Chicago, IL 60622 1653 W North Avenue
$1,400,000
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Presented By: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Home Details
Incredible opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind, double-lot home in the heart of Bucktown-perfect for artists, creatives, or anyone seeking a unique live/workspace. Formerly a photo studio and art museum with adjacent living quarters, this 5BR, 3BA single-family home offers bold architectural features and unmatched character throughout. Enter through a private gated entrance with a famous Eduardo Kobra mural into a serene, landscaped urban oasis. The central courtyard-style deck and landscaped yard wrap the home in greenery, creating ideal indoor/outdoor flow. Main-level living includes a dramatic living/dining area with soaring beamed ceilings, a large open kitchen with adjacent family room and double-height ceilings, plus four bedrooms and two full baths. A second-floor addition offers a private bedroom and bath-perfect for guests or a home office. Updated mechanicals and systems, one-car attached garage, and an unfinished basement for storage or expansion. A rare creative retreat in a prime Bucktown location near shops, dining, and transit.
Presented By: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Interior Features for 1653 W North Avenue
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Possible5
Total Bedrooms5
Bathrooms
Half Baths0
Total Baths3
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceEstimated
BasementUnfinished, Full
Fireplace FeaturesWood Burning
Interior AmenitiesVaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Dining Combo
Laundry FeaturesIn Unit, Sink
Total Fireplaces1
Other Rooms
Room TypeBedroom 5, Den, Sitting Room, Foyer
General for 1653 W North Avenue
AppliancesRange, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Assoc Fee Paid PerNot Applicable
Association Fee IncludesNone
CityChicago
Community FeaturesCurbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Construction MaterialsBrick, Frame
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
CountyCook
DirectionsJust west of Ashland on south side of street
ElectricCircuit Breakers
Elementary SchoolBurr Elementary School
Elementary School District299
Full Baths3
Garage Spaces1
HeatingNatural Gas, Solar, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor
High SchoolWells Community Academy Senior H
High School District299
Living Area4204
MLS AreaCHI - West Town
Middle/Junior High SchoolBurr Elementary School
Middle/Junior School District299
ModificationTimestamp2025-10-13T15:05:01.903Z
New ConstructionNo
OwnershipFee Simple
PossessionClosing
Property TypeResidential
Property TypeDetached Single
RoofAsphalt
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusPending
StatusPending
Tax Annual Amount39740.43
Tax Year2023
Total Rooms11
TownshipWest Chicago
Year Built1898
Exterior for 1653 W North Avenue
Lot Dimensions94x50
Parking FeaturesOff Alley, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Total Parking1
Water SourceLake Michigan
Waterfront Y/NNo
Additional Details
Price History
Schools
High School
Wells Community Academy Senior H High School
Middle School
Burr Elementary School

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