Chicago, IL 60637 532 E 61st Street
$295,000



2 more



Presented By: Exit Strategy Realty / EMA Management
Home Details
Prime Development Opportunity in rapidly redeveloping Woodlawn at 532-536 E. 61st St. Exceptional opportunity to acquire a large corner lot (approx. 19,175 sq. ft.), with 156 Feet of Frontage on 61st Street and 125 Feet on Rhodes, just steps from 383-acre Washington Park, and less than half a mile from the University of Chicago. With a Minimum Lot Area/Per Unit of 2,500 sq. ft. and current B2-1 zoning, the site is ideally suited for development. Per the City of Chicago Zoning Code: "17-3-0103-B The B2 district permits residential dwelling units on or above the ground floor." This zoning flexibility makes the property especially attractive for development. The seller is also offering a second large corner site at this intersection (MLS #12454285), presenting a rare chance to acquire two prime development parcels in one of Chicago's most dynamic growth corridors. Highlights & Neighborhood Advantages: Excellent proximity to the University of Chicago South Campus and to the Obama Presidential Center. Unmatched CTA Green Line connectivity, offering direct access to IIT, the Loop, Fulton Market, United Center, and beyond. Strong market demand for housing near train-accessible sites. Surrounded by successful recent redevelopments, including the Jewel-Osco at 61st & Cottage Grove. Walkable to the University of Chicago campus, Logan Center, UChicago Medicine, Midway Plaisance, and two nearby Green Line stations. Just one mile from the Lakefront. With Woodlawn's revitalization well underway, this property offers tremendous potential for developers and community builders alike. Bring your vision and be part of Woodlawn's future.
Presented By: Exit Strategy Realty / EMA Management
Interior Features for 532 E 61st Street
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General for 532 E 61st Street
Additional Parcels Description20154040340000, 20154040290000
Additional Parcels Y/NYes
CityChicago
CountyCook
Directions61 Street at Rhodes. North East Corner, Multiple lots.
Elementary School District299
High School District299
MLS AreaCHI - Woodlawn
Middle/Junior School District299
ModificationTimestamp2025-08-30T05:06:02.594Z
OwnershipFee Simple
PossessionClosing
Property TypeLand
Property TypeLand
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Tax Annual Amount5074
Tax Year2023
TownshipHyde Park
UtilitiesElectricity Nearby, Natural Gas Nearby, Water Nearby, Cable Available
Exterior for 532 E 61st Street
Frontage Length156.4
Frontage TypeCity Street
Lot Dimensions156.4 Frontage
Parking FeaturesOff Alley
Road Surface TypeAsphalt
Total Parking0
Water SourceMunicipal Water
Waterfront Y/NNo
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