$1,750,000
SOLD JUL 28, 2025
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,000 Sq Ft
0.27 Acres

Recently Sold

$438 Per Sq Ft

17% Below List Price

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Kenwood Academy High School Rated A-
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of July 2025

This beautifully renovated Classical Revival residence is set on spacious grounds in the historic Kenwood neighborhood. In the late nineteenth century architect Solon Beman enjoyed significant success in Chicago and was widely regarded for his residential designs. His work was heavily influenced by the remarkable display of the classical architecture at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, reflected in this magnificent residence set well back from 49th Street. This iconic home, dominated by imposing columns and a striking two-story pedimented entrance, was the home of the famed architect. The house itself is an early structure of Kenwood and predates the neoclassical porch that is attributed to Beman. The current owners undertook an extensive renovation of the main structure and addition. While the screened porch still offers genteel views of the landmark neighborhood, the interior of the home is designed for modern living. The light-filled chef's kitchen overlooks the back yard, is adjacent to the formal dining room and has easy access to a deck to enjoy on warm summer days. Also on this level is the bright and spacious living room centered on a wood burning fireplace and accented by a charming reading nook. French doors lead to the screened porch, perfect for relaxing and enjoying views of the front yard. The Primary Bedroom has been thoughtfully enlarged and offers a luxurious new bath and custom storage. Down a new staircase are three bedrooms, centered on a family/play space with access to a private, enclosed yard. Also on this level are an additional bedroom and full bath. Refinished floors, new lighting, reconfigured stairway, new baths, mud room and breakfast area - see the full list of improvements provided. A beautiful blend of history and modernity - and in move-in condition. Welcome home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susan O'Connor

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475163199 Listed on: 03/25/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Matt Shrake

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475143004

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,143

Year Built

  • Built in 1892

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x240
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 4,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Bookcases
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Library
  • Screened Porch
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Range
  • High End Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Radiator
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Satellite Dish

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,143

Year Built

Built in 1892

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Other
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1892
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 4000
  • Other Equipment: TV-Dish, Security System
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Library, Screened Porch, Breakfast Room, Mud Room, Foyer, Utility Room-1st Floor, Deck
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Small Duct High Velocity, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Radiator(s)
  • Laundry Features: Upper Level
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2674
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X240
  • Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18143.26
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2025
Closed on
Aug 5, 2025
Sold by
Wagner Eric and Wagner Abigale
Bought by
Aziz Aarif and Nair Anjali Narayanan
Seller's Agent
Susan O'Connor
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Matt Shrake
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$2,100,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$350,000
-16.67%
Views
109
Current Estimated Value
$1,655,521

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$94,479
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.29%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Outstanding Balance
$747,450
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$908,071

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2017
Sold by
Nicholas Jean C
Bought by
Wagner Eric and Wagner Abigale

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$582,000
Interest Rate
4.21%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,750,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed $776,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $750,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $582,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/28/2025 07/28/25 Sold $1,750,000 -11.4% $438 / Sq Ft
06/13/2025 06/13/25 Pending -- -- --
05/13/2025 05/13/25 Price Changed $1,975,000 -6.0% $494 / Sq Ft
03/25/2025 03/25/25 For Sale $2,100,000 -- $525 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $18,143 $127,573 $69,603 $57,970
2023 $17,602 $89,000 $58,250 $30,750
2022 $17,602 $89,000 $58,250 $30,750
2021 $17,227 $89,000 $58,250 $30,750
2020 $15,213 $71,392 $46,600 $24,792
2019 $14,902 $77,600 $46,600 $31,000
2018 $14,650 $77,600 $46,600 $31,000
2017 $16,705 $77,600 $38,445 $39,155
2016 $17,318 $90,748 $38,445 $52,303
2015 $16,639 $95,299 $38,445 $56,854
2014 $11,702 $67,472 $31,455 $36,017
2013 $11,452 $67,472 $31,455 $36,017
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12296067

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 20-11-107-025-0000