1221 E 53rd St Unit 1 Chicago, IL 60615
Hyde Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,423/month
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Granite Countertops
- Kenwood Academy High School Rated A-
- Sun or Florida Room
- 2-minute walk to Butternut Playlot Park
About This Home
***Highest and best due by Monday, 3/23 at 12PM.***Welcome home to your cozy, quiet corner of bustling Hyde Park. Perched within walking distance of all that this vibrant neighborhood has to offer, this 2-bedroom condo boasts a sprawling 1600+ sqft, complete with formal dining room and eat-in kitchen. The space is very flexible, with large bedrooms, a sunroom perfect for morning coffee or working from home, and a formal dining room that could easily double as a family room. The second bathroom had a recent major renovation, and the ensuite primary bath is waiting for your ideas! Major updates that give our buyer peace of mind include all new windows, newer kitchen appliances, a new roof on the building, and a new boiler. Parking lease available in the onsite garage for $50/mo. Easy access to Metra, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods and Lake Michigan. Welcome home!
Listing Agent
Keller Williams ONEChicago License #475155636 Listed on: 03/17/2026
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,744
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- Fenced
HOA Fees
- $607 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- Garage
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,632 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Family or Dining Combination
- Sun or Florida Room
- Storage
- Laundry Room
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Separate Shower
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Schools
- Ray Elementary School
- Kenwood Academy High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
- 6 Units
- President Association
- Property managed by Self-managed
Amenities
- Building Patio
- Laundry Facilities
- Community Storage Space
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,870 | $23,539 | $7,440 | $16,099 |
| 2024 | $4,870 | $23,539 | $7,440 | $16,099 |
| 2023 | $4,731 | $23,000 | $6,000 | $17,000 |
| 2022 | $4,731 | $23,000 | $6,000 | $17,000 |
| 2021 | $4,625 | $23,000 | $6,000 | $17,000 |
| 2020 | $5,380 | $24,152 | $4,800 | $19,352 |
| 2019 | $4,595 | $26,302 | $4,800 | $21,502 |
| 2018 | $4,517 | $26,302 | $4,800 | $21,502 |
| 2017 | $3,195 | $18,217 | $3,960 | $14,257 |
| 2016 | $3,149 | $18,217 | $3,960 | $14,257 |
| 2015 | $2,858 | $18,217 | $3,960 | $14,257 |
| 2014 | $2,634 | $16,767 | $3,240 | $13,527 |
| 2013 | $2,571 | $16,767 | $3,240 | $13,527 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/23/2026 03/23/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/17/2026 03/17/26 | For Sale | $270,000 | +17.9% | $165 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/27/2019 08/27/19 | Sold | $229,000 | -4.2% | $143 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/15/2019 07/15/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/10/2019 07/10/19 | For Sale | $239,000 | 0.0% | $149 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/17/2019 05/17/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/08/2019 05/08/19 | For Sale | $239,000 | -- | $149 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $229,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $176,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $183,200 | New Conventional |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12573155
APN: 20-11-413-024-1001
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