1239 N Dearborn St Chicago, IL 60610
Gold Coast Neighborhood
8
Beds
7
Baths
3,987
Sq Ft
--
Built
Highlights
- Gated Community
- 3-minute walk to Clark/Division Station
- Fenced
- Lincoln Park High School Rated A
- Deck
- 4-minute walk to Goudy (William) Square Park
About This Home
As of August 2025Once home to great American author Ernest Hemingway and walking distance to Chicago's amazing lakefront, 1239 N. Dearborn St. is a 7 bed/6.5 bath, historic brownstone in the heart of the Gold Coast with three decks, a patio, a coach house and a two-car garage. Originally built in 1898 and located on a 3,300-square-foot lot that sits on a lovely, tree-lined stretch of Dearborn, amid some of Chicago's finest homes, the literary history here is enchanting: After their honeymoon in 1921, Hemingway and his wife Hadley lived in an apartment on the fourth floor before moving to Paris, where he wrote "The Sun Also Rises," "A Farewell to Arms," and his memoir, "A Moveable Feast." Most recently situated as a multifamily divided up into rentals, the entire brownstone plus coach house is now for sale, presenting endless possibilities as an investment property including the option to renovate to transform its beautiful bones into a multilevel, single-family home. The brick and limestone exterior has been maintained to uphold its stately, turn-of-the-century character, including tall arched windows and decorative stonework. Inside, the main level flaunts high ceilings, original hardwood floors and millwork details across a foyer, a light-filled formal living room, a dining room with fireplace, a back-of-the-house kitchen, and a bonus space that links to two decks (9'4" x 15'2" and 12'7" x 7'4"). Upstairs, the second level is perfect for a deluxe primary suite and currently features three bedrooms (two that are ensuite, one with a balcony and another with a walk-in closet), two full baths, and upstairs laundry. The top level reveals three additional bedrooms, two more full baths, and a bonus space that's ideal for a den or office. Downstairs, the ground level features two studio spaces (one with a kitchenette) that connect to a large outdoor patio (23'5" x 24'10"). Plus, there's a basement level with more bonus space, yet another full bath, a laundry room, utilities, and abundant storage. Situated above the detached garage, the bi-level coach house features a foyer, a living room, a kitchen, three bedrooms and a full bath, and has the potential to be a fabulous standalone apartment for in-laws, extended-stay guests or an au pair. With a spectacular location that's steps from the 3 Arts Club and Green City Market's outdoor farmers market, not to mention Chicago's most prestigious schools and world-class dining and shopping along the Mag Mile and Oak Street, 1239 N. Dearborn St. is a truly one-of-a-kind property with untapped potential and incredible value built right in.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty Brokerage Phone: (312) 929-1564 License #475133721 Listed on: 06/03/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $46,382
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 26 x 125
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 8 Bedrooms
- 8 Potential Bedrooms
- 7 Bathrooms
Schools
- Ogden Elementary School
- Lincoln Park High School
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Partial Basement
- Deck
Community Details
- 3 Units
- Gated Community
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Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2025 08/14/25 | Sold | $1,650,000 | -8.3% | $414 / Sq Ft |
| 06/09/2025 06/09/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/03/2025 06/03/25 | For Sale | $1,800,000 | -- | $451 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Tim Salm
Seller's Agent in 2025
Tim Salm
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
(312) 751-0300
31 in this area
179 Total Sales
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Jill Silverstein
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jill Silverstein
Compass
(312) 877-1784
30 in this area
356 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12382487
APN: 17042240090000
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