1240 W George St Chicago, IL 60657
Lakeview Neighborhood
6
Beds
7
Baths
3,988
Sq Ft
3,920
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Heated Floors
- Deck
- Great Room
- Lincoln Park High School Rated A
- Steam Shower
- 2-minute walk to South Lakeview Park
About This Home
As of May 2025Stunning 28' wide interior custom home nestled between Lincoln Park & the Southport Corridor. This 5800 SF superb quality masterpiece is drenched in natural light. Enter into a 2-story, sky-lit foyer adjacent to oversized formal living & dining rooms. Beautiful De Giulio kitchen w/ 12' island, chef-grade appliances, walk-in pantry & desk niche. Adjoining great room features built-in banquet seating, fireplace & media center, all atop radiant heated floors. Elegant master suite boasts lounge area, grand walk-in closet & sky-lit master bath w/ double vanities, radiant heated floors, oversized tub & steam shower. Three additional 2nd floor bedrooms w/ en-suite full baths, walk-in closets, laundry center & linen closet. Bright, elevated lower level features generously-sized family room w/ entertainment center, 2 bedrooms, full bath, 2nd laundry room & secondary private entrance. Additional highlights include mud room, extensive storage, 3 car garage w/ deck above & rear yard.
Last Buyer's Agent
Kevin Johnson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475155337
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $37,767
Year Built
- 2001
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Limestone
Interior Spaces
- Skylights
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Great Room
- Breakfast Room
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Walk-In Pantry
- Butlers Pantry
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- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Heated Floors
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Bidet
- Dual Sinks
- Soaking Tub
- Steam Shower
- Shower Body Spray
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- North or South Exposure
- Southern Exposure
- Property is near a bus stop
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 19, 2025
Closed on
May 13, 2025
Sold by
Trust Number 8002381236 and Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Bought by
Chicago Title Land Trust and Trust Number 9002348648
Seller's Agent
Ben Lalez
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Ben Lalez
Compass
List Price
$2,625,000
Sold Price
$2,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$75,000
-2.86%
Views
38
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.54%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 8, 2019
Closed on
Jul 29, 2019
Sold by
Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Bought by
Chicago Title Land Trust Company and Trust Number 8002381236
Seller's Agent
Jeffrey Lowe
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Kevin Johnson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$2,099,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$299,000
-14.24%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.24%
Original Mortgage
$1,350,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 2001
Sold by
S R Builders Inc
Bought by
Lasalle Bank National Assn and Trust #101357-05
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $2,550,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | $1,800,000 | Premier Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,450,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,182,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $1,350,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $900,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $315,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $500,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | Sold | $2,550,000 | -2.9% | $440 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2025 04/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/19/2025 03/19/25 | For Sale | $2,625,000 | +45.8% | $453 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2019 08/14/19 | Sold | $1,800,000 | -10.0% | $451 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2019 06/02/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/01/2019 05/01/19 | Price Changed | $1,999,000 | -4.8% | $501 / Sq Ft |
| 04/08/2019 04/08/19 | For Sale | $2,099,000 | -- | $526 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $37,767 | $216,304 | $71,340 | $144,964 |
| 2023 | $36,817 | $179,000 | $71,750 | $107,250 |
| 2022 | $36,817 | $179,000 | $71,750 | $107,250 |
| 2021 | $35,995 | $179,000 | $71,750 | $107,250 |
| 2020 | $36,821 | $165,286 | $27,880 | $137,406 |
| 2019 | $35,407 | $179,659 | $27,880 | $151,779 |
| 2018 | $35,922 | $185,286 | $27,880 | $157,406 |
| 2017 | $36,948 | $175,009 | $24,600 | $150,409 |
| 2016 | $34,552 | $175,009 | $24,600 | $150,409 |
| 2015 | $31,589 | $175,009 | $24,600 | $150,409 |
| 2014 | $29,793 | $163,142 | $20,500 | $142,642 |
| 2013 | $29,193 | $163,142 | $20,500 | $142,642 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Ben Lalez
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ben Lalez
Compass
(312) 789-4054
30 in this area
1,340 Total Sales
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Anastasiia Hurtova
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Anastasiia Hurtova
Compass
(847) 532-1653
1 in this area
31 Total Sales
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Jeffrey Lowe
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jeffrey Lowe
Compass
(312) 883-3030
94 in this area
1,110 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2019
Kevin Johnson
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10336433
APN: 14-29-123-059-0000
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