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Seller's Agent in 2026
Celeste Gerbaulet-Vanasse
Meliora Real Estate Group LLC
(773) 582-1500
5 in this area
15 Total Sales
1329 E 61st St Chicago, IL 60637
Woodlawn Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,515
Sq Ft
1996
Built
Highlights
- Gated Community
- Wood Flooring
- Skylights
- Cathedral Ceiling
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- 3-minute walk to Huckleberry Playground Park
About This Home
As of April 2026Splendid single family home steps from the University of Chicago. This bright and airy South Campus home was built in 1996 and features a great open floorplan on the main floor with a brand new kitchen, fireplace, hardwood floors and large windows. 3 bedrooms with updated baths, cathedral ceiling and excellent closet space. Lower level has a large family room/ rec room space, laundry room and possibility for installing additional bathroom.Great big deck and two car garage. Welcome home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Meliora Real Estate Group LLC License #475214887 Listed on: 03/17/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
Keith Kimble
Redfin Corporation License #475186752
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,456
Year Built
- Built in 1996
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 25x125
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,515 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Skylights
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 2004
Sold by
Houston Marvin Lester
Bought by
Li Xinmin and Guo Rongqing
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
5.48%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 1998
Sold by
Kenwood Crossing Llc
Bought by
Houston Marvin Lester and Washington Houston Diane
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$205,200
Interest Rate
7.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $315,000 | Pntn | |
| Warranty Deed | $232,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $250,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $205,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2026 04/24/26 | Sold | $555,000 | 0.0% | $221 / Sq Ft |
| 03/24/2026 03/24/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/17/2026 03/17/26 | For Sale | $555,000 | -- | $221 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 | $6,141 | $37,000 | $3,390 | $33,610 |
| 2024 | $6,141 | $37,000 | $3,390 | $33,610 |
| 2023 | $5,965 | $29,000 | $3,390 | $25,610 |
| 2022 | $5,965 | $29,000 | $3,390 | $25,610 |
| 2021 | $5,832 | $29,000 | $3,390 | $25,610 |
| 2020 | $6,392 | $28,695 | $2,983 | $25,712 |
| 2019 | $6,336 | $31,534 | $2,983 | $28,551 |
| 2018 | $6,229 | $31,534 | $2,983 | $28,551 |
| 2017 | $3,413 | $15,854 | $2,712 | $13,142 |
| 2016 | $2,675 | $15,854 | $2,712 | $13,142 |
| 2015 | $2,424 | $15,854 | $2,712 | $13,142 |
| 2014 | $2,396 | $15,483 | $2,169 | $13,314 |
| 2013 | $2,338 | $15,483 | $2,169 | $13,314 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Celeste Gerbaulet-Vanasse
-
Keith Kimble
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Buyer's Agent in 2026
Keith Kimble
Redfin Corporation
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12594981
APN: 20-14-408-034-0000
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