Seller's Agent in 2025
Karmen Spears
POWER Realty Chicagoland,PLLC
(708) 466-9128
1 in this area
149 Total Sales
University Park 1401 E 55th St Unit 313N Floor 3 Chicago, IL 60615
Hyde Park Neighborhood
--
Bed
1
Bath
475
Sq Ft
$458/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Living Room
- Laundry Room
- Family Room
- Kenwood Academy High School Rated A-
- Dining Room
- 4-minute walk to Spruce Park
About This Home
As of October 2025Welcome to University Park Condominiums (UPC), an iconic Hyde Park community designed by renowned architects I. M. Pei and Araldo Cossutta. This newly remodeled studio is truly one-of-a-kind within the building, offering modern updates with timeless design. The brand-new kitchen features expanded countertops, sleek cabinetry, and a full suite of new appliances including a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, and garbage disposal. The bathroom has been fully renovated down to the studs, with all-new plumbing and stylish finishes. Additional highlights include: New electrical throughout with USB-C outlets. Custom walk-in closet organizer plus extra storage space. Accent wall and custom blinds that welcome natural light, making the home feel bright and spacious. New air conditioning unit. The building itself has also undergone many recent improvements-with no special assessments-including a new boiler, freshly painted hallways with updated carpet, and upgraded laundry facilities. Residents enjoy on-site management, 24-hour door staff, additional storage, and an outdoor swimming pool. Parking is available for rent. Ideally located near the lakefront, parks, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, dining, shopping, and entertainment. Enjoy easy access to Lake Shore Drive, public transportation, and the University of Chicago shuttle right at your door. Rentals are allowed, making this a smart investment or perfect home. (AS IS WITH FURNITURE INCLUDED)
Last Agent to Sell the Property
POWER Realty Chicagoland,PLLC License #471020930 Listed on: 08/18/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,376
Year Built
- Built in 1961
HOA Fees
- $458 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Entry on the 3rd floor
- Studio
- Concrete Block And Stucco Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Utilities
- Radiator
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, gas, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
- 540 Units
- Megan Serena Association, Phone Number (773) 324-1414
- High-Rise Condominium
- Property managed by FirstService Residential
- 10-Story Property
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 18, 2025
Closed on
Oct 9, 2025
Sold by
Vandeweghe Design Llc
Bought by
Liu Hong Hellen
Seller's Agent
Karmen Spears
POWER Realty Chicagoland,PLLC
Buyer's Agent
Yihui Huang
EverBright Realty
List Price
$140,000
Sold Price
$130,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-7.14%
Views
41
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
26.70%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 8, 2022
Closed on
Jul 15, 2022
Sold by
Vandeweghe Design Llc
Bought by
Vandeweghe Design Llc
Seller's Agent
Mona Jee
RE/MAX Premier
Buyer's Agent
Mona Jee
RE/MAX Premier
Sold Price
$1,700
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 26, 2021
Closed on
Jul 7, 2021
Sold by
Wu Xin Chuan and Lan Yu Ling
Bought by
Vandeweghe Design Llc
Seller's Agent
Shuoying Zhang
Hometown Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Yvette Crisp
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$103,000
Sold Price
$94,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-8.74%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.29%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 21, 2018
Closed on
Mar 27, 2018
Sold by
Ware Brian
Bought by
Lan Yu Ling and Wu Xin Chuan
Seller's Agent
Rachel Glover
Blue Door Dave Inc
Buyer's Agent
Rachel Glover
Blue Door Dave Inc
List Price
$80,000
Sold Price
$70,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-12.5%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.43%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 1999
Sold by
Nolan Mario P
Bought by
Ware Brian
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$25,175
Interest Rate
8.02%
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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 | $130,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Mohabbat Amir | |
| Warranty Deed | $94,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $70,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $26,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $25,175 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2025 10/15/25 | Sold | $130,000 | -7.1% | $274 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/23/2025 09/23/25 | Price Changed | $140,000 | 0.0% | $295 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/23/2025 09/23/25 | For Sale | $140,000 | +1.5% | $295 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/26/2025 08/26/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/18/2025 08/18/25 | For Sale | $137,900 | 0.0% | $290 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/01/2022 08/01/22 | Rented | $1,700 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/08/2022 04/08/22 | For Rent | $1,700 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 07/09/2021 07/09/21 | Sold | $94,000 | -8.7% | $198 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/23/2021 06/23/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/26/2021 05/26/21 | For Sale | $103,000 | +47.1% | $217 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/02/2018 04/02/18 | Sold | $70,000 | 0.0% | $147 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/04/2018 03/04/18 | Off Market | $70,000 | -- | -- | |
| 02/25/2018 02/25/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/21/2018 02/21/18 | For Sale | $80,000 | -- | $168 / 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 | $1,376 | $8,510 | $1,842 | $6,668 |
| 2023 | $1,337 | $6,500 | $1,486 | $5,014 |
| 2022 | $1,337 | $6,500 | $1,486 | $5,014 |
| 2021 | $1,307 | $6,499 | $1,485 | $5,014 |
| 2020 | $1,069 | $4,800 | $1,188 | $3,612 |
| 2019 | $1,050 | $5,228 | $1,188 | $4,040 |
| 2018 | $354 | $5,228 | $1,188 | $4,040 |
| 2017 | $291 | $4,729 | $980 | $3,749 |
| 2016 | $447 | $4,729 | $980 | $3,749 |
| 2015 | $386 | $4,729 | $980 | $3,749 |
| 2014 | $598 | $5,789 | $802 | $4,987 |
| 2013 | $575 | $5,789 | $802 | $4,987 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Karmen Spears
-
Yihui Huang
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Yihui Huang
EverBright Realty
(630) 788-0541
1 in this area
15 Total Sales
-
Mona Jee
Seller's Agent in 2022
Mona Jee
RE/MAX
(773) 550-6689
46 Total Sales
-
Shuoying Zhang
S
Seller's Agent in 2021
Shuoying Zhang
Hometown Real Estate
16 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
Yvette Crisp
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Yvette Crisp
Coldwell Banker Realty
(312) 671-1099
3 in this area
41 Total Sales
-
Rachel Glover
Seller's Agent in 2018
Rachel Glover
Blue Door Dave Inc
(708) 237-9467
1 in this area
20 Total Sales
About University Park
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12448315
APN: 20-14-202-076-1110
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