Seller's Agent in 2025
Philip Schwartz
@ Properties
(773) 677-2967
3 in this area
135 Total Sales
1453 E 56th St Unit 2 Chicago, IL 60637
Hyde Park Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
950
Sq Ft
$558/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Lock-and-Leave Community
- 5-minute walk to 55Th-56Th-57Th Street Station
- Wood Flooring
- Kenwood Academy High School Rated A-
- Deck
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of April 2025Step into a sun-drenched, vintage two-bedroom retreat in the heart of Hyde Park. This meticulously updated condo offers a perfect balance of classic elegance and contemporary convenience. Imagine mornings with your barista station in the spacious kitchen, and evenings hosting friends in the dining room with its charming built-in hutch, or on your expansive private deck. With the University of Chicago, Museum of Science and Industry, and the lakefront at your doorstep, this is more than a home-it's a lifestyle.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475113640 Listed on: 04/07/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,628
Year Built
- Built in 1910
HOA Fees
- $558 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Entry on the 2nd floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 950 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Decorative Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Storage
- Laundry Room
- Wood Flooring
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Ray Elementary School
- Raymond Elementary Middle School
- Kenwood Academy High School
Utilities
- Radiator
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, water, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
- 12 Units
- Glen Tomlinson Association, Phone Number (773) 807-1109
- Low-Rise Condominium
- Property managed by Elmdale Management
- Lock-and-Leave Community
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 7, 2025
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Sauerteig Paul J
Bought by
Thomson James
Seller's Agent
Philip Schwartz
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Andrea Allen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$275,000
Sold Price
$290,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
5.45%
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,947
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.84%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 30, 2022
Closed on
Sep 8, 2022
Sold by
Rosenbaum Cara A
Bought by
Sauerteig Paul J
Seller's Agent
Marie Levesque
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Philip Schwartz
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$249,000
Sold Price
$242,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,500
-2.61%
Views
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
7.07%
Original Mortgage
$230,375
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 30, 2002
Sold by
Moon Sarah
Bought by
Rosenbaum Cara A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,500
Interest Rate
4.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2001
Sold by
Teeter Emily
Bought by
Moon Sarah
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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 | $290,000 | Proper Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $242,500 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $148,500 | World Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $128,500 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $230,375 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $107,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | Sold | $290,000 | +5.5% | $305 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/11/2025 04/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | For Sale | $275,000 | +13.4% | $289 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/14/2022 09/14/22 | Sold | $242,500 | -2.6% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 08/18/2022 08/18/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/30/2022 07/30/22 | For Sale | $249,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $4,628 | $22,550 | $3,632 | $18,918 |
| 2023 | $3,792 | $21,857 | $2,929 | $18,928 |
| 2022 | $3,792 | $21,857 | $2,929 | $18,928 |
| 2021 | $3,726 | $21,857 | $2,929 | $18,928 |
| 2020 | $3,633 | $19,411 | $2,343 | $17,068 |
| 2019 | $3,558 | $21,139 | $2,343 | $18,796 |
| 2018 | $3,497 | $21,139 | $2,343 | $18,796 |
| 2017 | $3,050 | $17,544 | $1,933 | $15,611 |
| 2016 | $3,014 | $17,544 | $1,933 | $15,611 |
| 2015 | $2,734 | $17,544 | $1,933 | $15,611 |
| 2014 | $2,050 | $13,618 | $1,581 | $12,037 |
| 2013 | $1,999 | $13,618 | $1,581 | $12,037 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Philip Schwartz
-
Andrea Allen
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Andrea Allen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(312) 343-2050
4 in this area
73 Total Sales
-
Marie Levesque
Seller's Agent in 2022
Marie Levesque
Compass
(773) 667-1000
30 in this area
56 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12318842
APN: 20-14-211-062-1002
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