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
- 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
-$7,125
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-25.87%
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
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$102,800
Interest Rate
7.23%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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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 | $230,375 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $107,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $30,800 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $102,800 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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% | -- |
| 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
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Philip Schwartz
@ Properties
(773) 677-2967
3 in this area
142 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Andrea Allen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(312) 343-2050
4 in this area
68 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2022
Marie Levesque
Compass
(773) 667-1000
30 in this area
57 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12318842
APN: 20-14-211-062-1002
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