$179,000

1534 E 59th St Unit L2 Chicago, IL 60637

Hyde Park Neighborhood

Estimated payment $1,858/month

1 Bed
1 Bath
1,000 Sq Ft
$179 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • 3-minute walk to 59Th Street (University Of Chicago) Station
  • Heated Sun or Florida Room
  • Kenwood Academy High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

Welcome to Midway Apartments and this spacious one-bedroom unit, where vintage character and gracious proportions come together beautifully. High ceilings, handsome oak floors, plaster moldings, and vintage lighting are among the home's many distinctive features. Built in 1925 and designed by noted Chicago architect Paul Frederick Olsen, Midway Apartments is a beautifully maintained courtyard co-op is distinguished by limestone and metal architectural details, with inviting landscaping. The property is ideally situated just steps from the Obama Presidential Center, the University of Chicago, Promontory Point and a wealth of neighborhood amenities. Within the residence, the formal dining room entered through French doors and enhanced by a bright sunroom overlooking the gardens of Vista Homes. This delightful space offers a peaceful setting for morning coffee, reading, or simply enjoying the garden views. The well-appointed kitchen features abundant storage, space for a table and chairs, and access to the back stairway. The vintage bath retains its original tile and features a multi-spray shower, while the bedroom is large and airy with ample closet space. The building is self-managed, with annual real estate taxes included in the monthly assessment. Laundry is communal and easily accessible. Cats are permitted with board approval.

Listing Agent

Susan O'Connor

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475163199 Listed on: 09/21/2026

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Property Details

Home Type

  • Co-Op

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

HOA Fees

  • $668 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Heated Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Range
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, gas, taxes, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 37 Units
  • Low-Rise Community

Amenities

  • Coin Laundry
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Co-Op

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$668 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Courtyard,Low Rise (1-3 Stories),Vintage
  • Ownership: Co-op
  • EntryLevel: 2
  • HabitableResidenceYN: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Courtyard,Low Rise (1-3 Stories),Vintage
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Coop
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • LivingArea: 1000
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
  • Waterfront: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK
  • Association Fee: 668
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Coin Laundry, Exercise Room, Storage
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: self
  • Management Contact Name: none
  • Management Phone: 000-000-0000

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Gas, Taxes, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 37

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/21/2026 09/21/26 For Sale $179,000 -- $179 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12758100

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