1542 W School St Unit C Chicago, IL 60657
Southport Corridor Neighborhood
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,950
Sq Ft
$479/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Rooftop Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Wine Refrigerator
- Hamilton Elementary School Rated A-
- Terrace
- Stainless Steel Appliances
About This Home
As of June 2025Fantastic townhome in prime Lakeview location, steps to Southport Corridor. This rarely available 2 bedroom PLUS DEN, 2.5 bath home offers a fantastic floorplan and lives like a single family home. Offering a 2 car attached garage and 3 outdoor spaces - including a private rooftop. The main level has an open floor plan with a huge kitchen, dining room space, a breakfast bar, a pantry, gas fireplace, and a deck off the kitchen for easy grilling out. The kitchen is newly refinished and updated. The bedrooms are spacious and bright. The primary bath features a skylight and a large walk in shower. The lower level den is a versatile space that can be used as an additional living area, office, guest room, or play area. It also has a walkout patio, allowing for seamless indoor-outdoor living. A gated driveway leads you to your private attached garage. This home is in impeccable condition. Furnace/AC new in 2023. Steps to all that Lakeview has to offer, the Brown Line, Whole Foods, and Southport Corridor.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #475143850 Listed on: 05/07/2025
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,338
Year Built
- Built in 1995
HOA Fees
- $479 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Storage
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Rooftop Deck
- Patio
- Terrace
Schools
- Hamilton Elementary School
- Lake View High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, insurance, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, internet
- 47 Units
- Customer Service Association
- Townhome
- Property managed by Westward 360
Amenities
- Common Area
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 7, 2025
Closed on
May 22, 2025
Sold by
Collins Ryan G and Collins Nicole
Bought by
Sofia Tongson Gift Trust and Klooster
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth LaTour
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Shanon Tully
Platinum Partners Realtors
List Price
$685,000
Sold Price
$755,000
Premium/Discount to List
$70,000
10.22%
Views
26
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
-$16,571
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.49%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 8, 2023
Closed on
Oct 2, 2023
Sold by
Joel Bronstein Living Trust and Rachel Laliberte Living Trust
Bought by
Collins Ryan G and Collins Nicole
Seller's Agent
Ben Lalez
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth LaTour
Baird & Warner
List Price
$600,000
Sold Price
$605,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.83%
Views
60
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.37%
Original Mortgage
$484,000
Interest Rate
7.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 2023
Sold by
Bronstein Joel and Bronstein Rachel
Bought by
Joel Bronstein Living Trust and Rachel Laliberte Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 2017
Sold by
Krenz Scott J and Huberty Gayle
Bought by
Bronstein Joel and Laliberte Rachel
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$410,000
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 9, 2013
Closed on
Sep 2, 2013
Sold by
Eversfield Andrew J and Mcelroy Shana A
Bought by
Krenz Scott I
Seller's Agent
Michael Hall
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Gayle Huberty
Keller Williams Realty Ptnr,LL
List Price
$524,900
Sold Price
$524,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.90%
Original Mortgage
$367,430
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 7, 2007
Sold by
Wahls Ann Marie and Wahls Scott A
Bought by
Eversfield Andrew J and Mcelroy Shana A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 2004
Sold by
Adams Jennifer
Bought by
Rizzo Ann M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$366,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 9, 2002
Sold by
Butcher Gregg W and Mintz Melanie
Bought by
Adams Jennifer
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2000
Sold by
Hoelscher Robert John
Bought by
Mintz Melanie and Butcher Gregg W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$324,800
Interest Rate
7.62%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 1998
Sold by
Hoelscher Robert J
Bought by
Hoelscher Robert J and Hoelscher Priscilla Monita
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$246,000
Interest Rate
6.72%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 1997
Sold by
Schlais Rudolph A and Schlais Bridget M
Bought by
Hoelscher Robert John
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 1996
Sold by
Lab Townhomes Llc
Bought by
Schlais Rudolph A and Schlais Bridget M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$226,800
Interest Rate
7%
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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 | $755,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Deed | $605,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $512,500 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $525,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Warranty Deed | $527,500 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $488,000 | Cti | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $406,000 | First American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lawyers Title Insurance Corp | |
| Warranty Deed | $310,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $285,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $484,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $397,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $410,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $367,430 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $345,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $390,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $397,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $410,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $415,350 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $30,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $163,400 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $366,000 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $330,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $324,800 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $246,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $248,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $226,800 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $40,600 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Sold | $755,000 | +10.2% | $387 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | For Sale | $685,000 | +13.2% | $351 / Sq Ft |
| 10/10/2023 10/10/23 | Sold | $605,000 | +0.8% | $310 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2023 09/11/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/08/2023 09/08/23 | For Sale | $600,000 | +14.3% | $308 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2013 10/01/13 | Sold | $524,900 | 0.0% | $269 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2013 08/15/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/09/2013 08/09/13 | For Sale | $524,900 | -- | $269 / 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 | $10,338 | $61,574 | $26,088 | $35,486 |
| 2023 | $10,078 | $49,001 | $21,039 | $27,962 |
| 2022 | $10,078 | $49,001 | $21,039 | $27,962 |
| 2021 | $9,853 | $48,999 | $21,038 | $27,961 |
| 2020 | $10,142 | $45,528 | $8,976 | $36,552 |
| 2019 | $9,964 | $49,593 | $8,976 | $40,617 |
| 2018 | $9,796 | $49,593 | $8,976 | $40,617 |
| 2017 | $9,106 | $45,676 | $7,854 | $37,822 |
| 2016 | $8,648 | $45,676 | $7,854 | $37,822 |
| 2015 | $7,889 | $45,676 | $7,854 | $37,822 |
| 2014 | $7,037 | $37,927 | $6,416 | $31,511 |
| 2013 | $6,420 | $37,927 | $6,416 | $31,511 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Elizabeth LaTour
Seller's Agent in 2025
Elizabeth LaTour
Baird & Warner
(773) 430-0008
3 in this area
115 Total Sales
-
Shanon Tully
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Shanon Tully
Platinum Partners Realtors
(630) 698-3288
1 in this area
82 Total Sales
-
Ben Lalez
Seller's Agent in 2023
Ben Lalez
Compass
(312) 789-4054
28 in this area
1,365 Total Sales
-
Marshall Pettygrove
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Marshall Pettygrove
Compass
(954) 604-7122
1 in this area
20 Total Sales
-
Michael Hall
Seller's Agent in 2013
Michael Hall
Baird Warner
(773) 398-4359
9 in this area
203 Total Sales
-
G
Buyer's Agent in 2013
Gayle Huberty
Keller Williams Realty Ptnr,LL
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12358577
APN: 14-20-320-048-1042
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