$385,000
PENDING

1553 N Bell Ave Unit 3M Chicago, IL 60622

Wicker Park Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,794/month

Total Views 899
1 Bed
1 Bath
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Corner Lot
  • Soaking Tub
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • 4-minute walk to Park No. 529

About This Home

Sunlight, style, and an unbeatable Wicker Park location, this is the one you've been waiting for. Welcome to 1553 N Bell Ave Unit 3M, a beautifully updated top-floor unit in a charming red-brick vintage building. Flooded with natural light from 6 oversized windows and surrounded by lush treetop views, this 1-bed, 1-bath condo offers the perfect blend of classic character and modern comfort. The open-concept layout features hardwood floors throughout, high ceilings, and plenty of room to live, work, and entertain. A spacious kitchen anchors the space with rich mocha cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a waterfall-edge quartz island, and stylish pendant lighting. The flexible living and dining area includes a workspace tucked into a sunny bay window, perfect for working from home. In the bedroom, you'll find custom wardrobe storage in addition to plenty of closet space. The modern bathroom features a large window and sleek tile and fixtures. In-unit laundry, central air, and a shared deck off the back complete the package in this A+ location. Welcome home! All of this just steps from North Ave, the 606 Trail, CTA Blue Line, and the best of Wicker Park shopping, dining, and nightlife.

Listing Agent

Vikas Wadhwa

Urban Living Properties, LLC License #471008085 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,438

Year Renovated

  • 2012

HOA Fees

  • $247 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, exterior maintenance, scavenger
  • 9 Units
  • Yesenia Roble Association, Phone Number (312) 466-8100
  • Low-Rise Condominium
  • Property managed by Building Group

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 100 lbs
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,438

Year Renovated

2012

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$247 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,Low Rise (1-3 Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 3
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,Low Rise (1-3 Stories)
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2012
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Renovated: 2012

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Storage
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 385000
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront: No

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 247
  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Building Group
  • Management Contact Name: Yesenia Roble
  • Management Phone: 312-466-8100

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 100

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5437.63
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 9

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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 $5,438 $30,602 $3,409 $27,193
2023 $5,264 $28,314 $1,559 $26,755
2022 $5,264 $28,314 $1,559 $26,755
2021 $5,164 $28,312 $1,558 $26,754
2020 $5,180 $25,656 $1,558 $24,098
2019 $5,773 $27,868 $1,558 $26,310
2018 $5,678 $27,868 $1,558 $26,310
2017 $4,352 $19,565 $1,370 $18,195
2016 $4,065 $19,565 $1,370 $18,195
2015 $3,727 $19,565 $1,370 $18,195
2014 $3,328 $17,225 $1,216 $16,009
2013 $3,272 $17,225 $1,216 $16,009
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Price Changed $385,000 0.0% --
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $385,000 +26.2% --
04/02/2019 04/02/19 Sold $305,000 0.0% $418 / Sq Ft
03/03/2019 03/03/19 Pending -- -- --
02/28/2019 02/28/19 For Sale $305,000 +29.8% $418 / Sq Ft
08/05/2014 08/05/14 Sold $234,900 0.0% $261 / Sq Ft
07/06/2014 07/06/14 Pending -- -- --
06/24/2014 06/24/14 For Sale $234,900 +18.0% $261 / Sq Ft
12/31/2012 12/31/12 Sold $199,000 +4.8% $241 / Sq Ft
12/29/2012 12/29/12 Price Changed $189,900 -4.6% $230 / Sq Ft
12/29/2012 12/29/12 Pending -- -- --
12/29/2012 12/29/12 For Sale $199,000 -- $241 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $305,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $235,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $199,000 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $100,000 Gmt
Legal Action Court Order -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $244,000 New Conventional
Closed $244,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $160,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $159,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $0 Undefined Multiple Amounts
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12408067

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-06-103-052-1008