$225,000

The James House 1560 N Sandburg Terrace Unit 510J Floor 5 Chicago, IL 60610

Old Town Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,490/month

Total Views 3,575
1 Bed
1 Bath
848 Sq Ft
$265 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Doorman
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • Lincoln Park High School Rated A
  • Fitness Center
  • Party Room

About This Home

WELCOME ALL BUYERS AND INVESTORS! THIS LARGE 1-bedroom condo at the James House part of the Sandburg Community, ideally located between the Gold Coast and Old Town. This unit features a spacious layout with generous closet space. James House is a well-managed building with a full suite of amenities: 24/7 door staff, rooftop deck, hospitality rooms, and optional access to fitness center, pool, tennis, and pickleball for an additional charge. A storage locker is included; garage parking available at $190/month. HOA includes heat, cable, and internet. Why this unit makes sense:* Prime location steps to Wells St, transit, lakefront. *Strong amenities package that adds appeal and long-term value. * Affordable entry point into a high-rise in one of Chicago's most desirable neighborhoods. Perfect for investors seeking to do a renovation and re-sale, first-time buyers building equity, or anyone looking for a secure, well-positioned property in a thriving area.

Listing Agent

Mario Greco

Compass License #475105845 Listed on: 10/28/2025

Compass

Co-Listing Agent

Joao Martins

Compass License #475169899

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,641

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Entry on the 5th floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 848 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Ogden Elementary School
  • Lincoln Park High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Cul-De-Sac

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
  • 520 Units
  • Staff Association, Phone Number (312) 654-1560
  • Property managed by Community Specialists
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • 43-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Party Room
  • Coin Laundry
  • Service Elevator
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 40 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Pet Deposit Required
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,641

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$925 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 5
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 43

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Storage
  • LivingArea: 848
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Stories Total: 43
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Wood Laminate

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Heated Garage, Yes, Leased, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Common Area
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Deposit Required, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 842
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Party Room, Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday
  • Master Association Fee: Yes
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management Company: Community Specialists
  • Management Contact Name: staff
  • Management Phone: 312-654-1560
  • Master Association Fee: 83

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet

Schools

  • Elementary School: Ogden Elementary
  • High School: Lincoln Park High School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Lease Amount: 190
  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: No
  • Max Pet Weight: 40

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4641.39
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 520

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 $4,641 $26,146 $4,244 $21,902
2023 $4,525 $22,000 $3,417 $18,583
2022 $4,525 $22,000 $3,417 $18,583
2021 $4,424 $21,998 $3,416 $18,582
2020 $4,779 $21,452 $2,392 $19,060
2019 $4,677 $23,279 $2,392 $20,887
2018 $4,598 $23,279 $2,392 $20,887
2017 $4,200 $19,512 $1,913 $17,599
2016 $3,908 $19,512 $1,913 $17,599
2015 $3,576 $19,512 $1,913 $17,599
2014 $3,234 $17,433 $861 $16,572
2013 $2,412 $17,689 $861 $16,828
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/28/2025 10/28/25 For Sale $225,000 0.0% $265 / Sq Ft
02/27/2016 02/27/16 Off Market $1,800 -- --
02/27/2016 02/27/16 Rented $1,800 0.0% --
02/22/2016 02/22/16 For Rent $1,800 0.0% --
10/16/2014 10/16/14 Sold $208,000 -3.3% -- View Prior Sale
09/09/2014 09/09/14 Pending -- -- --
09/05/2014 09/05/14 For Sale $215,000 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $208,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12505583

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-04-207-087-1363