The James House 1560 N Sandburg Terrace Unit 1605J Chicago, IL 60610
Old Town Neighborhood
--
Bed
1
Bath
--
Sq Ft
$560/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Doorman
- Fitness Center
- Tennis Courts
- Lincoln Park High School Rated A
- Community Pool
- Party Room
About This Home
As of July 2025Spacious, updated west-facing studio on the 16th floor of James House at 1560 N Sandburg Terrace. Offering over 600 sq ft of flexible living space, the main area comfortably fits a large sectional couch, a small dining table, and even has room for a cozy bench. It can easily convert to a junior 1-bedroom by adding a wall to the separate bed area/alcove. The unit features a fully renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and generous cabinet storage. The sleek bathroom has a large walk-in shower. Great closet space throughout, including a walk-in plus luxury vinyl flooring throughout. Located where Old Town, Gold Coast, and Lincoln Park meet, this home puts you near the lakefront, North Avenue Beach, Wells Street dining and nightlife, public transportation, and everyday conveniences. Full-amenity building with 24-hour door staff, on-site management, fitness center, rooftop sun deck and party room, outdoor pool, and valet parking available for $190/month. Pet-friendly- including one dog up to 40 lbs allowed.
Last Buyer's Agent
David Betancourt
Redfin Corporation License #475189417
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,954
Year Built
- Built in 1970
HOA Fees
- $560 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- Studio
- Concrete Block And Stucco Construction
Interior Spaces
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- No Tub in Bathroom
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, doorman, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, internet
- 520 Units
- Nichelle Mcfarlin Association, Phone Number (312) 337-8691
- High-Rise Condominium
- Sandburg Village Subdivision
- Property managed by Community Specialists
- 43-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Sundeck
- Party Room
- Coin Laundry
- Elevator
- Service Elevator
- Package Room
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 40 lbs
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Size Limit
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 9, 2025
Closed on
Jul 10, 2025
Sold by
Geryl A Kramer Trust and Kramer Geryl A
Bought by
John Joshua
Seller's Agent
Deborah Ballis
Compass
Buyer's Agent
David Betancourt
Redfin Corporation
List Price
$220,000
Sold Price
$217,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,500
-1.14%
Views
8
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.06%
Original Mortgage
$174,000
Outstanding Balance
$173,857
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,373
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 2020
Sold by
First Midwest Bank
Bought by
Kramer Geryl A and Geryl A Kramer Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $217,500 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | $85,500 | Fidelity National Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $174,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/22/2025 07/22/25 | Sold | $217,500 | -1.1% | -- |
| 06/10/2025 06/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/09/2025 06/09/25 | For Sale | $220,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $2,954 | $16,554 | $2,687 | $13,867 |
| 2023 | $2,879 | $14,001 | $2,164 | $11,837 |
| 2022 | $2,879 | $14,001 | $2,164 | $11,837 |
| 2021 | $2,815 | $13,999 | $2,163 | $11,836 |
| 2020 | $3,026 | $13,582 | $1,514 | $12,068 |
| 2019 | $2,961 | $14,739 | $1,514 | $13,225 |
| 2018 | $2,911 | $14,739 | $1,514 | $13,225 |
| 2017 | $2,659 | $12,354 | $1,211 | $11,143 |
| 2016 | $2,474 | $12,354 | $1,211 | $11,143 |
| 2015 | $2,264 | $12,354 | $1,211 | $11,143 |
| 2014 | $2,048 | $11,037 | $545 | $10,492 |
| 2013 | $2,037 | $11,200 | $545 | $10,655 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Deborah Ballis
Seller's Agent in 2025
Deborah Ballis
Compass
(312) 867-8155
10 in this area
83 Total Sales
-
Nicole Niermeyer
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Nicole Niermeyer
Compass
(773) 620-5956
4 in this area
47 Total Sales
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David Betancourt
D
Buyer's Agent in 2025
David Betancourt
Redfin Corporation
About The James House
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12381398
APN: 17-04-207-087-1173
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