$265,000

The James House 1560 N Sandburg Terrace Unit 4309J Chicago, IL 60610

Old Town Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,296/month

Total Views 924
1 Bed
1 Bath
680 Sq Ft
$390 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Lincoln Park High School Rated A
  • In Ground Pool
  • Landscaped Professionally

About This Home

This top-floor, spacious junior one-bedroom offers breathtaking west-facing views and a fully reimagined interior. Completely gutted and rebuilt for and by the owner in 2020, you will find the perfect blend of luxury touches-often reserved for a single-family home and timeless design, making it a standout in the heart of Chicago's historic Old Town. Step into the open living area, where natural light floods the space and creates an inviting setting for everyday living and entertaining. Classic kitchen with beautiful navy lower and light gray upper all-wood Kemper cabinetry with rose gold and slate pulls, quartz countertops, Carrara hexagon backsplash, and a complete suite of Whirlpool appliances. The living area affords plenty of space for movie night with friends or watching the game, as well as a work station, and the custom-built-in bookshelf adds character and functionality. Enter the bedroom through the 5-panel pocket door is shown with a full-size bed, but also accommodates a queen. Dream walk-in closet with all the storage you need is adjacent to the bright and airy bath with a walk-in shower with Onyx Collection base and all wood cabinet with quartz top. Top-of-the-line LVT flooring in white oak throughout, stylish lighting with Lutron lighting system (wall-mounted or app-controlled), programmable Wi-Fi thermostat, custom molding, wood blinds and upgraded electric breaker box. Enjoy the conveniences of a full-service building: 24-hour door staff, Laundry room, Bike storage, On-site parking garage, spectacular rooftop deck with panoramic city views. Assessments conveniently include water, heat, basic cable, and internet. The location is unmatched-just steps from Wells Street's: The VIG, Topo Gigio, Orzo and Small Cheval, shops: Spice House, Fleet Feet, and Judy Maxwell Home, and nightlife: Second City, The House of Glunz, and Benchmark, plus the CTA for easy commuting. Lake Michigan, the lakefront path, Lincoln Park and the Zoo, and North Avenue Beach are all within a short walk, with the Gold Coast's Oak Street and Michigan Avenue's Magnificent Mile only minutes away. Whether you're looking for your first home or a perfectly located in-town, this top-floor Old Town gem offers a move-in ready lifestyle with the very best of Chicago right outside your door.

Listing Agent

Maureen Moran

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475128351 Listed on: 09/05/2025

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,676

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Landscaped Professionally

HOA Fees

  • $640 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 680 Sq Ft Home
  • Bookcases
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Rooftop Deck

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal, internet
  • 520 Units
  • Janine Hodes Association, Phone Number (312) 654-1560
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Property managed by Community Specialists
  • 43-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Sundeck
  • Coin Laundry
  • Elevator

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

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,676

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$640 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 43
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • 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
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 43

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases
  • LivingArea: 680
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Stories Total: 43
  • Window Features: Screens, Drapes
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Other

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Concrete
  • ExteriorFeatures: Roof Deck
  • List Price: 265000
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: In Ground
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Heated Garage, On Site, Leased, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 640
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Sundeck, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Community Specialists
  • Management Contact Name: Janine Hodes
  • Management Phone: 312-654-1560x2

Fee Information

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

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • 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: 2675.94
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

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 $2,676 $19,259 $3,126 $16,133
2023 $2,587 $16,000 $2,517 $13,483
2022 $2,587 $16,000 $2,517 $13,483
2021 $2,547 $15,998 $2,516 $13,482
2020 $2,829 $15,802 $1,762 $14,040
2019 $2,756 $17,147 $1,762 $15,385
2018 $2,709 $17,147 $1,762 $15,385
2017 $2,367 $14,372 $1,409 $12,963
2016 $2,379 $14,373 $1,409 $12,964
2015 $2,153 $14,373 $1,409 $12,964
2014 $1,901 $12,813 $634 $12,179
2013 $1,901 $13,002 $634 $12,368
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/05/2025 09/05/25 For Sale $265,000 +32.5% $390 / Sq Ft
05/01/2020 05/01/20 Sold $200,000 +0.5% --
02/04/2020 02/04/20 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2020 01/06/20 For Sale $199,000 0.0% --
02/12/2018 02/12/18 Rented $1,550 -3.1% --
02/05/2018 02/05/18 Off Market $1,600 -- --
12/05/2017 12/05/17 For Rent $1,600 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $200,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $185,000 --
Warranty Deed $157,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Deed $127,000 Centennial Title Incorporate
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $194,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $134,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $142,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $143,190 New Conventional
Previous Owner $28,684 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $148,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $146,600 Unknown
Previous Owner $149,150 No Value Available
Previous Owner $114,300 No Value Available
Closed $27,750 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12464396

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-04-207-087-1360