2205 W Shakespeare Ave Unit 1W Chicago, IL 60647
Bucktown NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,436/month
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
- Deck
- End Unit
- 3-minute walk to Holstein Park
About This Home
Welcome home to this bright and inviting 2BR/1.5BA duplex-down in a boutique 4-unit building, perfectly situated in the best Bucktown location. Enter through your private entrance. Sunlight pours through a wall of windows into the open living and dining space, featuring 11-foot ceilings and a modern layout that's perfect for open living and dining. The renovated kitchen boasts 42" white cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a convenient breakfast bar-perfect for entertaining. The open living and dining area flows seamlessly, with a sleek powder room completing the main floor. Downstairs, the tall lower level offers a comfortable second living space , two generous bedrooms, a full bath with a large vanity, shower/tub combo, and in-unit laundry with front-load washer/dryer. Enjoy summer gatherings on the lush common deck above the garage that is most convenient to your unit - ideal for grilling and entertaining. One garage parking space included. In an unbeatable Bucktown location near Pulaski International School, Holstein Park, and all the dining, shopping, and nightlife along Damen, Armitage, and a short walk to six corners. Easy access to the Kennedy Expressway and public transportation
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,240
Year Built
- Built in 1927 | Remodeled in 2005
Lot Details
- End Unit
HOA Fees
- $269 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Half Duplex
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Brick Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,350 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, insurance, scavenger
- 4 Units
- Property managed by Self-managed
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 50 lbs
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Additional Features
- Sundeck
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $7,241 | $44,248 | $6,404 | $37,844 |
| 2023 | $6,352 | $34,196 | $3,349 | $30,847 |
| 2022 | $6,352 | $34,196 | $3,349 | $30,847 |
| 2021 | $6,227 | $34,196 | $3,349 | $30,847 |
| 2020 | $10,561 | $50,341 | $3,349 | $46,992 |
| 2019 | $11,072 | $54,908 | $3,349 | $51,559 |
| 2018 | $10,846 | $54,908 | $3,349 | $51,559 |
| 2017 | $8,927 | $41,468 | $2,944 | $38,524 |
| 2016 | $8,306 | $41,468 | $2,944 | $38,524 |
| 2015 | $8,346 | $45,545 | $2,944 | $42,601 |
| 2014 | $5,423 | $29,230 | $2,613 | $26,617 |
| 2013 | $5,316 | $29,230 | $2,613 | $26,617 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 11/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/06/2025 11/06/25 | For Sale | $489,000 | +25.4% | $362 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/26/2022 08/26/22 | Sold | $390,000 | -2.5% | $289 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/28/2022 07/28/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/25/2022 07/25/22 | For Sale | $399,900 | -- | $296 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $390,000 | Proper Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $305,000 | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun | |
| Warranty Deed | $387,500 | Ticor Title Insurance |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $292,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $289,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $310,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Closed | $38,700 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12510862
APN: 14-31-125-048-1001
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