NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,641,000 - $1,825,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,800 Sq Ft
$607/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 18, 2025

Last sale price $1,605,000 $573 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,484 / mo

95 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Cottage
  • Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Hudson Chess Park

About This Home

As of November 2025

As featured in Chicago Crain's Magazine -- Discover a rare opportunity to own a landmarked Chicago Treasure-- The actual Old Town "Yellow House", a beloved neighborhood gem. This piece of Chicago history is a charming 1875-built home on Menomonee Street. Featuring a secret garden which is a three-time City of Chicago Garden Contest winner. This iconic beauty with a side yard patio and tandem parking seamlessly blends historic character with modern updates. Flooded with natural light from numerous windows overlooking the stunning outdoor space and the charm of Menomonee. The home's main southern exposure and no adjoining neighbors provides unique sunshine from early morning till late evening. The kitchen includes an eat-in area, while the spacious living and dining areas offer ample room for entertaining. Stained glass accents and intricate moldings further enhance the home's historic charm. Upstairs, a large family room with a stone fireplace is complemented by three bedrooms and a guest bath. The primary suite boasts a walk-in closet and a spacious en-suite bath with a clawfoot tub and skylight. The lower level features a recreation room and ample storage space. Coming to market for the first time in over 25 years, this meticulously maintained home has undergone thoughtful renovations while preserving its original integrity. Nestled in the heart of the Old Town Triangle, just steps from the lake, zoo, shopping, and dining, this home is also located in the highly sought-after Lincoln School District.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hadley Rue

Baird & Warner License #475165252 Listed on: 07/14/2025

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Alexa Hara

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475166134

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,412

Year Built

  • Built in 1875

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 34x60
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Rubber Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Historic or Period Millwork
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Parking Available
  • Brick Driveway
  • Side Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Lincoln Elementary School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,412

Year Built

Built in 1875

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Cottage
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1875
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
  • LivingArea: 2800
  • Other Equipment: Security System, CO Detectors
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Recreation Room, Storage
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Rubber
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Side Driveway, Off Street, Driveway, Yes, Owned
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • Middle/Junior School: Lincoln Elementary School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 34X60
  • Lot Size: Standard Chicago Lot
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 18412.38
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2025
Closed on
Nov 12, 2025
Sold by
Steve Weiss Trust and Lucyna Wojtas Trust
Bought by
Bondi Nicholas Stene and Bondi Rebecca
Seller's Agent
Hadley Rue
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Alexa Hara
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$1,725,000
Sold Price
$1,605,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$120,000
-6.96%
Views
175
Current Estimated Value
$1,699,708

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$94,708
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.63%
Original Mortgage
$905,000
Outstanding Balance
$903,938
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$795,770

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2011
Sold by
Weiss Steve and Wojtas Lucyna
Bought by
Weiss Steve and Steve Weiss Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 1998
Sold by
Hegburg Alan and Hegburg Faye
Bought by
Weiss Steve and Wojtas Lucyna

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$494,450
Interest Rate
7.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 1996
Sold by
Ocallaghan John
Bought by
Hegburg Alan and Hegburg Faye

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$316,000
Interest Rate
8.33%
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bondi Nicholas Stene $1,605,000 Chicago Title
Weiss Steve -- Multiple
Weiss Steve $550,000 1St American Title
Hegburg Alan $395,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bondi Nicholas Stene $905,000
Previous Owner Weiss Steve $494,450
Previous Owner Hegburg Alan $316,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/18/2025 11/18/25 Sold $1,605,000 -4.2% $573 / Sq Ft
10/17/2025 10/17/25 Pending -- -- --
09/22/2025 09/22/25 Price Changed $1,675,000 -1.4% $598 / Sq Ft
09/04/2025 09/04/25 Price Changed $1,699,000 -1.5% $607 / Sq Ft
07/14/2025 07/14/25 For Sale $1,725,000 -- $616 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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
2025 $18,412 $129,060 $31,620 $97,440
2024 $18,412 $129,060 $31,620 $97,440
2023 $19,264 $90,582 $25,500 $65,082
2022 $19,264 $97,078 $25,500 $71,578
2021 $20,309 $104,325 $25,500 $78,825
2020 $17,852 $83,239 $22,440 $60,799
2019 $17,489 $90,478 $22,440 $68,038
2018 $17,194 $90,478 $22,440 $68,038
2017 $16,570 $80,347 $18,360 $61,987
2016 $18,640 $95,563 $18,360 $77,203
2015 $17,031 $95,563 $18,360 $77,203
2014 $12,146 $68,034 $14,280 $53,754
2013 $13,919 $79,159 $14,280 $64,879
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12419313

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-33-407-025-0000

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