$283,000 - $442,000
RENTED JUN 9, 2025
2 Beds
2 Baths
950 Sq Ft
1920 Built

Last Sold April 30, 2020

Last sale price $305,000 $321 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,256/month

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • Fitness Center
  • Granite Countertops
  • Water Views
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-minute walk to Prairie District Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Wonderful 2 bed 2 bath loft in the historic Chess Lofts! Spacious living area which boasts 14 foot high concrete ceilings, woodfloors, lake views, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, extra storage, and an oversized balcony. Primary suite includes a generous sized walk-through closet leading to the ensuite bathroom with soaking tub, and separate shower. The additional bedroom is versatile and can be utilized as a guest room, home office. Amenities include a rooftop sundeck, bike room, small fitness center, and a secure entry system. In-unit laundry. Garage Parking extra $150/mo. Water/ scavenger/ heat/ air/ cooking gas are Included in rent. The garage spot even has room for additional storage! Easy additional street parking with zone permit. Located one block north of McCormick Place, two blocks to the lake trail overpass, near Soldier Field, Wintrust Arena, Grant Park, and Museum Campus. Steps from historic Women's park, Fort Dearborn Park, and the Prairie District Park also has a fantastic playground. No smoking in this unit. Enjoy great restaurants and entertainment nearby including Showroom Food Hall, Spoke & Bird Cafe, La Cantina Grill, Reggies, Fatpour Tap Works, Il Culaccino, Pizanos and more! Only a 10 minute walk to the nearest train station, 20 minute drive to Midway airport, and just a few minutes to all major expressways!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Joseph Kamper

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475177307 Listed on: 05/19/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Renter's Agent

Nitasha Kassam

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475177732

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,556

Year Built

  • Built in 1920 | Remodeled in 2007

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 950 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Intercom
  • Granite Countertops
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,600
  • Property Available on 6/6/25
  • Rent includes gas, heat, water, parking, scavenger, security system, doorman, exterior maintenance, air conditioning
  • 12 Month Lease Term

Community Details

Overview

  • 119 Units
  • 9-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Sundeck
  • Elevator

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 20 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Pet Deposit Required
  • Dogs Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,556

Year Built

Built in 1920 | Remodeled in 2007

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2025-06-06
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Rental Price: 2600
  • Security Deposit: 2600
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 20

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Type Attached: Condo-Loft
  • EntryLevel: 7
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo-Loft
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2007
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 9
  • Year Renovated: 2007

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Granite Counters, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 950
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 9
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Vinyl

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • List Price: 2600
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Additional Pet Rent, Deposit Required, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, On Site Manager/Engineer, Sundeck, Intercom
  • Rent Includes: Gas, Heat, Water, Parking, Scavenger, Security System, Doorman, Exterior Maintenance, Air Conditioning
  • Management: Manager On-site,Monday through Friday

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: CONDO

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 119

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 24, 2020
Closed on
Apr 21, 2020
Sold by
Banholzer Mark J and Mark J Banholzer Living Trust
Bought by
Kamper Joseph
Seller's Agent
Samuel Ciochon
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Kamper
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$305,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.67%
Current Estimated Value
$346,994

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,994
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.49%
Original Mortgage
$294,500
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 28, 2016
Sold by
Banholzer Mark J
Bought by
Banholzer Mark J and The Mark J Banholzer Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 20, 2008
Sold by
Chess Lofts Llc
Bought by
Banholzer Mark J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$278,237
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kamper Joseph $310,000 Attorney
Banholzer Mark J -- Attorney
Banholzer Mark J $348,000 Stewart Title Of Illinois
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Kamper Joseph $294,500
Previous Owner Banholzer Mark J $278,237
Previous Owner Banholzer Mark J $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/09/2025 06/09/25 Rented $2,750 +5.8% --
06/05/2025 06/05/25 Under Contract -- -- --
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Price Changed $2,600 -3.7% $3 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 For Rent $2,700 0.0% --
06/30/2020 06/30/20 Off Market $305,000 -- --
04/30/2020 04/30/20 Sold $305,000 +1.7% $392 / Sq Ft
03/07/2020 03/07/20 Pending -- -- --
01/24/2020 01/24/20 For Sale $300,000 0.0% $385 / Sq Ft
09/27/2017 09/27/17 Rented $1,900 -4.8% --
09/13/2017 09/13/17 Price Changed $1,995 -5.0% $2 / Sq Ft
08/18/2017 08/18/17 For Rent $2,100 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $4,556 $23,471 $2,427 $21,044
2023 $4,440 $21,523 $1,953 $19,570
2022 $4,440 $21,523 $1,953 $19,570
2021 $4,341 $21,521 $1,952 $19,569
2020 $2,917 $16,718 $1,604 $15,114
2019 $2,968 $18,203 $1,604 $16,599
2018 $2,917 $18,203 $1,604 $16,599
2017 $2,588 $15,397 $1,414 $13,983
2016 $2,584 $15,397 $1,414 $13,983
2015 $2,341 $15,397 $1,414 $13,983
2014 $2,420 $15,610 $483 $15,127
2013 $2,361 $15,610 $483 $15,127
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12369808

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 17-22-315-066-1156