$805,000 - $874,000
RENTED SEP 11, 2025

3251 N Racine Ave Unit 3 Chicago, IL 60657

Lakeview Neighborhood
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,100 Sq Ft
$394 Price per Sq Ft

Last Sold August 22, 2025

Last sale price $830,000 $395 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $5,362/month

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Nettelhorst Elementary School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 2-minute walk to Margaret Donahue Park

About This Home

As of September 2025

Come see this gorgeous three-bedroom/three full bath duplex penthouse in the heart of Lakeview! The spacious west-facing unit is brimming with natural light, with vaulted ceilings and skylights, and hardwood floors throughout the living areas. The massive living room has a handcrafted fireplace for you to enjoy, and the upstairs features a loft-style family room. The open floor plan provides easy access to the kitchen area with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, with plenty of cabinet space. The unit features two large primary bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and walk-in closets, as well as an additional third bedroom with another full bathroom directly across the hall on the main level. Need some time outdoors? The unit also features two spacious private decks accessible from each level and easily accommodates sizeable patio furniture. One garage parking space is included, as well as access to a shared storage area in the basement. Only cats considered, two max at owners' discretion, sorry, no dogs! Lease must end on May 31st, 2026 or 2027. Non-refundable move-in fee in place of a security deposit. Ideal location with a quick walk to either the Belmont or Southport L stop, Southport Corridor, Wrigley Field, the lakefront, and tons of nearby restaurants, nightlife, and stores for your everyday needs!

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Ian Sonsyadek

Fulton Grace Realty License #475182665 Listed on: 08/05/2025

Fulton Grace Realty

Last Renter's Agent

Trupti Patel

Compass License #475184780

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,688

Year Built

  • Built in 1995

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Property Attached
  • Entry on the 3rd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,100 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Terrace

Schools

  • Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • Lake View High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 9/1/25
  • Rent includes water, parking, scavenger, lawn care, snow removal

Community Details

Pet Policy

  • Cats Allowed

Additional Features

  • 3 Units
  • Community Storage Space

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,688

Year Built

Built in 1995

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2025-09-01
  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Rental Price: 5000
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • EntryLevel: 3
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Year Built: 1995
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: MultiFamily
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Storage, Open Floorplan, Pantry
  • LivingArea: 2100
  • Room Type: Deck, Terrace, Walk In Closet
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Screens, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 5000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK
  • Association Amenities: Storage
  • Rent Includes: Water, Parking, Scavenger, Lawn Care, Snow Removal
  • Management Company: xxx
  • Management Contact Name: xxx
  • Management Phone: 000-000-0000x000

Schools

  • Elementary School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • High School: Lake View High School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 3

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 5, 2025
Closed on
Sep 4, 2025
Sold by
Rodolico Francesca N and Trahan Andrew R
Bought by
Ginzburg Alexander and Ginzburg Julia
Seller's Agent
Ian Sonsyadek
Fulton Grace Realty
Buyer's Agent
Trupti Patel
Compass
Sold Price
$5,000
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$827,517

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$822,517
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.28%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2021
Closed on
Jun 23, 2021
Sold by
Shull Marc E
Bought by
Rodolico Francesca N and Trahan Andrew R
Seller's Agent
Yogi Yedlin
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Lisa Zeller-O'Malley
Coldwell Banker Realty
Sold Price
$579,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.13%
Original Mortgage
$521,100
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2014
Closed on
Sep 30, 2014
Sold by
Hobbs Steven M and Hobbs Laurie S
Bought by
Shull Marc E
Seller's Agent
Colin Hebson
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Ankur Patel
Kale Realty
List Price
$549,000
Sold Price
$544,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.91%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.93%
Original Mortgage
$54,345
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2011
Sold by
Isroff Kenneth
Bought by
Hobbs Steven M and Hobbs Laurie S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 2006
Sold by
Ellis Robert and Ellis Lisa
Bought by
Isroff Kenneth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$340,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 2002
Sold by
Dean Paul W and Dean Frances P
Bought by
Ellis Robert and Ellis Lisa

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 11, 1997
Sold by
Mankus John E and Mankus Joanie E
Bought by
Dean Paul W and Dean Frances P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
7.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 1994
Sold by
Scanlon Lillian
Bought by
Sarvady Milan
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
Ginzburg Alexander $830,000 Chicago Title
Rodolico Francesca N $579,000 Chicago Title
Shull Marc E $544,000 Cti
Hobbs Steven M $389,000 Stewart Title Company
Isroff Kenneth $541,500 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Ellis Robert -- --
Ellis Robert $500,000 --
Dean Paul W $320,000 --
Sarvady Milan $157,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Rodolico Francesca N $521,100
Previous Owner Shull Marc E $54,345
Previous Owner Isroff Kenneth $340,000
Previous Owner Ellis Robert $400,000
Previous Owner Dean Paul W $288,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/11/2025 09/11/25 Rented $5,000 -99.4% --
08/27/2025 08/27/25 Under Contract -- -- --
08/22/2025 08/22/25 Sold $830,000 0.0% $395 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/19/2025 08/19/25 For Rent $5,000 0.0% --
08/10/2025 08/10/25 Off Market $5,000 -- --
08/05/2025 08/05/25 For Rent $5,000 0.0% --
07/13/2025 07/13/25 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Price Changed $840,000 0.0% $400 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Sale $840,000 +45.1% $400 / Sq Ft
07/09/2021 07/09/21 Sold $579,000 -1.8% $276 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/25/2021 05/25/21 For Sale -- -- --
05/24/2021 05/24/21 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2021 04/29/21 For Sale $589,900 +8.4% $281 / Sq Ft
10/06/2014 10/06/14 Sold $544,000 -0.9% $259 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/04/2014 08/04/14 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2014 08/01/14 For Sale $549,000 -- $261 / Sq Ft
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 $11,688 $57,867 $22,199 $35,668
2023 $11,373 $58,715 $17,903 $40,812
2022 $11,373 $58,715 $17,903 $40,812
2021 $11,137 $58,713 $17,902 $40,811
2020 $10,268 $49,196 $7,638 $41,558
2019 $10,078 $53,590 $7,638 $45,952
2018 $9,907 $53,590 $7,638 $45,952
2017 $9,761 $48,718 $6,683 $42,035
2016 $10,891 $54,378 $6,683 $47,695
2015 $9,965 $54,378 $6,683 $47,695
2014 $7,188 $41,311 $5,460 $35,851
2013 $7,035 $41,311 $5,460 $35,851
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12438933

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-20-421-041-1003