$626,000
SOLD JUN 26, 2025

3257 N Seminary Ave Unit C Chicago, IL 60657

Lakeview Neighborhood
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,800 Sq Ft
$150/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$348 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • 5-minute walk to Belmont Station (Brown, Purple, Red Lines)
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Nettelhorst Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1-minute walk to Hawthorne Playground

About This Home

As of June 2025

Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this 3-level townhome offers the perfect combination of space, privacy, and prime location. Just steps from Whole Foods, the Southport Corridor, Wrigley Field, public transit, dining, nightlife, and boutique shopping, this is urban living at its finest. The main level welcomes you with an extra-wide living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter, creating a cozy yet open atmosphere. The second level includes two generously sized bedrooms, ample closet space, and in-unit laundry. The oversized full bathroom features a double vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower-with enough square footage to potentially be converted into two full bathrooms, offering the flexibility to create a true primary suite. The top floor boasts a versatile third bedroom or flex space with direct access to your brand-new 220 sq ft private rooftop deck-complete with built-in uplighting, perfect for entertaining. Enjoy peace of mind with all major mechanicals recently updated. Low assessments. Rentals allowed, no defined terms/restrictions, currently all owner-occupied.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Ladewig

Baird & Warner License #475163487 Listed on: 05/27/2025

Baird & Warner

Last Buyer's Agent

Brett Murphy

High Fidelity Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,114

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

HOA Fees

  • $150 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,800 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Off Alley Parking
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Schools

  • Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • Lake View High School

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Rooftop Deck
  • End Unit

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, exterior maintenance
  • 6 Units

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,114

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$150 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 2
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • LivingArea: 1800
  • Other Equipment: Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • ExteriorFeatures: Roof Deck
  • List Price: 629000
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned, Off Alley, Off Street, On Site, Owned
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 150
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: SELF MANAGED
  • Management Contact Name: NA
  • Management Phone: 000-000-0000

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 10113.72
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 6

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 27, 2025
Closed on
Jun 26, 2025
Sold by
Kreft Evan and Kreft Samantha
Bought by
Morsches Matthew
Seller's Agent
Kelly Ladewig
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Brett Murphy
High Fidelity Realty
List Price
$629,000
Sold Price
$626,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-0.48%
Views
14

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.97%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 22, 2021
Closed on
Jun 11, 2021
Sold by
Mcdonald Brian P and Mcdonald Julie V
Bought by
Kreft Evan and Kreft Samanthaq
Seller's Agent
Jordan Chalmers
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Kelly Ladewig
Baird & Warner
List Price
$490,000
Sold Price
$495,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.02%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.00%
Original Mortgage
$470,250
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2013
Closed on
Jun 12, 2013
Sold by
Gargas David M and Happ Megan Elizabeth
Bought by
Mcdonald Brian P and Valentyn Julie M V
Seller's Agent
Kelli Johannesen
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jordan Chalmers
Baird & Warner
List Price
$409,000
Sold Price
$399,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.44%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.74%
Original Mortgage
$299,250
Interest Rate
2.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 16, 2006
Sold by
Seaman Mark and Seaman Sandra
Bought by
Gargas David M and Happ Megan Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$332,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2002
Sold by
Walker Abraham and Walker Kathleen A
Bought by
Seaman Mark and Predovic Sandra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
5.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 24, 1997
Sold by
Odonnell Robert M and Odonnell Marichu S
Bought by
Walker Abraham and Walker Kathleen A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,950
Interest Rate
7.62%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 1996
Sold by
Neville Mary Jo
Bought by
Odonnell Robert M and Odonnell Marichu S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,850
Interest Rate
7.07%
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $626,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $495,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $399,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $415,000 Fort Dearborn Land Title
Warranty Deed $349,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Warranty Deed $349,000 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Warranty Deed $221,000 --
Warranty Deed $197,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $470,250 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $75,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $299,250 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $327,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $329,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $332,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $260,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $276,980 Unknown
Previous Owner $260,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $42,700 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $20,800 Unknown
Previous Owner $209,950 No Value Available
Previous Owner $176,850 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Sold $626,000 -0.5% $348 / Sq Ft
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Pending -- -- --
05/27/2025 05/27/25 For Sale $629,000 +27.1% $349 / Sq Ft
06/17/2021 06/17/21 Sold $495,000 +1.0% $330 / Sq Ft
04/25/2021 04/25/21 Pending -- -- --
04/22/2021 04/22/21 For Sale $490,000 0.0% $327 / Sq Ft
10/09/2018 10/09/18 Rented $2,400 -4.0% --
10/06/2018 10/06/18 Price Changed $2,500 -3.8% $2 / Sq Ft
10/02/2018 10/02/18 Price Changed $2,600 -7.1% $2 / Sq Ft
09/19/2018 09/19/18 For Rent $2,800 0.0% --
06/26/2013 06/26/13 Sold $399,000 -2.4% $266 / Sq Ft
04/07/2013 04/07/13 Pending -- -- --
04/03/2013 04/03/13 For Sale $409,000 -- $273 / 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 $10,114 $51,890 $19,224 $32,666
2023 $10,541 $51,251 $15,503 $35,748
2022 $10,541 $51,251 $15,503 $35,748
2021 $9,636 $51,250 $15,503 $35,747
2020 $8,855 $42,854 $6,614 $36,240
2019 $8,690 $46,682 $6,614 $40,068
2018 $8,543 $46,682 $6,614 $40,068
2017 $7,958 $36,967 $5,787 $31,180
2016 $6,904 $36,967 $5,787 $31,180
2015 $6,774 $36,967 $5,787 $31,180
2014 $4,851 $26,146 $4,728 $21,418
2013 $4,277 $26,146 $4,728 $21,418
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12376049

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-20-423-044-1006