$517,500
SOLD JUL 21, 2025

3539 N Lakewood Ave Unit 3 Chicago, IL 60657

Lakeview Neighborhood
2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
$283/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

4% Above List Price

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Blaine Elementary School Rated A-
  • Mud Room
  • 3-minute walk to Sheil Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Multiple Offers Received. All offers due Tuesday June 10th at 12PM. Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2 bed, 2 bath penthouse in an intimate building on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Southport Corridor. Filled with thoughtful upgrades, this west-facing home is flooded with natural light and feels like a peaceful treehouse retreat thanks to mature trees right outside your windows. Step inside to find hardwood floors throughout the large main living areas and cozy carpet in both bedrooms. The open-concept kitchen boasts fresh white 42" cabinets, granite countertops, tile backsplash, under (and over!) cabinet lighting, and stainless steel appliances-perfect for cooking and entertaining. The spacious primary suite features picture molding, a professionally organized closet, and a luxe ensuite stone bath with a double vanity and large walk-in shower. A second stone bath with a tub offers comfort and convenience for guests or a roommate. Additional highlights include 8-foot doors, in-unit washer/dryer, gas forced heat, central AC, a separate mudroom with built-ins, and a charming balcony ideal for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Deeded garage parking and extra large assigned storage are included in the price. Just steps from the shops, dining, and transit of Southport Avenue-this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and location.Don't miss this rare top-floor gem!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Megan Wood

Compass License #475159361 Listed on: 06/05/2025

Compass

Co-Listed By

Russell Burton

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Melissa English

Compass License #475192274

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,970

Year Renovated

  • 2008

HOA Fees

  • $283 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Blaine Elementary School

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Additional Parcels

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, parking, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 12 Units

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,970

Year Renovated

2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$283 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 3
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Age: Unknown
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2008
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Renovated: 2008

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Other Equipment: Intercom, CO Detectors
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • List Price: 499900
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • 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
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 283
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Self Managed
  • Management Contact Name: Self Managed
  • Management Phone: 111-111-1111

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Parking, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Blaine Elementary School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels Description: 14203060411018
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6970.46
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 12

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 5, 2025
Closed on
Jul 24, 2025
Sold by
Beyer Kevin
Bought by
Raether Jason D
Seller's Agent
Megan Wood
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Melissa English
Compass
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$517,500
Premium/Discount to List
$17,600
3.52%
Views
52

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$414,000
Outstanding Balance
$414,000
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 17, 2019
Closed on
May 19, 2020
Sold by
Rugg Kyle P
Bought by
Beyer Kevin
Seller's Agent
John Wyman
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Megan Wood
Compass
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$395,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.25%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.37%
Original Mortgage
$355,500
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $517,500 First American Title
Warranty Deed $395,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $414,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $355,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $316,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/21/2025 07/21/25 Sold $517,500 +3.5% --
06/10/2025 06/10/25 Pending -- -- --
06/05/2025 06/05/25 For Sale $499,900 +26.6% --
05/26/2020 05/26/20 Sold $395,000 -1.3% --
03/24/2020 03/24/20 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2020 03/14/20 For Sale $400,000 0.0% --
02/22/2020 02/22/20 Pending -- -- --
11/19/2019 11/19/19 For Sale $400,000 0.0% --
10/26/2019 10/26/19 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2019 10/17/19 For Sale $400,000 -- --
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 $1 $3,737 $954 $2,783
2023 $1 $3,134 $770 $2,364
2022 $1 $3,425 $770 $2,655
2021 $19 $3,424 $769 $2,655
2020 $60 $3,370 $328 $3,042
2019 $49 $3,671 $328 $3,343
2018 $47 $3,671 $328 $3,343
2017 $605 $2,810 $287 $2,523
2016 $63 $2,810 $287 $2,523
2015 $34 $2,810 $287 $2,523
2014 $48 $2,829 $234 $2,595
2013 $36 $2,829 $234 $2,595
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12385068

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-20-306-041-1018