$235,000 - $331,000
RENTED JUL 9, 2025

4868 N California Ave Unit 2S Chicago, IL 60625

Lincoln Square Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
900 Sq Ft
1925 Built

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Corner Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • End Unit
  • 5-minute walk to Gross Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Sunny & Spacious 1BR with Sunroom, Deck, and Treetop Views in Lincoln Square. Welcome home to this beautifully maintained, freshly painted top-floor 1-bedroom apartment in the heart of Lincoln Square. This charming unit offers incredible treetop views, abundant natural light, and an ideal blend of comfort and convenience. Enjoy a flexible floor plan with a formal dining room (or optional second living space), a bright sunroom perfect for a home office, and a large private deck-ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The generous kitchen features ample cabinet space and windows for great light and ventilation. Highlights include: In-unit washer/dryer Central air and heat Hardwood floors throughout Fresh paint and deep cleaning just completed Neutral blinds throughout Easy street parking and an unbeatable location close to grocery stores, River Park (with tennis courts, pool, and dog park), plus local restaurants and coffee shops. Just 0.6 miles to both the Rockwell and Francisco Brown Line stations for easy commuting. Easy street parking. Don't miss this light-filled, move-in ready gem in one of Chicago's most desirable neighborhoods! All adults living in the home must apply. Landlord requires a 12 month lease or longer. No short term rentals or air b and b.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Lauren Schuh-Dayton

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty Brokerage Phone: (312) 909-1329 License #471018537 Listed on: 06/19/2025

Last Renter's Agent

Linwan Lewis

Baird & Warner License #475205439

Baird & Warner

Condo Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,427

Year Built

  • Built in 1925 | Remodeled in 2002

Lot Details

  • End Unit

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 900 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Potential Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck

Schools

  • Budlong Elementary School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Security Deposit $2,200
  • Property Available on 6/19/25
  • Rent includes water
  • 12 Month Lease Term

Community Details

Overview

  • 13 Units
  • Low-Rise Condominium

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Deposit Required
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Condo Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,427

Year Built

Built in 1925 | Remodeled in 2002

Lot Details

0

Rental Info

  • Available Date: 2025-06-19
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Board Approval: No
  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Rental Price: 2200
  • Security Deposit: 2200
  • Fees/Approvals: Credit Report,Move-in Fee
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Type Attached: Condo,Low Rise (1-3 Stories)
  • EntryLevel: 2
  • Property Attached: Yes
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,Low Rise (1-3 Stories)
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Non-Smoking Unit,None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2002
  • Attribution Contact: (312) 909-1329
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Renovated: 2002

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Furnished: No
  • LivingArea: 900
  • Other Equipment: Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Sun Room, Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 2200
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Waterfront: No

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, Deposit Required, Dogs OK, Number Limit
  • Rent Includes: Water
  • Management: Self-Management

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Rural (Y/N): N

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 13

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2005
Sold by
Biesack Jolene and Biesack Anthony
Bought by
Carman Mark
Current Estimated Value
$311,919
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
Carman Mark $231,000 First American
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Biesack Anthony $25,000
Previous Owner Biesack Anthony M $181,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/09/2025 07/09/25 Rented $2,200 0.0% --
06/19/2025 06/19/25 For Rent $2,200 +69.2% --
12/12/2018 12/12/18 Rented $1,300 0.0% --
12/07/2018 12/07/18 For Rent $1,300 -- --
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 $3,427 $23,778 $1,583 $22,195
2023 $3,319 $19,559 $1,070 $18,489
2022 $3,319 $19,559 $1,070 $18,489
2021 $3,263 $19,559 $1,070 $18,489
2020 $3,299 $17,912 $1,070 $16,842
2019 $3,281 $19,759 $1,070 $18,689
2018 $3,224 $19,759 $1,070 $18,689
2017 $3,191 $18,198 $936 $17,262
2016 $3,145 $18,198 $936 $17,262
2015 $2,854 $18,198 $936 $17,262
2014 $3,034 $18,921 $869 $18,052
2013 $2,963 $18,921 $869 $18,052
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12396171

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 13-12-320-026-1008