$271,016
SOLD APR 30, 2025

5205 N Rockwell St Unit 1 Chicago, IL 60625

Lincoln Square Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,500 Sq Ft
$250/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$181 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Recreation Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Office
  • Building Patio

About This Home

As of April 2025

Step into a hidden gem in Lincoln Square - this 3-bedroom condo is bigger on the inside than you ever imagined, and it could be yours for less than you're paying in rent! The spacious raised first floor features a large living room, perfect for unwinding or entertaining, and a separate dining area ready for your next dinner party. The three generously sized bedrooms each have ample closet space. The third bedroom is tandem - ideal for a bright, sunny office or a cozy bedroom, depending on your needs. A rare, PRIVATE basement flex space awaits, larger than some entire condos. Along with the laundry, it offers endless possibilities for whatever you can envision. Included in the price is 1 parking space - a huge boon in this sought-after neighborhood. Just a short walk to full grocery store, Walgreens, Budlong Elementary and the spectacular River Park. Homes like this don't come up often in Lincoln Square, so don't wait - schedule your showing today and come see this one-of-a-kind opportunity in person!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Adam McDowell

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475179464

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Last Buyer's Agent

Brad Zibung

Compass License #475162558

Compass

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,621

Year Built

  • Built in 1957 | Remodeled in 2016

HOA Fees

  • $250 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,500 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Schools

  • Budlong Elementary School
  • Amundsen High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, parking, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 4 Units
  • Property managed by self-managed

Amenities

  • Building Patio
  • Common Area
  • Community Storage Space

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 30 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Fenced around community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,621

Year Built

Built in 1957 | Remodeled in 2016

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$250 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 1
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • 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: 2016
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Renovated: 2016

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 400
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Storage
  • LivingArea: 1500
  • Room Type: Office, Recreation Room
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 1500
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 1100
  • Basement Sq Ft: 400
  • Square Footage Comments: Private Basement space totals approx. 400 sq ft.
  • Total Sq Ft: 1500
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1100
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 255000
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds
  • Roof: Other
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
  • Association Fee: 250
  • Association Amenities: Storage, Fencing, Patio
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Self-Management
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: self-managed
  • Management Contact Name: xxx
  • Management Phone: 000-000-0000
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 30

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1621
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 4

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Sold $271,016 +6.3% $181 / Sq Ft
02/10/2025 02/10/25 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2025 02/06/25 For Sale $255,000 +70.0% $170 / Sq Ft
01/20/2016 01/20/16 Sold $150,000 +7.2% --
12/09/2015 12/09/15 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2015 12/01/15 For Sale $139,900 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $1,559 $24,050 $6,959 $17,091
2023 $1,559 $11,000 $5,500 $5,500
2022 $1,559 $11,000 $5,500 $5,500
2021 $1,542 $11,000 $5,500 $5,500
2020 $2,211 $13,028 $3,347 $9,681
2019 $2,224 $14,500 $3,347 $11,153
2018 $2,186 $14,500 $3,347 $11,153
2017 $2,862 $13,295 $2,994 $10,301
2016 $2,663 $13,295 $2,994 $10,301
2015 $2,436 $13,295 $2,994 $10,301
2014 $3,298 $17,773 $2,642 $15,131
2013 $89 $17,773 $2,642 $15,131
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $178,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $120,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $231,000 None Listed On Document
Deed $150,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Adam McDowell

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

(773) 595-5868

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I’m a home chef, curious traveler, lifelong learner, and proud dad of two. When I’m not playing Ultimate Frisbee or catching a Bulls game, you’ll find me enjoying board games with my wife or exploring Chicago’s ever-changing neighborhoods. I’ve spent 15 years rooted in Lincoln Square, building deep local knowledge and strong community ties. Honest, diligent, and always responsive—your needs are my priority.

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12284369

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 13-12-232-032-1002