$295,000
OPEN SAT 12PM - 2PM

Hawthorne Place 525 W Hawthorne Place Unit 2008 Floor 20 Chicago, IL 60657

Lakeview East Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,697/month

Total Views 817
2 Beds
1 Bath
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Very Popular Property
  • Doorman
  • Waterfront
  • Nettelhorst Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fitness Center
  • End Unit

About This Home

Set in the heart of East Lakeview, this beautifully designed 2-bedroom condo offers a sophisticated take on open-concept living. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, crisp white cabinetry, LG appliances, and a sleek breakfast bar-ideal for everyday living and entertaining. A striking chandelier defines the dining area, which comfortably accommodates a table for six and flows seamlessly into the sun-filled living room with views of Lake Michigan and the city. The primary bedroom is straight out of a design catalog, fitting a king-size bed and featuring a renovated walk-in closet with custom built-ins. The second bedroom offers exceptional flexibility and is currently styled as a home office with a custom Murphy bed, perfect for hosting guests. Thoughtful upgrades, natural light, and timeless style come together in one of Lakeview's most desirable full-amenity buildings. It features 24-hour door person, outdoor pool and sundeck, fully equipped fitness center, storage, and updated laundry room. Located just steps to lakefront, dining, shopping, and easy transportation options. Parking is available in the building for purchase or lease.

Listing Agent

Jacqueline Luxem

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475172473 Listed on: 01/21/2026

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Co-Listing Agent

Frankie DaPonte

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475190889

Open House Schedule

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,296

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • End Unit

HOA Fees

  • $807 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Entry on the 20th floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

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

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, gas, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
  • 232 Units
  • Mesfin Baffa Association, Phone Number (773) 525-8272
  • Property managed by Sudler Property Management
  • 31-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Sundeck
  • Coin Laundry
  • Elevator
  • Service Elevator
  • Package Room
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 75 lbs
  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Pet Size Limit
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,296

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$807 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 20
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: Yes
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 31
  • Year Renovated: 2002

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Storage
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Stories Total: 31
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Vinyl

Exterior Features

  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit
  • Association Fee: 807
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Door Person, Coin Laundry, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, On Site Manager/Engineer, Sundeck, Pool, Receiving Room, Service Elevator(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager On-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Sudler Property Management
  • Management Contact Name: Mesfin Baffa
  • Management Phone: 773-525-8272

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Gas, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: CONDO
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: No
  • Max Pet Weight: 75

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4296.34
  • Tax Year: 2024

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 232

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Source: Public Records

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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
2025 $4,853 $24,679 $2,004 $22,675
2024 $4,853 $24,679 $2,004 $22,675
2023 $4,027 $23,000 $1,617 $21,383
2022 $4,027 $23,000 $1,617 $21,383
2021 $3,955 $22,999 $1,617 $21,382
2020 $3,843 $20,353 $1,066 $19,287
2019 $3,790 $22,292 $1,066 $21,226
2018 $3,725 $22,292 $1,066 $21,226
2017 $3,907 $18,150 $937 $17,213
2016 $3,635 $18,150 $937 $17,213
2015 $3,326 $18,150 $937 $17,213
2014 $2,799 $15,087 $513 $14,574
2013 $2,744 $15,087 $513 $14,574
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/21/2026 01/21/26 For Sale $295,000 +9.3% --
04/29/2022 04/29/22 Sold $269,900 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
03/16/2022 03/16/22 Pending -- -- --
03/14/2022 03/14/22 For Sale $269,900 +14.4% --
05/13/2016 05/13/16 Sold $236,000 +9.8% -- View Prior Sale
03/28/2016 03/28/16 Pending -- -- --
03/24/2016 03/24/16 For Sale $214,900 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $270,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $236,000 Chicago Title
Special Warranty Deed $266,500 Lawyers
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $229,415 New Conventional
Previous Owner $224,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $212,900 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12551789

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-21-307-061-1144