NOT LISTED FOR SALE

540 W Belden Ave Unit 1A Chicago, IL 60614

Lincoln Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $525,000 - $634,971

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
-- Sq Ft
1886 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 30, 2025

Last sale price $565,000

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,611 / mo

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Sauna
  • Wood Flooring
  • Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Rated A
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 3-minute walk to Mid-North Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

5/31 OH CANCELLED!!Historically significant duplex down in a 1800s Lincoln Park mansion-conversion to "Manor Homes on Belden". Original brick, stained glass and south facing windows flank this unique split level 2bed/1.5ba fully updated floorplan creating the most distinctive condo on picturesque, tree lined, Belden St. Nearly the entire condo has been updated in last 4 years. Modern neutral colored wood floors flow throughout all spaces of the home. The upstairs bath was gutted in 2024. Now featuring dual vanity sink, double medicine cabinet mirrors, luxurious steam shower and accent tilework. Custom painting of ceilings and walls in entire condo, solid wood doors and trim in the entry and den, an updated downstairs floorplan and a brand-new kitchen + pantry installed in 2024. Off the downstairs living room, the next owner has an opportunity to switch the lower window to a sliding door to give better access to patio space. There is an additional private outdoor space near the parking spot, for a grill or plants. Exterior Parking included. Laundry located directly outside the unit's interior back door. In-unit can be installed. This location is not to be beat. Walking distance to restaurants, shops, Lincoln Commons, the lake path and more. 0.5 miles to the Fullerton red/brown line stops.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michaela Gordon

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475159098 Listed on: 05/23/2025

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Meliker

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475167454

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,345

Year Built

  • Built in 1886 | Remodeled in 2007

HOA Fees

  • $585 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Library with Fireplace
  • Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Sauna

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks

Parking

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

Utilities

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

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, parking, insurance, exercise facilities, scavenger
  • 12 Units
  • Debra Russo Association, Phone Number (312) 335-1950
  • Property managed by First Service Residential

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Fitness Center
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Limit on the number of pets
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,345

Year Built

Built in 1886 | Remodeled in 2007

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$585 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo-Duplex
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 1
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo-Duplex
  • Year Built: 1886
  • Age: 100+ 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: 2007
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Renovated: 2007

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Sauna, Storage
  • Room Type: Den
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Den/Library
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
  • Association Fee: 585
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Exercise Room, Storage, Laundry
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: First Service Residential
  • Management Contact Name: Debra Russo
  • Management Phone: 312-335-1950

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Parking, Insurance, Exercise Facilities, Scavenger

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: Y

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: 10345
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 12

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michaela Gordon
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Amy Meliker
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$565,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
3.67%
Views
277
Current Estimated Value
$586,993

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$21,993
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.97%
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Outstanding Balance
$363,702
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$223,291

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2021
Closed on
May 25, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ashley Donat
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Michaela Gordon
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold Price
$435,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.62%
Original Mortgage
$391,500
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$565,000 Chicago Title
$435,000 Proper Title Llc
$455,000 Near North National Title
$330,000 Near North National Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $365,000
Previous Owner $391,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $565,000 +3.7% --
05/30/2025 05/30/25 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $545,000 +25.3% --
06/01/2021 06/01/21 Sold $435,000 -1.1% -- View Prior Sale
04/16/2021 04/16/21 For Sale -- -- --
04/12/2021 04/12/21 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2021 04/07/21 For Sale $440,000 -- --
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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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 $10,346 $49,389 $12,951 $36,438
2024 $10,346 $49,389 $12,951 $36,438
2023 $10,086 $49,036 $10,444 $38,592
2022 $10,086 $49,036 $10,444 $38,592
2021 $9,860 $49,035 $10,444 $38,591
2020 $9,588 $43,042 $9,191 $33,851
2019 $9,392 $46,749 $9,191 $37,558
2018 $9,235 $46,749 $9,191 $37,558
2017 $8,944 $41,550 $7,519 $34,031
2016 $8,322 $41,550 $7,519 $34,031
2015 $7,614 $41,550 $7,519 $34,031
2014 $7,252 $39,086 $5,639 $33,447
2013 $7,109 $39,086 $5,639 $33,447
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12368625

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-33-104-093-1001

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