NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5721 S Blackstone Ave Chicago, IL 60637

Hyde Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,331,229

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,032 Sq Ft
$439/Sq Ft Est. Value

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • 4-minute walk to 55Th-56Th-57Th Street Station
  • Recreation Room
  • Kenwood Academy High School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • 3-minute walk to Bixler Park

About This Home

Robert Spencer designed this charming Prairie School brick home located on a favorite block in the heart of the U of C campus. Lovingly maintained, it's been in the same family since 1979. The main level has gracious entertaining spaces that flow into each other. The country kitchen has both butler's & cook's pantries. Upstairs are 4BRs & 2 full baths. One bath is a recent rehab with a steam shower. Glorious gardens

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Margie Smigel

The Margie Smigel Group, LLC License #471000008 Listed on: 06/16/2015

Last Buyer's Agent

Margie Smigel

The Margie Smigel Group, LLC License #471000008 Listed on: 06/16/2015

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1890

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • East or West Exposure
  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally

Home Design

  • Rowhouse Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Rubber Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Lower Floor Utility Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Butlers Pantry
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub
  • Steam Shower
  • European Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Brick Porch or Patio
  • Outdoor Grill

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • SpacePak Central Air
  • Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • North or South Exposure
  • Property is near bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions
  • $0 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1890

Lot Details

3,920 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2.1
  • Style Of House: Row House
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1890
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1890

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
  • Number Of Rooms: 10
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 11X19, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Air Cleaner
  • Fireplace Details: Wood Burning, Decorative Only
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Exterior Access
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 4
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Bathroom Amenities: Steam Shower, European Shower, Soaking Tub
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 12X20, On Level: Basement
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 10X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Blinds
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Closet
  • Additional Rooms: Balcony, Den, Deck, Foyer, Pantry, Recreation Room, Storage, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 11X19, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Recreation Rm, Dimensions: 11X27, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 6X6, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12X16, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Utility Room-Lower Level, Dimensions: 12X39, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 11X12, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Walk in Closet, Dimensions: 6X8, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Shades
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 10X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Deck, Dimensions: 9X10, On Level: Main Level
  • Additional Room 6 Name: Balcony, Dimensions: 7X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Other
  • Additional Room 7 Name: Den, Dimensions: 13X17, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades
  • Additional Room 8 Name: Pantry, Dimensions: 5X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 9 Name: Other, Dimensions: 4X5, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 10 Name: Storage, Dimensions: 8X9, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Other
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 3032
  • Dining Room Type: Separate
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 9X14, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: Shades

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Rubber
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill
  • Exposure: N (North), S (South), E (East), W (West)
  • Acreage: 0.0913

Utilities

  • Electricity: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air, Space Pac, 2 (Window/Wall Unit)
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 299

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 25X159
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally
  • Parcel Identification Number: 20142220070000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 9,628.28

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 16, 2015
Closed on
Aug 19, 2015
Sold by
Levine Ruth W
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Margie Smigel
The Margie Smigel Group, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Margie Smigel
The Margie Smigel Group, LLC
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$880,000
Premium/Discount to List
$31,000
3.65%
Current Estimated Value
$1,331,229

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$451,229
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.80%
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Outstanding Balance
$528,066
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$803,163

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 2009
Sold by
Levine Ruth W
Bought by
Levine Ruth W and Ruth W Levine Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2004
Sold by
Levine Donald N and Levine Ruth W
Bought by
Levine Ruth W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2003
Sold by
Levine Ruth W
Bought by
Levine Donald N and Levine Ruth W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 2001
Sold by
Levine Donald N and Levine Ruth W
Bought by
Levine Ruth W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 1997
Sold by
Levine Donald N and Levine Ruth W
Bought by
Levine Donald N and Levine Ruth W
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Hyde Park, IL

  • Crystal Banks Real Estate Agent - Landstar Realty Group, Inc.

    Crystal Banks

    Landstar Realty Group, Inc.

    (224) 458-2653

    58 Total Sales

    1 in Hyde Park

    $285,000 Price

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  • Shirley Walker Real Estate Agent - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    Shirley Walker

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

    (773) 365-9968

    16 Total Sales

    8 in Hyde Park

    $390K - $1.3M Price Range

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  • Tammy Jackson Real Estate Agent - KM Realty Group, LLC

    Tammy Jackson

    KM Realty Group, LLC

    (888) 613-3243

    73 Total Sales

    2 in Hyde Park

    $158K - $290K Price Range

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  • Hugo Araujo Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Realty

    Hugo Araujo

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (773) 819-6179

    157 Total Sales

    1 in Hyde Park

    $210,000 Price

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  • Stella Schening Real Estate Agent - HomeSmart Connect LLC

    Stella Schening

    HomeSmart Connect LLC

    (224) 222-1296

    71 Total Sales

    1 in Hyde Park

    $471,000 Price

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  • Richard Lomax Real Estate Agent - Fulton Grace Realty

    Richard Lomax

    Fulton Grace Realty

    (312) 376-3268

    82 Total Sales

    2 in Hyde Park

    $220K - $235K Price Range

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$875,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Levine Ruth W -- None Available
Levine Ruth W -- --
Levine Donald N -- 1St American Title
Levine Ruth W -- --
Levine Donald N -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $700,000
Previous Owner Levine Donald N $144,000
Source: Public Records

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 $22,089 $106,000 $24,645 $81,355
2024 $22,089 $106,000 $24,645 $81,355
2023 $22,127 $107,636 $19,875 $87,761
2022 $22,127 $111,000 $19,875 $91,125
2021 $21,651 $111,000 $19,875 $91,125
2020 $14,032 $66,092 $15,900 $50,192
2019 $13,745 $71,840 $15,900 $55,940
2018 $16,618 $87,563 $15,900 $71,663
2017 $11,640 $57,447 $13,117 $44,330
2016 $11,006 $57,447 $13,117 $44,330
2015 $10,527 $57,447 $13,117 $44,330
2014 $9,628 $56,297 $10,732 $45,565
2013 $9,419 $56,297 $10,732 $45,565
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Margie Smigel Real Estate Agent - The Margie Smigel Group, LLC

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Margie Smigel

    The Margie Smigel Group, LLC

    (312) 953-1466

    21 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Margie Smigel
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD08954965

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 20-14-222-007-0000

Illinois Cook County Chicago 60637 Hyde Park

5721 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL

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