
5724 S Harper Ave Chicago, IL 60637
Hyde Park NeighborhoodHighlights
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 3-minute walk to 55Th-56Th-57Th Street Station
- Deck
- Kenwood Academy High School Rated A-
- Fireplace in Bedroom
- 5-minute walk to Bixler Park
About This Home
As of November 2024This charming four bedroom home on Harper Avenue was a part of Hyde Park's first planned community, built way back in the 1880s and then known as Rosalie Villas. Remarkably, nearly all of the Queen Anne and shingle-style homes are still standing nearly a century and a half later. Years before the founding of the University of Chicago, the development was established by Rosalie Buckingham, a wealthy heiress whose name Chicagoans will likely recognize from Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park, named for Rosalie's cousin. As she neared the age of twenty-five, Rosalie decided to become a property developer in the rapidly expanding Hyde Park Township, which was then still a separate suburb. In 1883, she acquired two city blocks from 57th Street to 59th Street near the Illinois Central tracks and hired Solon S. Beman, who had just designed Chicago's most famous planned community Pullman, to oversee a plan for her land. Beman provided the overall vision for Rosalie Villas and designed a number of the 42 homes. There were rules that homeowners and other architects had to follow, which led to the continuity of size and style visible and appreciated to this day. Harper Avenue remains one of Hyde Park's most coveted locations. We do not know the architect of 5724 Rosalie Court, but early records list attorney Addison Beardsley as the resident. The house has been in the hands of the current owner for the last forty-two years. All of this is to say, 5724 Harper is one very special place. Entering into the foyer, one can imagine the comfortable lives spent here for well over a century. This is a warm and welcoming house, with a spacious floor plan that defies its age. Light fills the front parlor and library, there is a lovely separate dining room, a large kitchen, while the adjacent maid's room, full bath and breakfast room complete this level. A deck overlooks the lush back yard, complementing the wide front porch. Moving up the beautifully detailed staircase, there are four bedrooms, one with a walk-in closet, and two full baths. Additionally another stair leads to the third level which could provide ample space for a Primary Suite or Family Room. The lower level is unfinished, but offers storage, a laundry room and is plumbed for a full bath. And the property offers a rarity on the block, a two car garage. Located a short walk from the University of Chicago, the Laboratory Schools and all Hyde Park has to offer - with some modernization this will be a stunning home in a prime location. We invite you to experience Rosalie's vision, you may stay for longer than expected - for here you can add your own chapter to this remarkable story.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475163199 Listed on: 02/07/2022

Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475163199 Listed on: 02/07/2022

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,214
Year Built
- Built in 1885
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 40 x 112.8
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Brick Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Stone Foundation
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,500 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Decorative Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Sitting Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Library
- Storm Screens
- Attic
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Sink Near Laundry
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Grill
- Porch
Location
- Property is near a park
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Similar Homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $1,275,000 | First American Title | |
Warranty Deed | $1,275,000 | First American Title | |
Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
Warranty Deed | $1,125,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $1,000,000 | New Conventional | |
Closed | $1,000,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $0 | New Conventional |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
11/15/2024 11/15/24 | Sold | $1,275,000 | -10.5% | $364 / Sq Ft |
10/01/2024 10/01/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
06/29/2024 06/29/24 | Price Changed | $1,425,000 | -4.7% | $407 / Sq Ft |
06/05/2024 06/05/24 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | +32.9% | $427 / Sq Ft |
04/07/2022 04/07/22 | Sold | $1,125,000 | +2.3% | $450 / Sq Ft |
02/11/2022 02/11/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
02/07/2022 02/07/22 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -- | $440 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $13,906 | $109,000 | $28,024 | $80,976 |
2023 | $14,560 | $68,988 | $22,600 | $46,388 |
2022 | $14,560 | $74,208 | $22,600 | $51,608 |
2021 | $17,026 | $88,000 | $22,600 | $65,400 |
2020 | $9,214 | $44,464 | $18,080 | $26,384 |
2019 | $9,237 | $49,405 | $18,080 | $31,325 |
2018 | $9,081 | $49,405 | $18,080 | $31,325 |
2017 | $8,649 | $43,554 | $14,916 | $28,638 |
2016 | $8,223 | $43,554 | $14,916 | $28,638 |
2015 | $7,500 | $43,554 | $14,916 | $28,638 |
2014 | $6,247 | $36,238 | $12,204 | $24,034 |
2013 | $6,113 | $36,238 | $12,204 | $24,034 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2024
Susan O'Connor
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(312) 560-8186
46 in this area
96 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Shirley Walker
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
(773) 230-9883
9 in this area
21 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11319203

APN: 20-14-222-041-0000
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