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Seller's Agent in 2026
Lilianna Sekula-Lark
Compass
(312) 944-8900
43 in this area
74 Total Sales
5809 S Blackstone Ave Chicago, IL 60637
Hyde Park Neighborhood
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,448
Sq Ft
1893
Built
Highlights
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 4-minute walk to 59Th Street (University Of Chicago) Station
- Double Oven
- Kenwood Academy High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of March 2026Built in 1893 this beautiful house was enlarged and updated several times over the years. The result is this unique, spacious home that boasts 5 bedrooms, laundry on the second floor and 3 full and one half bath, including master bath. This unique property is full of vintage charm, original woodwork as well as modern features. First floor encompasses enchanting living room with leaded glass windows and elegant fireplace. Spacious, beautifully preserved dining room connects to modern, sophisticated and spacious kitchen and airy, light filled family room that opens onto patio and big backyard. Second floor boasts three bedrooms, one of which is now used as an office, two bathrooms and a separate laundry room while third floor has two bedrooms, bathroom and a large landing that functioned as a playroom. The property includes driveway that accommodates parking for two cars. This very special home is located two blocks from Lab school and UChicago. Truly a rare find!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Compass License #475143862 Listed on: 12/02/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,934
Year Built
- Built in 1893
Home Design
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Family or Dining Combination
- Wood Flooring
- Partially Finished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Driveway
- On-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Schools
- Ray Elementary School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Campus Hyde Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 2, 2025
Closed on
Mar 24, 2026
Sold by
Lipson Charles and Bloom Susan
Bought by
Veldman Peter
Seller's Agent
Lilianna Sekula-Lark
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Margie Smigel
The Margie Smigel Group, LLC
List Price
$2,200,000
Sold Price
$2,065,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$135,000
-6.14%
Views
9
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-44.60%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $2,065,000 | Chicago Title |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/26/2026 03/26/26 | Sold | $2,065,000 | -6.1% | $844 / Sq Ft |
| 12/02/2025 12/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/02/2025 12/02/25 | For Sale | $2,200,000 | -- | $899 / Sq Ft |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,934 | $127,000 | $48,980 | $78,020 |
| 2024 | $23,934 | $127,000 | $48,980 | $78,020 |
| 2023 | $23,210 | $119,000 | $39,500 | $79,500 |
| 2022 | $23,210 | $119,000 | $39,500 | $79,500 |
| 2021 | $22,724 | $119,000 | $39,500 | $79,500 |
| 2020 | $18,420 | $88,269 | $31,600 | $56,669 |
| 2019 | $18,036 | $95,945 | $31,600 | $64,345 |
| 2018 | $17,731 | $95,945 | $31,600 | $64,345 |
| 2017 | $18,885 | $87,725 | $26,070 | $61,655 |
| 2016 | $16,713 | $87,725 | $26,070 | $61,655 |
| 2015 | $16,075 | $87,725 | $26,070 | $61,655 |
| 2014 | $11,035 | $63,877 | $21,330 | $42,547 |
| 2013 | $11,139 | $63,877 | $21,330 | $42,547 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lilianna Sekula-Lark
-
Margie Smigel
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Margie Smigel
The Margie Smigel Group, LLC
(312) 953-1466
21 in this area
65 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12526784
APN: 20-14-222-027-0000
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