$269,000
OPEN SAT 11AM - 1PM

636 W Waveland Ave Unit 1A Chicago, IL 60613

Lakeview East Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,219/month

Total Views 692
2 Beds
1 Bath
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Waterfront
  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • Intercom
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Wood Flooring
  • Building Patio

About This Home

This beautifully maintained vintage condo at Waveland Courts is ideally located in the heart of Chicago's vibrant East Lakeview neighborhood. This 2-bedroom, one-bath home blends timeless charm with modern updates. Highlights include hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, ceiling fans, and huge south-facing windows that fill this condo with natural light. The updated kitchen offers ample storage and an oversized island, and access to a back deck ideal for grilling. Additional features include in-unit laundry, newer window a/c units, and an extra-large storage locker. Professionally managed, this complex has a secure, gated entry, storage lockers, and a large shared patio with dining tables and plantings. Transferable leased garage parking is available directly across the street at the New York. Located on a residential tree-lined street, this condo is steps from Lake Michigan, public transportation, Whole Foods, Starbucks, Walgreens, Wrigley Field, and many dining, recreation, and entertainment options. Welcome to one of Chicago's most sought-after neighborhoods!

Listing Agent

Jennifer Ames

Engel & Voelkers Chicago License #475150488 Listed on: 09/02/2025

Engel & Voelkers Chicago

Open House Schedule

  • Saturday, September 06, 2025
    11:00 am to 1:00 pm
    9/6/2025 11:00:00 AM +00:00
    9/6/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:00

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,098

Year Built

  • Built in 1928 | Remodeled in 2007

Lot Details

  • Waterfront
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped Professionally

HOA Fees

  • $507 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 4-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Intercom
  • Video Cameras

Outdoor Features

  • Courtyard

Schools

  • Greeley Elementary School
  • Lake View High School

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, water, gas, insurance, tv/cable, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 50 Units
  • Stuart Fox Association, Phone Number (847) 831-8822
  • Property managed by Fox Management Group
  • Lock-and-Leave Community

Amenities

  • Building Patio
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 125 lbs
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Resident Manager or Management On Site

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,098

Year Built

Built in 1928 | Remodeled in 2007

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$507 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,Courtyard
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 1
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,Courtyard
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Age: 91-100 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
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 4
  • Year Renovated: 2007

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Other Equipment: Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s), Security Cameras
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Stories Total: 4
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • List Price: 269000
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Waterfront: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Off Site, Leased, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Highest Parking Fee: 250
  • Lowest Parking Fee: 250

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Washer Hookup, In Unit, In Kitchen
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 507
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Storage, Security Door Lock(s), Patio
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Fox Management Group
  • Management Contact Name: Stuart Fox
  • Management Phone: 847-831-8822

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Gas, Insurance, TV/Cable, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: Greeley Elementary School
  • High School: Lake View High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Greeley Elementary School
  • Middle/Junior School District: 299

Lot Info

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

Rental Info

  • Lease Amount: 250
  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: No
  • Max Pet Weight: 125

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3098.09
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 50

Map

Range of Values:

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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
2024 $3,098 $22,858 $3,253 $19,605
2023 $2,999 $18,000 $2,908 $15,092
2022 $2,999 $18,000 $2,908 $15,092
2021 $2,950 $17,999 $2,907 $15,092
2020 $3,354 $18,157 $1,817 $16,340
2019 $3,332 $20,013 $1,817 $18,196
2018 $3,275 $20,013 $1,817 $18,196
2017 $2,527 $15,114 $1,599 $13,515
2016 $2,527 $15,114 $1,599 $13,515
2015 $2,289 $15,114 $1,599 $13,515
2014 $2,925 $18,334 $1,235 $17,099
2013 $2,856 $18,334 $1,235 $17,099
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/02/2025 09/02/25 For Sale $269,000 +39.4% --
08/31/2012 08/31/12 Sold $193,000 -1.0% $193 / Sq Ft
07/16/2012 07/16/12 Pending -- -- --
07/13/2012 07/13/12 For Sale $195,000 -- $195 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- Weber Jacqueline A
Warranty Deed $193,000 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed $243,000 First American Title
Warranty Deed $168,000 Lawyers Title Insurance Corp
Warranty Deed $118,500 --
Warranty Deed $107,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $173,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $197,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $194,400 Unknown
Previous Owner $175,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $159,000 Balloon
Previous Owner $142,800 No Value Available
Previous Owner $112,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $100,700 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12455216

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 14-21-106-036-1002