
653 W Melrose St Unit 1S Chicago, IL 60657
Lakeview East NeighborhoodHighlights
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Balcony
- Nettelhorst Elementary School Rated A-
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Intercom
About This Home
As of October 2024Charming East Lakeview duplex. 3 bedroom, 2 bath with 3 outdoor spaces, sunny east and west exposures. This practical and well-located home features hardwood floors on main foor, a cozy foyer, nicely updated kitchen cabinets, stainless appliances and wood-burning fireplace. Extra storage and bike storage are available in common. Vintage-style, professionally managed, intimate 18-unit walk-up with reasonable HOA expenses. Located near East Lakeview's shopping, dining and public transit. A short distance to Lake Michigan or Wrigley Field and close to Nettelhorst, this home is a rare find in a prime location.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475155175 Listed on: 06/14/2024

Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,168
Year Built
- 1917
HOA Fees
- $649 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Storage
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Home Security System
- Intercom
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Schools
- Nettelhorst Elementary School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include water, insurance, exterior maintenance, scavenger, snow removal
- 18 Units
- Association Phone (773) 477-9141
- Property managed by Cagan Management
Amenities
- Community Storage Space
Recreation
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Storm Screens
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
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
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
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Chicago, IL
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $413,000 | None Listed On Document | |
Warranty Deed | $390,000 | Jp Title Guaranty Inc | |
Warranty Deed | $406,000 | Ct | |
Warranty Deed | $392,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
Warranty Deed | $360,000 | Stewart Title Of Illinois | |
Trustee Deed | $195,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $400,610 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $284,200 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $216,550 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $236,330 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $242,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
Previous Owner | $320,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $203,850 | No Value Available | |
Previous Owner | $155,750 | No Value Available |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
10/11/2024 10/11/24 | Sold | $413,000 | -3.7% | -- |
09/04/2024 09/04/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/26/2024 07/26/24 | Price Changed | $429,000 | -4.5% | -- |
07/11/2024 07/11/24 | Price Changed | $449,000 | -2.2% | -- |
06/20/2024 06/20/24 | Price Changed | $459,000 | -8.0% | -- |
06/14/2024 06/14/24 | For Sale | $499,000 | 0.0% | -- |
06/26/2023 06/26/23 | Rented | $3,300 | 0.0% | -- |
06/01/2023 06/01/23 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
05/26/2023 05/26/23 | For Rent | $3,300 | +15.8% | -- |
05/27/2021 05/27/21 | Rented | $2,850 | -1.7% | -- |
05/04/2021 05/04/21 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
04/16/2021 04/16/21 | For Rent | $2,900 | 0.0% | -- |
07/24/2015 07/24/15 | Sold | $406,000 | +1.8% | -- |
05/28/2015 05/28/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
05/16/2015 05/16/15 | For Sale | $399,000 | -- | -- |
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 | $8,168 | $39,777 | $13,506 | $26,271 |
2023 | $8,168 | $39,715 | $10,892 | $28,823 |
2022 | $8,168 | $39,715 | $10,892 | $28,823 |
2021 | $7,986 | $39,714 | $10,891 | $28,823 |
2020 | $7,336 | $32,929 | $4,792 | $28,137 |
2019 | $7,233 | $36,003 | $4,792 | $31,211 |
2018 | $7,112 | $36,003 | $4,792 | $31,211 |
2017 | $6,736 | $34,666 | $4,211 | $30,455 |
2016 | $6,443 | $34,666 | $4,211 | $30,455 |
2015 | $5,872 | $34,666 | $4,211 | $30,455 |
2014 | $4,963 | $29,319 | $3,449 | $25,870 |
2013 | $5,332 | $29,319 | $3,449 | $25,870 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2024
Michael Ritchie
@ Properties
(608) 883-2292
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2024
Matt Laricy
Americorp, Ltd
(708) 250-2696
136 in this area
2,484 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2023
Valerie Agosto
Cagan's Realty, Inc.
(773) 430-5307
1 in this area
93 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2023
Jordyn Sims
The Apartment Source
(800) 991-6092
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Zoe Szumal
@ Properties
(773) 230-2861
3 in this area
34 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2015
Mark Baetzel
@ Properties
(773) 968-0210
2 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12079493

APN: 14-21-313-064-1006
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