1201 E 56th Street, Chicago, IL 60637

Chicago
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1201 E 56th Street,Chicago, IL 60637
$1,649,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,564 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: robert sullivan
Office: berkshire hathaway homeservices chicago
MLS#:12575802
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$1,649,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$462.68

About this home

Designed by the well-known Prairie School architects Tallmadge & Watson, this spectacular, light-filled family home, just steps from the University of Chicago campus, has been meticulously modernized while preserving a wealth of period detail, including Roman brick fireplaces, incredible oak and birch woodwork, and hardwood floors throughout. The stunning kitchen has been completely renovated and the baths thoughtfully updated. Central a/c. The beautifully designed backyard has parking for 1 to 2 cars.

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Home facts

  • Year built:1908
  • Listing ID #:12575802
  • Updated:April 24, 2026 at 10:52 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:5
  • Total bathrooms:4
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Half bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:10
  • Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
  • Bathrooms Description:Double Sinks, Separate Shower
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, High End Refrigerator, Microwave, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Full, Partially Finished
  • Living area:3,564 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Natural Gas, Steam
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Year built:1908
  • Building area:3,564 sq. ft.
  • Architectural Style:Row House
  • Levels:3 Story

Schools

  • Elementary school:Ray Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$1,649,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$462.68
  • Tax amount:$33,052 (2024)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:1
  • Parking description:Off Street
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