1653 W North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622
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1653 W North Avenue,Chicago, IL 60622
$1,400,000
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4,204 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by:suzanne gignilliat
Office:@properties christie's international real estate
MLS#:12453449
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$1,400,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$333.02
About this home
Incredible opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind, double-lot home in the heart of Bucktown-perfect for artists, creatives, or anyone seeking a unique live/workspace. Formerly a photo studio and art museum with adjacent living quarters, this 5BR, 3BA single-family home offers bold architectural features and unmatched character throughout. Enter through a private gated entrance with a famous Eduardo Kobra mural into a serene, landscaped urban oasis. The central courtyard-style deck and landscaped yard wrap the home in greenery, creating ideal indoor/outdoor flow. Main-level living includes a dramatic living/dining area with soaring beamed ceilings, a large open kitchen with adjacent family room and double-height ceilings, plus four bedrooms and two full baths. A second-floor addition offers a private bedroom and bath-perfect for guests or a home office. Updated mechanicals and systems, one-car attached garage, and an unfinished basement for storage or expansion. A rare creative retreat in a prime Bucktown location near shops, dining, and transit.
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Home facts
- Year built:1898
- Listing ID #:12453449
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 25, 2025 at 02:41 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:5
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Living area:4,204 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air, Zoned
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant, Solar, Zoned
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1898
- Building area:4,204 sq. ft.
Schools
- High school:Wells Community Academy Senior H
- Middle school:Burr Elementary School
- Elementary school:Burr Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,400,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$333.02
- Tax amount:$39,740 (2023)
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