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$469,000

553 Aldine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
2 Beds2 Baths0 sqft41 days
553 Aldine Avenue·Chicago, IL 60657
2Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1914Year Built
About This Home

FIRST TIME UNIT ON MARKET SINCE CONVERSION - ARTS & CRAFTS STYLING DEFINES THIS WELL UPDATED VINTAGE UNIT IN EAST LAKEVIEW, A SOUGHT-AFTER LOCATION STEPS FOR ALL THAT LAKE VIEW OFFERS - THE LAKEFRONT, THE PARK, RESTAURANTS, SHOPPING, ENTERTAINMENT AND MORE! ENTER THE BUILDING THROUGH THE ELEGANT, SECURED FOYER/STAIRCASE. THE HANDSOME CRAFTED DOOR OPENS TO A RECEPTION HALL AND A GRACIOUS GALLERY. TO THE LEFT IS THE SPACIOUS LIVING ROOM WITH A GAS-BURNING GLOWING FIREPLACE ACCENTED BY BUILT-IN DISPLAY SHELFING, AND TRACK LIGHTING. THE ROOM IS FLOODED WITH NATURAL LIGHT STREAMING IN THROUGH THE SUNROOM. NOTICE THE ENORMOUS WALL OF WINDOWS OVERLOOKING TREELINED ALDINE. AS YOU RETURN TO THE GALLERY ITS EXTRA WIDTH AND LENGTH ALLOW FOR A RECEPTION TABLE AS WELL AS ARTWORK DISPLAY. AHEAD IS THE FORMAL DINING ROOM WITH ITS VINTAGE BUFFET. TO THE RIGHT IS AN ADDED WALK-IN CLOSET. BEFORE ENTERING THE KITCHEN TAKE A PEEK INTO THE POWDER ROOM WHICH ALSO HAS A WINDOW, AN ENHANCEMENT INSTALLED BY THE CURRENT OWNERS - THE FEW UNITS IN THE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION THAT HAVE THIS ADDITIONAL BATH. ALL OF THIS GRACIOUS PUBLIC SPACE IS INVITING FOR ENTERTAINING BOTH LARGE EVENTS OR MORE INTIMATE GATHERINGS. THE KITCHEN'S MISSION-STYLE WHITE CABINETS ARE APPROPRIATE FOR THIS HOME. EVEN BETTER IS THE VIKING FIVE-BURNER STOVE/OVEN AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES. ADD YOUR PERSONAL TOUCH WITH NEW COUNTERTOPS TO CREATE A GOURMET CHEF'S DELIGHT. OPEN THE REAR DOOR TO THE OVERSIZED, PRIVATE DECK WITH AMPLE ROOM FOR A LARGE TABLE, SEATING, AND PLANTS, ALL WITH A VIEW OF THE RECENTLY LANDSCAPED SHARED GARDEN WITH FIREPIT. THE MASTER BEDRROM ACCESSED THROUGH THE GALLERY IS NICELY SIZED WITH AN ORGANIZED CLOSET. THE FULL UPDATED BATH IS ACROSS THE HALL WITH A SOAKING TUB AND THE STACKABLE IN-UNIT LAUNDRY. THE SECOND BEDROOM, CURRENTLY FUNCTIONS AS A DEN/OFFICE WITH A PULL-OUT GUEST SOFA IS LOCATED OFF OF THE KITCHEN. ALL OF THE DOORS HAVE BEEN RESTORED TO THEIR ORIGINAL BEAUTY. THE HOME IS READY FOR THE DECOR THAT REFLECTS YOUR CONTEMPORARY OR TRADITIONAL TASTE. A PRIVATE STORAGE LOCKER, BIKE ROOM AND LAUNDRY FACILITIES ARE AVAIABLE IN THE HIGH BASEMENT. UP TO SIX-MONTH RENTAL PARKING AT A NEIGHBORING LOT ON A LEASED BASIS. LOW ASSESSMENTS INCLUDE PROFESSIONAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES, HEAT, CLEANING SERVICES, SNOW REMOVAL, AND COMMON ELEMENT MAINTENANCE. NO INVESTORS ALLOWED. THE RIGHT LOCATION, THE RIGHT HOME, THE RIGHT LIFESTYLE FOR THE RIGHT OWNER.

MLS# 12265099Listed January 7, 2025Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms2
Total Bathrooms2
Full Baths1
Half Baths1
Total Rooms5

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Stories3
Fireplaces1
Year Built1914
Lot SizeCOMMON

Location

CountyCook
TownshipLake View
Zip Code60657

Financial

List Price$469,000
Annual Taxes (2023)$5,208
Monthly Tax Est.$434
Parcel #14213120481009
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorDisposal

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

SteamRadiator(s)

Cooling

Wall Unit(s)

Basement

None

Laundry

In UnitCommon AreaIn Bathroom

Fireplace

Gas Log
Exterior & Lot

Construction

BrickStone

Roof

Rubber

Patio & Porch

Deck

Lot Features

Common Grounds
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public SewerStorm Sewer

Water Source

Lake MichiganPublic

Electric

Circuit Breakers

Parking

Off SiteLeased
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$422
Monthly

HOA Includes

HeatWaterGasInsuranceExterior MaintenanceScavengerSnow Removal

Association Amenities

Bike Room/Bike TrailsCoin LaundryStorageSundeckSecurity Door Lock(s)
Schools
Elementary
Nettelhorst Elementary School
District: 299
Middle School
Nettelhorst Elementary School
District: 299
High School
Lake View High School
District: 299
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$5,208
Tax Year 2023
Monthly Tax Est.
$434
per month
Property Location

553 Aldine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657 — Cook County

$469,000
553 Aldine Avenue
2 bd2 ba0 sqft
VL
Vittoria Logli
Top Glenview Agent

IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
41 days on market
1 fireplace
COMMON
$5,208/yr taxes
$422 HOA (monthly)
$3,321
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$2,465/mo
Property Tax
$434/mo
HOA
$422/mo
$469,000
20% — $93,800
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$375,200
Down Payment
$93,800

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Agent: Peter Tortorello
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