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$359,000

853 Carmen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
3 Beds2 Baths0 sqft5 days
853 Carmen Avenue·Chicago, IL 60640
3Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1918Year Built
About This Home

Bright, spacious 3-bedroom condo with oversized bedrooms, hardwood floors throughout, and an open floor plan that lives large. The extra-large living room, with a flexible layout, opens into the separate dining room. All ideal for hosting, with a pass-through window from the kitchen and a built-in buffet with additional storage. The unit offers generous closet space throughout, plus large additional storage in the building. Primary bathroom with an en-suite bathroom. Move-in ready! The updated kitchen features new sleek quartz countertops (2026), a new refrigerator (2026), a newer stove (2022), a dishwasher (2018), and a water filtration system. Windows on all sides of the unit offer a wonderful cross breeze during warmer months. Practical features include an in-unit washer (2026) and dryer, gas forced-air heat, and central A/C for year-round comfort. Location highlights include Lake Michigan 2 blocks away, a scenic park less than half a block from the front door, Mariano's grocery, Montrose Beach, the Lakefront Trail, the lakeside jogging/bike path, and a dog park. Easy transit access: Red and Purple Line trains; buses 147 Express, 136, 146, and 148. Walkable to the best of Uptown, Andersonville, and Edgewater, like the Aragon and Riviera Theaters, Green Mill Lounge, and a strong local dining and nightlife scene. Pet-friendly building.

MLS# 12638016Listed May 28, 2026Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms3
Total Bathrooms2
Full Baths2
Half Baths0
Total Rooms6

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Stories4
Year Built1918
Lot SizeCOMMON

Location

CountyCook
TownshipLake View
Zip Code60640

Financial

List Price$359,000
Annual Taxes (2024)$5,407
Monthly Tax Est.$451
Parcel #14084080381006
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

None

Laundry

Washer HookupIn Unit
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick

Foundation

Brick/Mortar
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Electric

Circuit Breakers
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$568
Monthly

HOA Includes

WaterInsuranceLawn CareScavengerSnow Removal

Association Amenities

Bike Room/Bike TrailsStorage
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$5,407
Tax Year 2024
Monthly Tax Est.
$451
per month
Property Location

853 Carmen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640 — Cook County

$359,000
853 Carmen Avenue
3 bd2 ba0 sqft
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
5 days on market
COMMON
$5,407/yr taxes
$568 HOA (monthly)
$2,905
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$1,887/mo
Property Tax
$451/mo
HOA
$568/mo
$359,000
20% — $71,800
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$287,200
Down Payment
$71,800

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

Listed by
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Agent: Janice Hazlett
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