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$1,250,000

915 Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
5 Beds4 Baths2,950 sqft7 days
915 Lawrence Avenue·Chicago, IL 60640
5Bedrooms
4Bathrooms
2,950Sq Ft
1993Year Built
About This Home

One of Chicago's most distinctive architectural residences is tucked within the heart of Uptown An Architectural Masterpiece being offered for sale for the first time since creation. This extraordinary home was designed by architect Kevin Lee Sarring as a deeply personal expression of Eastern tradition and Western modernism. The home was conceived as a sanctuary-an intentional confluence of architecture, nature, light, and tranquility. A granite-floored entry introduces the home that unfolds inward around its breathtaking centerpiece: a glass-enclosed Japanese-inspired garden designed by landscape architect Bill Miller. A raked-stone "dry river" winds through ferns, moss, bamboo, and pine creating a remarkable sense of serenity and privacy. As daylight fades, recessed soffit lighting gently illuminates the garden, transforming it into an ever-changing work of art visible from throughout the home. The residence's Western living spaces provide a striking counterpoint. An expansive open-concept living and dining area is anchored by a monumental freestanding Mankato stone fireplace, creating a dramatic yet inviting gathering space. Eight skylights introduce abundant natural light from above, while the thoughtful relationship between the interior and central garden creates an extraordinary sense of openness, flow, and radiance. More than a home, this is a study in balance and intentional design. Every space was carefully considered to create a feeling of harmony between the built environment and the natural world-an architectural experience that is both sophisticated and deeply peaceful. The location further enhances its appeal. Just minutes from Montrose Beach, blocks from Broadway, and Uptown's Natural Area, the property offers an uncommon combination of secluded sanctuary and vibrant city living, with the lakefront, neighborhood amenities, dining, entertainment, and transportation all close at hand. The property occupies a double lot, adding another dimension to this exceptional offering. A singular piece of Chicago architecture-where Eastern philosophy, Western design, nature, and opportunity converge.

MLS# 12761851Listed September 21, 2026Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms5
Total Bathrooms4
Full Baths3
Half Baths1
Total Rooms9

Size & Structure

Living Area2,950 sqft
Fireplaces1
Year Built1993
Lot Size4950

Location

CountyCook
TownshipLake View
Zip Code60640

Financial

List Price$1,250,000
Price / Sq Ft$424
Annual Taxes (2024)$18,780
Monthly Tax Est.$1,565
Parcel #14172050070000
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorFreezerWasherDryerDisposal

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central AirZoned

Basement

UnfinishedFull

Laundry

In Unit

Fireplace

Double SidedFree Standing
Exterior & Lot

Construction

StoneCombination

Roof

Metal

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Patio & Porch

Deck
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake MichiganPublic

Electric

Circuit Breakers

Parking

Off AlleyUnassignedOn StreetAlley AccessYesOwned
HOA & Community

HOA Includes

None

Community Features

CurbsGatedSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Courtenay Elementary School Lang
District: 299
Middle School
Courtenay Elementary School Lang
District: 299
High School
Senn High School
District: 299
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$18,780
Tax Year 2024
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,565
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$424
per square foot
Property Location

915 Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640 — Cook County

$1,250,000
$424 / sqft
915 Lawrence Avenue
5 bd4 ba2,950 sqft
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
7 days on market
1 fireplace
4950
$18,780/yr taxes
$8,134
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$6,569/mo
Property Tax
$1,565/mo
$1,250,000
20% — $250,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$1,000,000
Down Payment
$250,000

* 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: Nicolas Iosco
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