ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACTPrice Reduced

$1,000,000

$1,600,000
1242 Lake Shore,Chicago, IL 60611
4 Beds5 Baths0 sqft732 days on market
1242 Lake Shore·Chicago, IL 60611
4Bedrooms
5Bathrooms
0Sq Ft
1920Year Built

About This Home

Huge 5327 sf duplex home with a 200+ sf terrace. Former home of Samuel Insul and Ray Kroc- offers panoramic wrap around views of lake and city. Home needs some updating but is priced accordingly. Amazing mural commissioned by Ray and Joan Kroc graces the circular stairway that leads to the second floor. Wood burning fireplace in the living room. Huge modern kitchen and a breakfast room with a wonderful lake view from the built-in banquette. Great home for entertaining and large enough for a family. Parking options close by.

MLS# MRD11978074Listed February 23, 2024Residential

Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms4
Total Bathrooms5
Full Baths4
Half Baths1
Total Rooms11

Size & Structure

Living Area0 sqft
Stories27
Fireplaces1
Year Built1920
Lot SizeCOMMON

Location

CountyCook
TownshipNorth Chicago
Zip Code60611

Financial

List Price$1,000,000
Original Price$1,600,000
Annual Taxes (2022)$22,332
Monthly Tax Est.$1,861
Parcel #17031110050000

Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer

Heating

Natural GasSteam

Cooling

Central AirZoned

Basement

None

Fireplace

Wood Burning

Exterior & Lot

Construction Materials

Brick

Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

HOA & Community

HOA Fee
$5,319
Monthly

HOA Includes

HeatWaterInsuranceSecurityDoormanExercise FacilitiesExterior MaintenanceScavengerSnow Removal

Tax & Financial Info

Annual Taxes
$22,332
Tax Year 2022
Monthly Tax Est.
$1,861
per month
Price Reduced by $600,000
Original list price: $1,600,000

Property Location

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1242 Lake Shore, Chicago, IL 60611Cook County

$1,000,000
1242 Lake Shore
4 bd5 ba0 sqft
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts

732 days on market
1 fireplace
COMMON
$22,332/yr taxes
$5,319 HOA (monthly)
Price reduced $600,000
$12,435
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$5,255/mo
Property Tax
$1,861/mo
HOA
$5,319/mo
$1,000,000
20% — $200,000
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$800,000
Down Payment
$200,000

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

Listed by
Baird & Warner
Agent: James Kinney
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