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4545 S Drexel Boulevard Unit 3F

Chicago, IL 60653

2 beds
2 baths
1,600 sqft
$171 per sqft
– on site

Glorious 2 bed/2 bath duplex up in the Observatory Condominiums, a Chicago historic landmark. The property includes 20 units total inside a stone mansion and adjoining former school. This unit, 3F, is in the School (entrance on 46th Street side of the property) on the 3rd and 4th floors, where each floor has an entrance into the unit. This building has an elevator which was recently restored. Be welcomed into the magnificent living room with high concrete ceilings, hardwood floors with electric fireplace which will heat up the room on cool nights and days. There is a large closet that can store coats, boxes, luggage and more! The sunny kitchen has cherry cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. Inside the utility closet there is a brand new furnace installed in Aug 2024 for energy efficiency (heating and cooling/central A/C), stacked washer and dryer and pantry shelving for storage. Nest thermostat allows for remote control access with temperature. Upstairs in the large primary bedroom has an astounding walk-in closet. The primary bath has a double sink vanity set into a cherry cabinet with drawers and cabinet space. The professionally landscaped, gated grounds have mature trees and benches for enjoying the private outdoor space. It is in a terrific location. This gem is blocks away from beautiful Lake Michigan! Access to the lakefront is effortless-either by the newly built pedestrian bridges or by the 47th St bridge. Walk score shows that it is very walkable and bikeable with great transit options. There is a shopping corridor on 47th St which boasts retail and dining options. Close by is the 53rd St entertainment center with great shopping and restaurants. Mariano's, Whole Foods and Trader Joe's are just minutes away. DuSable Lakeshore Drive (~1 mile) and the Dan Ryan Expressway (2 miles) and ~25 mins to Midway Airport. Mandrake Park is a few blocks north with a running track, great for exercise or a leisurely walk. Pet friendly community. A deeded parking space is included inside the gated and secured parking lot. The school has a new roof, houses 12 condo units and nicely maintained.

Listing courtesy of MRED / @properties Christie's International Real Estate as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12261710 —

The Building

Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Basement:

None
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Stories Total:

4
Living Area Source:

Estimated

Interior

Room Type:

Walk In Closet
Rooms Total:

5
Interior Features:

Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Laundry Hook-Up in Unit, Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 10 Foot, Open Floorplan, Some Carpeting, Some Window Treatment, Some Wood Floors, Granite Counters
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Electric
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1600

Location

Directions:

47th and Drexel - North to Property - entrance on 46th Street
Location:

16379
Location:

17665

The Property

Parcel Number:

20023120511017
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Size Dimensions:

COMMON
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

true

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

3003.29

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Bedrooms Possible:

2

Baths

Baths:

2
Full Baths:

2

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Schools

Elementary School District:

299
Middle Or Junior School District:

299
High School District:

299

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Observatory Condominiums
Pets Allowed:

Cats OK, Dogs OK
Association Amenities:

Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator(s), Ceiling Fan
Association Fee:

415
Association Fee Includes:

Water, Parking, Insurance, Security, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

1
Parking Features:

Assigned, Parking Lot, Secured
Parking Onsite:

Yes
Parking Ownership:

N/A

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$274,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,472
Taxes	$250
Insurance	$75
HOA fees	$415
Utilities	N/A
Total	$2,212/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
2/3/25 Feb 3, 2025	Pending	MRED	$274,900
1/27/25 Jan 27, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$274,900

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This condo located in South Side, Chicago, IL 60653 is currently pending sale for $274,900. 4545 S Drexel Boulevard Unit 3F is a 1,600 square foot condo with 2 beds and 2 baths that has been on Estately for 64 days. 4545 S Drexel Boulevard Unit 3F is in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago and has a WalkScore® of 75, making it very walkable. This condo is in the attendance area of Dyett High School and Robinson Elementary School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, @properties Christie's International Real Estate, and Lisa Foster as distributed by MLS GRID.

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