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5481 S Cornell Avenue Unit E

Chicago, IL 60615

2 beds
4 baths
1,128 sqft
$438 per sqft
1953 build
– on site

Fully renovated Mid-Century modern townhome in a fabulous Hyde Park location! Near the University of Chicago and lakefront parklands, this this home offers an open floor on the main level with huge windows overlooking a neighborhood park. The unit has beautifully refinished hardwood floors in the living and dining areas, and a new kitchen with stone counter tops and stainless steel appliances. The back door opens to a spacious deck to enjoy on warm summer days. Upstairs are two light-filled bedrooms with mirrored closets and two new baths. Heading to the lower level, this flexible space which can be used a family room or as another bedroom. There is also a full bathroom, utility room with laundry and access to the back yard. As to the practical, this townhome has new wiring, outlets, switches and new electrical panel, new plumbing, new double pane windows, new roof, new exterior doors, new water heater, new washer/dryer, and new lighting fixtures. And one parking space is included. An exciting opportunity to live in East Hyde - a convenient location to transportation and all the amenities the community has to offer. Welcome home!

Listing courtesy of MRED / Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 4, 2025 •

MLS# 12282006 —

The Building

Year Built:

1953
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Basement:

Full
Disability Access:

No
Stories Total:

2
Total SqFt:

1692
Total SqFt:

1692
Main SqFt:

564
Upper SqFt:

564
Lower SqFt:

564
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Deck
Rooms Total:

6
Laundry Features:

In Unit

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1128

Location

Directions:

Exit DuSable Lake Shore Drive southbound at 53rd Street. West to Cornell Avenue, then turn left and proceed southbound. Unit will be on your left just before 55th Street. Street Parking.
Location:

10317

The Property

Parcel Number:

20121130410000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Size Dimensions:

1470
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

6352.33

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Bedrooms Possible:

2

Baths

Baths:

4
Full Baths:

3
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

List Broker Must Accompany

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Schools

Elementary School District:

299
Middle Or Junior School District:

299
High School District:

299

The Community

Pets Allowed:

Cats OK, Dogs OK
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Monthly
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

1
Parking Features:

Off Alley
Parking Onsite:

Yes

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$495,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,650
Taxes	$529
Insurance	$136
Utilities	$126 See report
Total	$3,441/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/4/25 Mar 4, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$495,000

Townhouse For Sale

$495,000

Cost Est.

$3,441/mo.

Listing provided by broker:

Susan O'Connor

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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This townhouse located in South Side, Chicago, IL 60615 is currently for sale for $495,000. 5481 S Cornell Avenue Unit E is a 1,128 square foot townhouse with 2 beds and 4 baths that has been on Estately for 0 days. 5481 S Cornell Avenue Unit E is in the South Side neighborhood of Chicago and has a WalkScore® of 91, making it a walker’s paradise. This townhouse is in the attendance area of Kenwood Academy High School and Bret Harte Elementary School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, and Susan O'Connor as distributed by MLS GRID.

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