5414 N Lakewood Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60640

$1,575,000
6
BD
3
Full Baths
1
Half Bath
3,600
SqFt

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Sold Price
$1,575,000
List Price
$1,575,000
Closing Date
May 31, 2024
MLS#
11984626
Status
CLOSED
Type
Single Family Residential
Subtype
Residential
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
4
Living Area
3,600
County
Cook
City
Chicago
Neighborhood
Lakewood - Balmoral
Days On Market
53

Property Description

Stunning Victorian home on a 37.5' X 123' lot has 6 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 9.6' ceilings and central air. Enter into the grand inlaid wood entryway that once held a baby grand piano. Adjacent is a cozy sitting room complete with a wood burning, gas starting fireplace with stainless steel lined chimney. Beautiful pocket doors reveal a large formal dining room that leads to a light filled modern open kitchen that has 2 garbage disposables, a breakfast bar, lots of counter space, newer Viking stainless appliances, next to a casual dining area and family room overlooking the spacious back and side porches, sliding glass doors, and beautiful back yard. Don't miss the barrel skylight newly lined with beadboard, and the clever sundial! So amazing! Original bannisters, and stained-glass windows lead to the second floor (hardwood under carpeting) and 4 bedrooms, full bath and original transoms. The primary suite rests on the quiet third floor. Renderings for a second floor primary suite are in photos and under Additional Information. There are so many improvements! 1996 rehab added new electric and plumbing; 2019:Viking appliances, finished lower level with 6th bedroom, full bath, sump pump, new water line to the street, laundry room and wine closet. There is still a large room for storage and mechanicals. New tear off roof 2019; 2020 added an electric air filter dual system, Omnifilt water filter system, and the exterior of the house was painted. For those familiar with Historic Lakewood Balmoral, you know that the 5400 block of Lakewood is the premier neighborhood location with grander homes and larger lots. Easy access to the lake and Andersonville's restaurants, plus the top-rated Peirce Elementary School. Several private schools are nearby. Our historically friendly neighborhood is known for its block parties, active community organizations, and generous outreach to those in need.

Additional Information

School District
299
Elementary School
Peirce Elementary School Intl St
High School
Senn Achievement Academy High Sc
Subdivision
Lakewood Balmoral
Corporate Limits
Chicago
Tax Year
2022
Tax Exemptions
Homeowner, Senior
Tax Amount
$19,074
Frequency
Not Applicable
Year Built
1891
Exterior Property Features
Balcony
Exposure
North, South, East
Lot Dimensions
37.5 X 123
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Sewer
Public Sewer
Interior Property Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Interior Fireplaces
1
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Basement
Yes

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