1236 N State Parkway, Chicago, Illinois 60610
- $2,975,000
- 5
- BD
- 3
- Full Baths
- 1
- Half Bath
- 3,143
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $2,975,000
- List Price
- $2,975,000
- Closing Date
- Aug 27, 2025
- MLS#
- 12392221
- Status
- CLOSED
- Type
- Single Family Residential
- Subtype
- Residential
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Living Area
- 3,143
- County
- Cook
- City
- Chicago
- Neighborhood
- Gold Coast
- Days On Market
- 1
Property Description
This jewel of design, classic row home in Chicago's sought-after Gold Coast sits on a tree-lined street, boasting five bedrooms + den, three and a half baths, and four fireplaces throughout. Built in the late 19th century, the limestone residence is placed in a block of nine known as the Fairbank Row Houses named after a high-society couple, Kellogg and Janet Ayer Fairbank. The pair lived in one of the residences and likely owned others. Prolific architect David Adler also lived in one of the homes as a newlywed; he may even be the reason steps that originally led from the sidewalk to the homes' second level were eventually removed. Given its historical status, this incredibly updated estate benefits from a select homeowner tax exemption. Greeted by a gated, well-manicured garden and first-class foyer, soaring bay windows and French doors to a grand patio send light throughout the generously-sized living spaces. The eat-in kitchen features herringbone flooring, a built-in electric fireplace, an in-island Sharp drawer microwave, a top-of-the-line Thermador oven, stainless steel Kohler refrigerator, and access to a mudroom creating two entrances to the impressive, private patio pristinely built for indoor/outdoor living. The second floor of the estate continues expansive ceiling height, deep crown moldings, and hardwood flooring, beginning with a laddered wet bar equipped with a built-in icemaker and combined, half-beverage half-wine cooler. The neighboring library with its own wood-burning fireplace and custom built-in bookshelves creates a relaxing space that remains flooded in light by floor-to-ceiling windows. Adjoined is a second-level great room that mirrors the bay windows of the lower level, also featuring a wood-burning fireplace and large scale, double-door entrances with unique and charming fixtures. The primary suite is located on the third level, featuring iconic shutters on its bay windows, a walk-in closet with well appointed, custom built-in organization systems, and a marble mantle fireplace. The marble-floored primary bath's highlights include heated floors, a heated towel bar, and a Riobel soaking tub, Rainshower, and double sinks set in smooth marble to create ease of living. An expansive secondary suite with full bath furnished with a Grohe faucet and shower also joins this floor. The final, fourth level is a retreat of three more bedrooms and a den. All full baths feature heated, marble flooring, marble countertops, and towel racks for luxurious, spa experiences on the day to day. The uppermost bath also has a stunning skylight, flooding the high-ceiled space in sunlight. Enhancing everyday life is a 2-car garage, laundry on the third floor with LG's bright red stackable system for ease of access, full basement, two HVAC systems, radiant heating throughout, and a NuTone intercom system sustaining connection throughout the estate. Offering a prime location and appointed for great comfort, this gem of a home is ready for blissful living.
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Additional Information
- School District
- 299
- Corporate Limits
- Chicago
- Tax Year
- 2023
- Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner
- Tax Amount
- $56,596
- Frequency
- Not Applicable
- Year Built
- 1875
- Exposure
- East, West, City
- Lot Dimensions
- 22.5 X 130.7
- Lot Size Range
- Less Than .25 Acre
- Garage Spaces
- 2
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- Parking Details
- Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Air Conditioning
- Central Air, Zoned, Electric
- Heating
- Natural Gas
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Interior Property Features
- Wet Bar
- Interior Fireplaces
- 4
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 1
- Basement
- Yes
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