1049 W Ainslie Street Unit #2, Chicago, Illinois 60640

$480,000
2
BD
1
Full Bath
1,400
SqFt

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Sold Price
$480,000
List Price
$399,000
Closing Date
Jul 14, 2026
MLS#
12678327
Status
CLOSED
Type
Condo
Subtype
Residential
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Living Area
1,400
County
Cook
City
Chicago
Neighborhood
Uptown
Days On Market
5

Property Description

Experience lakeside living in this tasteful vintage rehab condo just a block and a half from Montrose Beach and the 18-mile lakefront path. This approx.1400 sqft corner 2bed/1bath abode boasts 10 ft. ceilings throughout, abundant natural light with north, south, and west exposures, central heating and A/C, in-unit full-sized side by side laundry, a private back deck, and one deeded exterior parking space included in the price. The spacious living room features a beautifully tiled gas fireplace and original wood mantle with built-in shelving. Each bedroom can easily fit a king-sized bed plus additional furniture and both have walk-in closets. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, cabinets galore, and a breakfast bar for two. The adjoining dining area has gorgeous ceiling millwork, exposed brick, and enough space for a 10-person dining table and bar. Enjoy your private back porch right off the dining/kitchen area for a relaxing evening or hosting summer bbqs with friends.This pet-friendly 10-unit building is well-managed and has strong reserves. This unit also comes with its own private storage closet and shared bike storage in the basement. This location can't be beat with all that Uptown has to offer while being close to Andersonville and Edgewater neighborhoods. CTA Argyle stop, Sheridan busses, DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Montrose beach, dog beach, and bird sanctuary all 2 blocks away. Experience Uptown neighborhood favorites like Green Mill, Sun Wah BBQ, Haibayo Coffee, Big Chicks, and amazing Vietnamese restaurants too many to name along Broadway and Argyle. Also close by are iconic concert venues like Aragon Ballroom and the Riviera. For groceries Mariano's, Aldi, and Jewel are all less than a mile away. This is one you don't want to miss!

Additional Information

School District
299
Elementary School
Mccutcheon Elementary School
Middle School
Mccutcheon Elementary School
High School
Senn High School
Corporate Limits
Chicago
Tax Year
2024
Tax Amount
$7,098
Assessment Association Dues
378
Frequency
Monthly
Year Built
1906
Exposure
North, South, West
Lot Dimensions
COMMON
Stories
3
Units
10
Parking Spaces
1
Parking Details
Alley Access, Electric Gate, Secured, Yes, Owned
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pet Weight Limit
999
Common Area Amenities
Storage
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Sewer
Public Sewer
Interior Fireplaces
1
Full Baths
1

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