Two bedroom plus den townhome with prime West Loop location and contemporary finishes. The first floor den with full bathroom is the perfect work from home setup and could be converted to a third bedroom. Bright and spacious living area is filled with natural light from the large windows centered around a gas fireplace with hardwood floors throughout. Open concept living area offers a seamless flow from the living to dining area, perfect for entertaining. The updated kitchen features custom white cabinetry with plenty of storage, chic backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Large primary bedroom with dual closets and completely updated ensuite bathroom. Spacious second bedroom has ample closet space and updated guest bath. Top floor bonus space with slider doors to the private rooftop deck. Side by side washer and dryer. Attached oversized single car garage provides tons of extra storage space. Excellent location near Chicago's best dining spots, entertainment, parks and conveniences.
TownhomeProperty Type
2000Year Built
940 sq ftLot Size
$452Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Nadine Ferrata• Compass
Bought with Adrien Bellagio• Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12209086
Redfin Estimate
$811,191
$156K since sold in March 2025$32K since September
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This home's estimate is 1.5% higher than the average sale price ($799K) of 5 comparable homes.
Two bedroom plus den townhome with prime West Loop location and contemporary finishes. The first floor den with full bathroom is the perfect work from home setup and could be converted to a third bedroom. Bright and spacious living area is filled with natural light from the large windows centered around a gas fireplace with hardwood floors throughout. Open concept living area offers a seamless flow from the living to dining area, perfect for entertaining. The updated kitchen features custom white cabinetry with plenty of storage, chic backsplash, and stainless steel appliances. Large primary bedroom with dual closets and completely updated ensuite bathroom. Spacious second bedroom has ample closet space and updated guest bath. Top floor bonus space with slider doors to the private rooftop deck. Side by side washer and dryer. Attached oversized single car garage provides tons of extra storage space. Excellent location near Chicago's best dining spots, entertainment, parks and conveniences.
MRED #12115769
Nov 13, 2024
Rental Removed
$3,900
$2/sq ft
Oct 23, 2024
Price Changed
$3,900
$2/sq ft
Sep 25, 2024
Price Changed
$4,000
$2/sq ft
Aug 8, 2024
Price Changed
$4,200
$2/sq ft
Jul 19, 2024
Listed for Rent
$4,300
$2/sq ft
MRED #12073123
Jul 19, 2024
Rental Removed
$4,500
$3/sq ft
Jun 4, 2024
Listed for Rent
$4,500
$3/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 27, 2002
Sold
$340,500
$190/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,032 (+2.6%)
$5,828 + $67,172
$73,000
2022
$14,653 (+2.3%)
$4,700 + $66,300
$71,000
2021
$14,324 (+8.3%)
$4,700 + $66,300
$71,000
2020
$13,224 (+0.9%)
$3,196 + $55,971
$59,167
2019
$13,107 (+1.7%)
$3,196 + $61,823
$65,019
2018
$12,885 (+32.7%)
$3,196 + $61,823
$65,019
2017
$9,712 (+7.8%)
$2,820 + $42,139
$44,959
2016
$9,005 (+9.3%)
$2,820 + $42,139
$44,959
2015
$8,238 (+18.7%)
$2,820 + $42,139
$44,959
2014
$6,940 (+2.0%)
$2,350 + $35,055
$37,405
2013
$6,803 (+1.4%)
$2,350 + $35,055
$37,405
2012
$6,712 (+3.3%)
$2,350 + $35,055
$37,405
2011
$6,497 (−0.4%)
$3,196 + $36,896
$40,092
2010
$6,524 (+4.4%)
$3,196 + $36,896
$40,092
2009
$6,252 (−14.5%)
$3,196 + $36,896
$40,092
2008
$7,308 (+1.0%)
$5,452 + $45,496
$50,948
2007
$7,236
$5,452 + $45,496
$50,948
Tax history for 1253 W Cottage Pl
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$15,032 (+2.6%)
$5,828 + $67,172
$73,000
2022
$14,653 (+2.3%)
$4,700 + $66,300
$71,000
2021
$14,324 (+8.3%)
$4,700 + $66,300
$71,000
2020
$13,224 (+0.9%)
$3,196 + $55,971
$59,167
2019
$13,107 (+1.7%)
$3,196 + $61,823
$65,019
2018
$12,885 (+32.7%)
$3,196 + $61,823
$65,019
2017
$9,712 (+7.8%)
$2,820 + $42,139
$44,959
2016
$9,005 (+9.3%)
$2,820 + $42,139
$44,959
2015
$8,238 (+18.7%)
$2,820 + $42,139
$44,959
2014
$6,940 (+2.0%)
$2,350 + $35,055
$37,405
2013
$6,803 (+1.4%)
$2,350 + $35,055
$37,405
2012
$6,712 (+3.3%)
$2,350 + $35,055
$37,405
2011
$6,497 (−0.4%)
$3,196 + $36,896
$40,092
2010
$6,524 (+4.4%)
$3,196 + $36,896
$40,092
2009
$6,252 (−14.5%)
$3,196 + $36,896
$40,092
2008
$7,308 (+1.0%)
$5,452 + $45,496
$50,948
2007
$7,236
$5,452 + $45,496
$50,948
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
RM-5
Residential Multi-Unit District 5
The RM5 districts are intended to accommodate multi-unit residential buildings. The RM5 district differs from the RM5.5 district only in terms of the maximum building height allowed. Applicable height limits in RM5 generally limit buildings to a maximum of 3.5 to 4 stories structures.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Bed & breakfast
Educational / school
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Finish: Unfinished
Basement Type: Slab
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 3
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Warm Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Modern
Exterior Wall: Masonry
Building Type: Row Type
Property Information
Subdivision Name: REES & RUCKERS
Living Sq. Ft: 1,794
# of Stories: 3
Stories Type: 3
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 940
Legal Lot Number: 25-29
Acres: 0.0216
County Use Description: RESID ROW/TOWNHOUSE
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,794
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 940 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 17171130580000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Skinner Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
8/10
Wells Community Academy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$771,000 – $933,000
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