Excellent location on highly coveted historic tree-lined Jackson Boulevard. Across the street to WhitneyYoung; a short walk to the Skinner School. Drive downtown in minutes; walk to the United Center. This 1883 red brick Queen Anne house combines the history of yesteryear with the modern conveniences of a renovated kitchen and baths. Six fireplaces on four floors of living space. Immediately upon entering the house, you are greeted by a foyer with intricately carved full length mirror frame with an arch to the high ceiling living room to the left and a wide banistered staircase to the right. A dining room, separated from the living room by a 20' wood arch, a powder room and a kitchen with upgraded appliances, beveled granite countertops and a painted tin ceiling with a breakfast nook area with direct access to the backyard completes the main floor. Fireplaces in both LR/DR. The second floor has the main bedroom with fireplace, walk in closet, and full bath with double sink, rain and standard showerheads and frameless glass. Second floor has sizeable second bedroom with fireplace and adjacent bath with clawfoot tub along with ample closets and hallways with storage and washer/dryer leading to small outside deck. Third floor has a bedroom with skylights and a sauna, a newly remodeled bath with walk in shower and tile walls and floor; a small bonus room that could be a gym or office; and a large room with fireplace, skylight and cherry custom cabinetry that is currently used as a family room. Newly landscaped backyard is on 188" foot deep lot with detached 2 car garage, and includes both stone patio area and sport court. Garden apartment is 1500 sq. ft. with a LR/DR area with fireplace, open kitchen, renovated full bath, powder room, washer/dryer, one bedroom and an office with separate private entrances in front and back, that can be rented. Do not miss this opportunity to own history on the most coveted block in the West Loop.
Listed by Nicholas Colagiovanni• Baird & Warner
Bought with Fadi Matalka• Mark Allen Realty, LLC
Redfin checked: just now (Sept 23, 2023 at 1:26am)
•Source:MRED #11125001
Home facts
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Baths
4 full, 2 partial
Year Built
1883
Community
CHI - Near West Side
Lot Size
4,647 Sq. Ft.
Price insights
Redfin Estimate
$1,901,811
Buyer’s Agent Commission
2.5%
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$1,901,811
+$232K since sold in 2021 • Last updated 09/23/2023 1:27 am
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Transportation near 1505 W Jackson Blvd
86/100
Very walkable
Walk Score®
77/100
Excellent transit
Transit Score®
94/100
Biker's paradise
Bike Score®
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Risk Factor
Flood Factor - Minimal
Unlikely to flood in next 30 years
Fire Factor - Minimal
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
Heat Factor - Moderate
7 days above 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
Wind Factor - Minor
2% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Real estate market insights for 1505 W Jackson Blvd
Frequently asked questions for 1505 W Jackson Blvd
What is 1505 W Jackson Blvd?
1505 W Jackson Blvd is a house on a 4,647 square foot lot with 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. This home is currently off market - it last sold on July 27, 2021 for $1,670,000
How many photos are available for this home?
Redfin has 47 photos of 1505 W Jackson Blvd.
How much is this home worth?
Based on Redfin's Chicago data, we estimate the home's value is $1,901,811
When was this home built and last sold?
1505 W Jackson Blvd was built in 1883 and last sold on July 27, 2021 for $1,670,000.
What is the rental estimate for this home?
We estimate that 1505 W Jackson Blvd would rent for between $7,478 and $8,551.
How competitive is the market for this home?
Based on Redfin's market data from the past 3 months, we calculate that market competition in West Loop, this home's neighborhood, is somewhat competitive. Homes sell for around list price and go pending in around 58 days. Hot homes can sell for about 3% above list price and go pending in around 37 days. Compared to nearby markets, West Loop is more competitive than Lincoln Park and less competitive than Lake View.
The full address for this home is 1505 West Jackson Boulevard, Chicago, Illinois 60607.
What's the housing market like in West Side?
The West Side housing market is somewhat competitive. Homes in West Side receive 2 offers on average and sell in around 63.5 days. The median sale price of a home in West Side was $340K last month, down 2.9% since last year. The median sale price per square foot in West Side is $237, up 5.1% since last year.