Situated on a large double lot in Lincoln Park, Chicago's most desirable neighborhood for residential vibes, community values and architectural integrity, 1901 N. Howe St. is a gorgeous, meticulously updated, 7 bed/6 bath single-family home with breadth of space and modern appointments. Inside, a contemporary coastal design unfolds across 8,500 total square feet, beginning with a formal entry that's flanked by a sizable multi-purpose suite and a sun-kissed sitting room. A double pass through elegantly leads to the home's open-concept great room. Here, high ceilings with exposed wood beams and floor-to-ceiling windows accent a freshly remodeled kitchen, living and dining space. The fashionable kitchen stuns with white cabinets, brass hardware, an opalescent tile backsplash, integrated chef's grade appliances, a dine-up island and a pantry, while the adjacent dining area can accommodate an oversize farm table for large-scale entertaining and family meals. The family room features custom built-ins and a gas fireplace. The great room seamlessly connects to the home's impressive outdoor footprint, including a big backyard with privacy fence, a custom deck, and a sports court. Back inside, the second level is accessed by a pair of beautiful staircases. Here, five bedrooms and a sitting area present all on one level, including a peaceful primary suite with dueling walk-in closets, a private terrace, and a spa-like bath with double sinks, a make-up vanity, and a separate tub and shower. (Two of the secondary bedrooms are ensuite, while the other two share a central bath.) The penthouse level is an indoor/outdoor retreat with oversize east- and west-facing IPE decks and a wet bar. Inheritable details throughout include hardwood floors, meticulous millwork, French doors and designer light fixtures. This one-of-a-kind home also features a spacious lower level with rec space, a media area, a guest bedroom or office, a home gym, and a bathroom. Additional amenities include a family-friendly mudroom, two laundry rooms, an attached two-car garage and surplus storage. Built with a heightened understanding for craftsmanship and updated to discerning standards-not to mention close to Oz Park and all of the first-class dining and shopping along Armitage Avenue-1901 N. Howe St. is a fabulous forever home in the heart of it all.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
$709Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Timothy Salm• Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Listed by R. Matt Leutheuser• Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Beautiful double lot house in excellent condition on highly desirable Howe Street! The recently updated interior offers a fresh, coastal vibe with gorgeous beamed ceilings and wide open spaces for easy entertaining. A suite or office and a sitting room can be found on either side of the wide center entry. A double pass through, each side with a coat closet, leads to the kitchen, living and dining spaces. The newly updated kitchen has chic white cabinetry, honed granite countertops, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and an abundance of storage and pantry space. A centrally located dining area can accommodate the largest of tables for easy hosting. The adjacent family room has a wall of built-ins for great storage and a fireplace. All of these rooms overlook the lush backyard and a sport court through a wall for floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors. Direct access to the attached two car garage and sensational mudroom directly off of the kitchen. Take one of two mirror image staircases to the bedroom level where there is a rare five bedrooms on one level! The master suite offers dual walk in closets, a spacious bedroom with a terrace, and a spa like bath with dual sinks, a make-up vanity, and separate tub and shower. Two of the secondary bedrooms are ensuite, while the other two share a central bath. All of the bedrooms surround a cozy sitting area. An extra large laundry room with fabulous storage completes the bedroom level. The penthouse is a true retreat with over-sized east and west facing Ipe decks, a hidden wet bar, and a luxurious space to relax or entertain. There is plenty of room to play in the lower level recreational space. There is also a bedroom or office, a second powder room, as well as a second laundry room. Surrounded by some of the city's most exclusive real estate and an easy walk to the lake, zoo, and Oz Park, this home is a true gem fabulous for today!
Public Records
May 7, 1991
Sold
$520,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 1, 1984
Sold
$68,900
$8/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$49,437 (+2.6%)
$46,500 + $190,016
$236,516
2022
$48,193 (+2.3%)
$37,500 + $196,808
$234,308
2021
$47,117 (+12.2%)
$37,500 + $196,808
$234,308
2020
$42,002 (+2.0%)
$33,000 + $157,095
$190,095
2019
$41,181 (+1.7%)
$33,000 + $173,685
$206,685
2018
$40,488
$33,000 + $173,685
$206,685
2017
$40,510 (+7.2%)
$27,000 + $162,871
$189,871
2016
$37,779 (+9.3%)
$27,000 + $162,871
$189,871
2015
$34,552 (+25.6%)
$27,000 + $162,871
$189,871
2014
$27,515 (+2.0%)
$21,000 + $128,587
$149,587
2013
$26,967 (+1.3%)
$21,000 + $128,587
$149,587
2012
$26,619 (+1.4%)
$21,000 + $128,587
$149,587
2011
$26,244 (−0.2%)
$22,500 + $141,472
$163,972
2010
$26,288 (+4.7%)
$22,500 + $141,472
$163,972
2009
$25,106 (−10.7%)
$22,500 + $141,472
$163,972
2008
$28,105 (+1.6%)
$18,000 + $181,278
$199,278
2007
$27,653
$18,000 + $181,278
$199,278
Tax history for 1901 N Howe St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$49,437 (+2.6%)
$46,500 + $190,016
$236,516
2022
$48,193 (+2.3%)
$37,500 + $196,808
$234,308
2021
$47,117 (+12.2%)
$37,500 + $196,808
$234,308
2020
$42,002 (+2.0%)
$33,000 + $157,095
$190,095
2019
$41,181 (+1.7%)
$33,000 + $173,685
$206,685
2018
$40,488
$33,000 + $173,685
$206,685
2017
$40,510 (+7.2%)
$27,000 + $162,871
$189,871
2016
$37,779 (+9.3%)
$27,000 + $162,871
$189,871
2015
$34,552 (+25.6%)
$27,000 + $162,871
$189,871
2014
$27,515 (+2.0%)
$21,000 + $128,587
$149,587
2013
$26,967 (+1.3%)
$21,000 + $128,587
$149,587
2012
$26,619 (+1.4%)
$21,000 + $128,587
$149,587
2011
$26,244 (−0.2%)
$22,500 + $141,472
$163,972
2010
$26,288 (+4.7%)
$22,500 + $141,472
$163,972
2009
$25,106 (−10.7%)
$22,500 + $141,472
$163,972
2008
$28,105 (+1.6%)
$18,000 + $181,278
$199,278
2007
$27,653
$18,000 + $181,278
$199,278
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
6
Stories
3
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
6,574
Year built
2003
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
14333030260000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
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