Rich original woodwork, sunlit rooms, and a covered balcony overlooking a landscaped courtyard give this top-floor Hyde Park condo its distinctive charm. This two-bedroom, two-bath home pairs classic architectural details - hardwood floors, substantial crown molding, and built-in shelving - with the conveniences of in-unit laundry and an updated kitchen. The spacious living room features a handsome fireplace surround flanked by bookshelves, while the separate dining room offers generous space for entertaining beneath a wide bank of windows. A butler's pantry with glass-front cabinetry connects the dining room to the kitchen, where stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and ample cabinetry make everyday cooking easy. Both bedrooms carry through the home's warm wood trim, with a full wall of shelving in one providing an inviting backdrop for a home office or guest room. Enjoy morning coffee on the covered balcony, with courtyard greenery and the building's decorative brickwork in view. Additional storage is included, and gated parking is be available to rent through the building. Close to the University of Chicago, the Museum of Science and Industry, the lakefront, neighborhood shops and restaurants, and train and bus connections, this home offers a welcoming base for enjoying Hyde Park.
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Harte Elementary School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.1mi
4/10
Kenwood Academy High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
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About Illinois
Central
Illinois Central, located between Millennium Station and 63rd Street Station, is a rail corridor and lakefront-adjacent Chicago neighborhood with elevated tracks and station platforms. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Museum Campus rail approaches near Roosevelt Road, where passing Metra trains, pedestrian paths, and skyline views set a brisk, infrastructural tone. Architectural identity leans utilitarian—steel viaducts, embankments, and long sightlines that frame the lakefront parks. The corridor stitches together commuter routines with cultural stops, linking downtown edges to South Side lakefront destinations. Sound and motion define the streetscape, with bridges and underpasses creating distinct pockets of light and shade.
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Offer insights
5520 S Cornell Ave Unit 3S · $330,000
$337K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $337K+ is a strong offer
SALE-TO-LIST
99.6%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$330,000
Median list price in this area is $294,639. (11% lower than this home)
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Storage
Built-in features
Bookcases
Historic period millwork
Special millwork
Granite counters
Screens
Separate dining room
One gas-started fireplace in the living room
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms on the main level
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Butler’s pantry
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Stainless steel appliances
Laundry & utility
In-unit laundry
Washer and dryer
Washer hookup
Flooring
Hardwood flooring
Heating & cooling
Natural gas steam radiator heat
Wall-unit cooling
Exterior features
Balcony
Porch
Fenced common grounds
Landscaped grounds
Home design
Condominium
Entry on the third level
Parking
Two assigned, secured off-alley parking spaces
Asphalt parking
Electric gate
Leased parking
Security
Security door locks
Construction
Brick construction
Over 100 years old
Utilities
Public water from Lake Michigan
Public sewer and storm sewer
Circuit breakers and fuses
Cable available
HOA & community
Monthly association fee includes heat, water, gas, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger service, and snow removal
Cats and dogs allowed
On-site manager/engineer
Community patio and picnic area
Off-site management
Electricity and solar
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Sale and tax history for 5520 S Cornell Ave Unit 3S
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11136097
Aug 13, 2021
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$300,000
$238/sq ft
Jul 14, 2021
Pending (Active Under Contract (Do Not Show))
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Jul 1, 2021
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
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Jun 24, 2021
Listed (New)
$309,999
$246/sq ft
+23
There are no remarks available.
Public Records
Aug 7, 2017
Sold
$269,000
$213/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09636260
Aug 1, 2017
Listing Removed
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Jul 31, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$269,000
$213/sq ft
Jul 10, 2017
Pending
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May 27, 2017
Contingent
—
May 23, 2017
Listed (New)
$269,000
$213/sq ft
+46
Magnificently restored & renovated condo an easy walk or roll from the Lake, the Museum of Science, the express buses to the Loop & the University of Chicago & the Metra. It's got a Walk Score of 87 & a bike score of 97! The condo's parking lot has plenty of extra spaces at $100/mo. The original woodwork within has been matched by newer built-in shelves in the living & dining rooms & 2nd bedroom. The newer baths are beautifully made with sculptural sinks and ceramic tiling. The kitchen has hardwood cabinets (some glass fronted) up to the ceiling, sparkling granite countertops & SS appliances. The butler's pantry has full size front loading washer/dryer, vintage cabinetry & an A/C unit that cools the kitchen & DR as well. The huge dining room has 3 large windows facing south, a built in buffet and a wall of low shelves. There is a private back porch & a shared front balcony at the apex of the courtyard so you have the best view & the quietest location on the top floor. Simply a stunner.
Public Records
Oct 13, 2016
Sold
$247,000
$196/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09261610
Sep 9, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$247,000
$196/sq ft
Jun 21, 2016
Pending
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Jun 17, 2016
Listed (New)
$245,000
$194/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 12, 2012
Sold
$100,000
$79/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07941563
Apr 4, 2012
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$99,900
$79/sq ft
Mar 7, 2012
Pending
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Nov 18, 2011
Contingent
—
Nov 9, 2011
Listed (New)
$139,000
$110/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07842320
Nov 7, 2011
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,493 (+2.9%)
$7,587 + $13,354
$20,941
2022
$4,364 (+2.3%)
$6,118 + $15,101
$21,219
2021
$4,267 (+55.9%)
$6,118 + $15,101
$21,219
2020
$2,738 (+36.9%)
$4,894 + $7,395
$12,289
2019
$2,000 (+1.8%)
$4,894 + $8,489
$13,383
2018
$1,965 (−14.0%)
$4,894 + $8,489
$13,383
2017
$2,284 (+17.5%)
$4,038 + $9,946
$13,984
2016
$1,943 (−24.1%)
$4,038 + $9,946
$13,984
2015
$2,562 (−3.0%)
$4,038 + $9,946
$13,984
2014
$2,641 (+2.0%)
$3,303 + $10,936
$14,239
2013
$2,589 (+11.6%)
$3,303 + $10,936
$14,239
2012
$2,320 (+34.3%)
$3,303 + $12,121
$15,424
2011
$1,728 (+7.8%)
$4,404 + $10,298
$14,702
2010
$1,603 (+17.3%)
$4,404 + $10,298
$14,702
2009
$1,367 (+19.9%)
$4,404 + $10,298
$14,702
2008
$1,140 (+3.2%)
$1,712 + $9,599
$11,311
2007
$1,105
$1,712 + $9,599
$11,311
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Zoning
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Style
Condo/Co-op
County
Cook County
APN
20131000151018
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Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
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
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Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
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Bed & breakfast
Educational / school
Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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 100° 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, 6 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 5520 S Cornell Ave Unit 3S
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $139,500 and $405,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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