Historic Greystone Mansion Opportunity in the Heart of Bronzeville A blank canvas for your ultimate dream home! Nestled in Chicago's historic and vibrant Bronzeville neighborhood, this massive, all-brick 3-story Greystone mansion stands ready for a stunning architectural rebirth. Representing a rare chance to blend timeless late-19th-century elegance with modern luxury, this property is being sold As-Is, offering a phenomenal opportunity for savvy investors, developers, or ambitious live-in visionaries. Key Property Features & Preservation Highlights:Stately Architecture & Historic Details: Built in 1883, this grand home features a soaring 3-story layout with beautiful architectural bones, including an iconic stone facade, historic front and rear stairwells, and exquisite original stamped wood walls and crown molding.Expansive Floor Plan: A massive 13-room layout with the footprint to easily accommodate 6 to 8 bedrooms and multiple baths.Income or Multi-Generational Potential: Features a ground-level walk-out unit that has been completely gutted and boasts its own dedicated private entrance and exit-perfect for an in-law suite, a high-end guest apartment, or rental income. Architectural Plans Included: Skip a massive step in the planning phase! The owner has already commissioned full architectural plans for the entire home's transformation, which are available to view and utilize for your renovation. Vibrant Bronzeville Neighborhood Amenities: Live or invest in a neighborhood renowned for its rich cultural history, striking architecture, and booming community development. This prime location offers unparalleled access to:Parks & Waterfront: Just minutes from the sprawling lakefront, Margaret Burroughs Beach (31st Street Beach), and the historic Burnham Park-perfect for running, cycling, or enjoying Lake Michigan. Dining & Culture: Walk to a thriving local culinary scene featuring celebrated neighborhood favorites like Pearl's Place, Peach's on 47th, and Bronzeville Winery, alongside boutique coffee shops, local art galleries, and the historic Monument to the Great Northern Migration.Elite Education & Innovation: Situated near the Illinois Institute of Technology (IIT) campus and down the street from the exciting new Bronzeville Lakefront development, promising massive future economic growth. Commuter's Dream: Commuting is effortless! Located just east of the Dan Ryan Expressway (I-94) and steps from the CTA Green and Red Line stations, as well as multiple Metra stops for a lightning-fast trip into the Loop.Opportunities to restore a majestic piece of Chicago history like this do not come along often. Bring your contractor and your vision-schedule your private tour today!
Douglas, located between the South Loop and Bronzeville, is a historic and lakefront Chicago neighborhood with landmark museums and broad parkland. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Museum Campus edge at Solidarity Drive and E. McFetridge Drive, where promenades, skyline views, and crowds flow between galleries and the lake. Prairie Avenue’s surviving mansions and brick rowhouses set a stately streetscape, while nearby loft conversions add a modern counterpoint. The Illinois Institute of Technology campus brings crisp Miesian modernism into the mix. Pillars include the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and Wintrust Arena, with Burnham Park stitching everything to the shoreline.
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Offer insights
3633 S Giles Ave · $429,000
$429K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $429K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
119 days
The average home goes pending in 53 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.2%
Most homes are selling 0% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Living
Dining
Interior features
13 total rooms
Unfinished full basement with exterior entry
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms (includes two third-floor bedrooms and four bedrooms on main/second levels as listed)
Master bedroom on the second floor
Bathrooms
2 full baths
1 half bath
Basement has bathroom access
Kitchen
Main kitchen with eating area/table space and pantry/butler
Second kitchen in basement
Laundry & utility
In-unit laundry in basement
Gas dryer hookup
Flooring
Carpet in most living areas and bedrooms
Vinyl flooring in kitchens, laundry and basement recreation area
Other flooring in basement sitting room
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Forced air and steam heating
Central air conditioning (partial)
Exterior features
Standard Chicago lot (20 x 124)
Street paved with sidewalks and street lights
Nearby park and lake access
Commuter bus and commuter train access; interstate access
Home design
Detached single-family home
3-story building
Fee simple ownership
Over 100 years old
Facing/direction details not provided
Parking
Off-street parking for 2 vehicles
Additional unspecified parking type listed as 'Other'
Construction
Stone construction
Rubber roof
Built before 1978
Utilities
Water from Lake Michigan
Storm sewer
Electric service with circuit breakers
HOA & community
No master association fee required
Community features include park, lake, sidewalks, street lights and paved streets
Financial info
Homeowner tax exemption (2024 taxes recorded)
Electricity and solar
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ONE OF A KIND FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT 3 STRY GREYSTONE MANSION IN PRIME GAP, ORIGINAL STAMPED WOOD WALLS, CROWN & STAIRWELLS, PARLOR, FORMAL LR, DR, EIK W/ BUTLER PNTRY, HUGE RMS, LL RELATED LVLNG, 1 BR APT W/ SEP ENTRY, WROUGHT IRON ENTRY, HISTORIC AREA, CREATE THE ULTIMATE URBAN PALACE, PRICED BELOW MARKET FOR QUICK, "AS IS" SALE, PRE-APPROVED BUYERS ONLY . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,401 (+2.9%)
$10,788 + $33,887
$44,675
2022
$8,166 (+2.1%)
$8,680 + $34,320
$43,000
2021
$8,001 (+15.7%)
$8,680 + $34,320
$43,000
2020
$6,913 (+1.0%)
$7,440 + $26,696
$34,136
2019
$6,848 (+1.7%)
$7,440 + $30,073
$37,513
2018
$6,732 (−4.2%)
$7,440 + $30,073
$37,513
2017
$7,027 (+4.7%)
$6,200 + $29,818
$36,018
2016
$6,714 (+9.7%)
$6,200 + $29,818
$36,018
2015
$6,119 (+29.5%)
$6,200 + $29,818
$36,018
2014
$4,725 (+2.3%)
$4,960 + $23,077
$28,037
2013
$4,620 (+0.8%)
$4,960 + $23,077
$28,037
2012
$4,583 (+6.7%)
$4,960 + $23,077
$28,037
2011
$4,295 (−13.6%)
$6,200 + $24,342
$30,542
2010
$4,970 (+36.1%)
$6,200 + $24,342
$30,542
2009
$3,652 (−3.4%)
$6,200 + $24,342
$30,542
2008
$3,779 (+10.7%)
$6,547 + $27,853
$34,400
2007
$3,412
$6,547 + $27,853
$34,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
8
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,480 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,389
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,389
Year built
1883
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
17343110250000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Bed & breakfast
Educational / school
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 101° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% 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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Historical weather
Chicago, IL • 60653
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Sun exposure
63/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Chicago. There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
6.6 hrs
3 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 3633 S Giles Ave
$416,208
$13K under list price of $429K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 4 recent nearby sales, priced between $330K to $606K.