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1049 W Ainslie Street #2

Chicago, IL 60640
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Bed 2

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Bath 1

Bath

SqFt1,400

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Experience lakeside living in this tasteful vintage rehab condo just a block and a half from Montrose Beach and the 18-mile lakefront path. This approx.1400 sqft corner 2bed/1bath abode boasts 10 ft. ceilings throughout, abundant natural light with north, south, and west exposures, central heating and A/C, in-unit full-sized side by side laundry, a private back deck, and one deeded exterior parking space included in the price. The spacious living room features a beautifully tiled gas fireplace and original wood mantle with built-in shelving. Each bedroom can easily fit a king-sized bed plus additional furniture and both have walk-in closets. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, cabinets galore, and a breakfast bar for two. The adjoining dining area has gorgeous ceiling millwork, exposed brick, and enough space for a 10-person dining table and bar. Enjoy your private back porch right off the dining/kitchen area for a relaxing evening or hosting summer bbqs with friends.This pet-friendly 10-unit building is well-managed and has strong reserves. This unit also comes with its own private storage closet and shared bike storage in the basement. This location can't be beat with all that Uptown has to offer while being close to Andersonville and Edgewater neighborhoods. CTA Argyle stop, Sheridan busses, DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Montrose beach, dog beach, and bird sanctuary all 2 blocks away. Experience Uptown neighborhood favorites like Green Mill, Sun Wah BBQ, Haibayo Coffee, Big Chicks, and amazing Vietnamese restaurants too many to name along Broadway and Argyle. Also close by are iconic concert venues like Aragon Ballroom and the Riviera. For groceries Mariano's, Aldi, and Jewel are all less than a mile away. This is one you don't want to miss!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $399,000

AD Id : 85052257

MLS Id : MRD12678327

Beds : 2

Living Area Size : 1,400

Year Built : 1906

County : Cook

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 2 Room Types: Foyer, Balcony/Porch/Lanai

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 5

    Interior Features

    Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Laundry Features: In Unit, Laundry Closet
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Brick
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Lake Michigan

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1906

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: COMMON

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Attached Single Type Attached: Condo

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$399000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $7098.42 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 14084150411009 Tax Exemption: None

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 1 Alley Access, Electric Gate, Secured, Yes, Owned Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger Included Amenities: Storage HOA: $378.00 Monthly

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Mccutcheon Elementary School Junior High School: Mccutcheon Elementary School Senior High School: Senn High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan
  • Location Information

    City: Chicago Direction: Lawrence Ave. to Kenmore. North on Kenmore to Ainslie. On the corner of Kenmore and Ainslie.
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MLS: MRED #12678327 LISTED BY: Stephanie Malmquist, Cross Street Real Estate 312-312-9844 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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