5229 S University Street Chicago, IL 60615
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  5229 S University Street Chicago, IL 60615

Contingent (46 Days)
$595,000 (USD)
3
BED
3
BATH
2,100
SQFT

Description

Welcome home to this special opportunity: this rarely available Mid-Century brick townhome is on a beautiful tree-filled location in the heart of Hyde Park, steps from Hyde Park Produce and UChicago Campus. The Skylights throughout the home offer wonderful light cascading in daily with the floor-to-ceiling balcony doors with that mid-century timeless architecture. The home features a wood burning fireplace you can warm up to in the beautiful cozy Chicago winters. All seasons enjoy the lovely the front deck/ meditation garden, and the back entertaining area featuring east facing sun with lush greenery while remaining conveniently close to the kitchen, double-level dining room and living room. This Hyde Park townhome represents an exceptional find, not only for its rarity but also for its superb off-street location, with captivating design and thoughtful features. Enjoy the added luxury of being steps from Lake Michigan, the central Hyde Park retail areas and Hyde Parks nationally recognized cultural institutions, Art galleries, and Museums including The Kenneth C. Griffin Museum of Science of Industry, The Hyde Park Art Center, Court Theater, and The upcoming Obama Presidential Center (2026). This community offers an incredible living experience with lakefront beaches, bike trails, marinas, golf courses, tennis courts, and parks. Transportation is readily accessible with the University of Chicago bus line, Chicago Metra, and CTA nearby. This unique Townhome opportunity in your own tree-lined urban oasis is special. Welcome Home! Move in ready or add your updates as you see fit, the equity in this home will just rise with everything you put in. Note Completely NEW HVAC, (fall 2025). There are no homeowner assessments for this home.

MLS #:
12501044
Taxes
$6,994(2023)
Type
Townhouse
Year Built
1961
School District
299
County
Cook County

Listed By

Eva Loseth, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data as distributed by MLS Grid
Last checked Dec 16 2025 at 2:32 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathroom: 1
Interior Features
  • Storage
  • Laundry: In Unit
  • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Appliance: Range
  • Appliance: Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Sink
  • Appliance: Dishwasher
  • Appliance: Microwave
  • Laundry: Laundry Chute
Lot Information
  • Corner Lot
Property Features
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
Heating and Cooling
  • Natural Gas
  • Central Air
Basement Information
  • Finished
  • Partially Finished
  • Storage Space
  • Full
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water Source: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
School Information
  • High School: Kenwood Academy High School
Parking
  • Assigned
  • Yes
Stories
  • 2
Living Area
  • 2,100 sqft
Location
   
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