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Address
1721 W Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL
Price
$ 750,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#12755909
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status New
- CountyCOOK
- CityChicago
- AreaCHI - Uptown
- NeighborhoodUptown
- Zip60640
- StyleFarmhouse
- Year Built1893
- Taxes$ 6497
- Price$ 750,000
- Bedrooms5
- Full Bathrooms3
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2351
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description
Welcome to this warm and spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath home in the heart of Andersonville, offered for the first time in four decades. From the moment you step inside, soaring high ceilings and a gracious living room/dining room combo set the tone for comfortable everyday living. The eat-in kitchen features Stainless Steel Appliances NEW in 2020, oversized windows that bathe the space in natural light while framing views of the manicured backyard. The main level offers two bedrooms and a full bath, while upstairs you'll find two additional generously sized bedrooms, another full bath, and attic access. Thoughtfully maintained over the years with Electric updated in 2016, a tear-off roof in 2022, Washer and Dryer New in 2020. HVAC motor replaced in 2025. The basement adds incredible versatility with an "in-law" apartment - complete with a kitchenette, full bathroom, and a nicely sized bedroom bringing the total to 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. (Legal status of the basement apartment cannot be verified.) This property has never had water intrusion in the basement. Detached 2 Car garage off alley. Prime Andersonville Location, The Waldorf School - just a block away. Chappell Elementary and Award-winning Amundsen High School - nearby. Andersonville's renowned shopping and dining district - moments from your door The Wednesday Farmer's Market and countless beloved local businesses and eateries. A very livable house with updates needed. Take your time living in it while you update. 5 total bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Yard and 2 car garage. Wonderful schools like the highly rated Amundsen, Chappell, Waldorf school. Clark street shops and restaurants. Come and be a part of an amazing community and neighborhood (Andersonville) that ranked the coolest in the U.S. and the second-coolest in the world by Time Out!! Being sold strictly AS IS.
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Chappell Elementary School | Chappell Elementary School | Amundsen High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Listed $750,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2351 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Natural Gas,Electric |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Closing |
| Appliances | Range,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer,Stainless Steel Appliance(s) |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Architectural Style | Farmhouse |
| Construction Materials | Vinyl Siding |
| Year Built | 1893 |
| Township | Lake View |
| Tax Year | 2025 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Community Features | Park,Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Not Applicable |
| County | Cook |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Total Rooms | 10 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Status | New |
| Directions | East or West on Foster Ave. to 1721. Between Ravenswood and Paulina. |
| High School | Amundsen High School |
| City | Chicago |
| High School District | 299 |
| MLS Area | CHI - Uptown |
| Elementary School | Chappell Elementary School |
| Tax Annual Amount | 6497.5 |
| Middle/Junior High School | Chappell Elementary School |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | 299 |
| Elementary School District | 299 |
| Property Type | Detached Single |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | 1st Floor Bedroom,In-Law Floorplan |
|---|---|
| Basement | Partially Finished,Full |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Laundry Features | In Unit |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 559 |
| Room Type | Kitchen,Bedroom 5,Family Room |
| LivingAreaSource | Plans |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 5 |
| Bathroom | Accessible Shower |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Common Grounds |
| Water Source | Lake Michigan,Public |
| Total Parking | 2 |
| Lot Dimensions | 25x130 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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