1201 E 56th Street, Chicago, IL 60637 - Photo 1

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$1,413,475

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
3,564 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Designed by the well-known Prairie School architects Tallmadge & Watson, this spectacular, light-filled family home, just steps from the University of Chicago campus, has been meticulously modernized while preserving a wealth of period detail, including Roman brick fireplaces, incredible oak and birch woodwork, and hardwood floors throughout. The stunning kitchen has been completely renovated and the baths thoughtfully updated. Central a/c. The beautifully designed backyard has parking for 1 to 2 cars.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1201 E 56th St

General

Sold For: $1,413,475
Taxes: $33,051 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12575802
Added to Site: 231 day(s) ago

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Wood-Burning
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 3
Half Bathrooms: 1
Basement Baths: Yes
Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Parking

Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off-Street, Yes, Owned

Location

Area: CHI - Hyde Park
County: Cook
Driving Directions: LSD to 53rd Street, W to Woodlawn, South to 56th, SE corner.

School Information

School District: 299
Midd School District: 299
Elementary School: Ray Elementary School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Steam

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Row House
Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
Windows: Skylight(s)
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 3,564
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1908
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
Lot Dimensions: 30 x 118

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1908
Tax Amount: $33,051.52
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Property ID: 20142070010000

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Sold by Kale Realty

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Schools

Schools serving 1201 E 56th St

School District:Chicago Public School District 299

Name	Grades	Distance
Ray Elementary School 5631 South Kimbark Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637	7-8	0.1 mi
Kenwood Academy High School 5015 South Blackstone Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615	9-12	0.8 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1201 E 56th St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/30/2026

Sold

$1,413,475

-5.45%

MLS

6/30/2026

Price Reduced

$1,495,000

-3.55%

MLS

5/04/2026

Price Reduced

$1,550,000

-6%

MLS

2/27/2026

Listed

$1,649,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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