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Property Description
Welcome home to your cozy, quiet corner of bustling Hyde Park. Perched within walking distance of all that this vibrant neighborhood has to offer, this 2-bedroom condo boasts a sprawling 1600+ sqft, complete with formal dining room and eat-in kitchen. The space is very flexible, with large bedrooms, a sunroom perfect for morning coffee or working from home, and a formal dining room that could easily double as a family room. The second bathroom had a recent major renovation, and the ensuite primary bath is waiting for your ideas! Major updates that give our buyer peace of mind include all new windows, newer kitchen appliances, a new roof on the building, and a new boiler. Parking lease available in the onsite garage for $50/mo. Easy access to Metra, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods and Lake Michigan. Welcome home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1221 E 53rd St #1
General
- Price: $270,000
- HOA FEE: $607/month
- Taxes: $4,743 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12573155
- Updated: 3/17/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Exterior E
- Interior Features: Storage, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Storage, Laundry, Patio
- Equipment: Intercom, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Location
- Area: CHI - Hyde Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: 53rd St east to property
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Ray Elementary School
- High School: Kenwood Academy High School
- Private School: Kenwood Academy High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Heat, Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, / 999lbs.
- Mgmt. Company: Self-managed
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condo, Vintage
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Exterior Entry, Full
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 1,632
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1920
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 6
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: COMMON
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Animals
- Animals Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $607
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Assessment Year: 1920
- Tax Amount: $4,743.91
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condo
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 20114130241001
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Schools
Schools serving 1221 E 53rd St #1
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ray Elementary School 5631 South Kimbark Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 | 7-8 | 0.5 mi |
Kenwood Academy High School 5015 South Blackstone Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615 | 9-12 | 0.4 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 1221 E 53rd St #1
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/17/2026
Listed
$270,000
7.57%
MLS
9/14/2006
Sold
$251,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1221 E 53rd St #1
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,168
4%
$23,000
—
2022
$4,027
2%
$23,000
—
2021
$3,955
3%
$23,000
-5%
2020
$3,826
-17%
$24,152
-8%
2019
$4,595
36%
$26,302
—
2018
$3,373
6%
$26,302
44%
2017
$3,195
1%
$18,217
—
2016
$3,149
10%
$18,217
—
2015
$2,858
9%
$18,217
9%
2014
$2,634
2%
$16,767
—
2013
$2,571
—
$16,767
—
2012
$2,561
—
$16,767
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1221 E 53rd Street #1, Chicago, IL 60615 (MLS# 12573155) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1221 E 53rd Street #1 is currently listed for $270,000 and was received on March 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 1221 E 53rd Street #1? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Hyde Park? You can browse all Hyde Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

