1242 N Astor Street, Chicago, IL 60610 - Photo 1

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$2,650,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
4 Full Baths
2 Partial Baths
5,100 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Beautifully renovated brownstone located on one of Chicago's premier blocks, 1242 North Astor is a meticulously updated brownstone that blends historic charm with modern luxury. The flexible, well-designed floor plan offers gracious living spaces, four bedrooms upstairs, an additional bedroom on the lower level, and a magnificent office with custom paneling and a picturesque view. The gourmet eat-in kitchen features Brookhaven cabinetry, Carrera marble counters, a granite breakfast bar, abundant storage, and new appliances. The spacious primary suite includes built-ins, a large custom walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with heated floors, soaking tub, and separate shower. The redesigned lower level impresses with a custom whiskey bar showcasing a quartz waterfall edge, antique mirrors, new cabinetry, and ambient lighting. It also includes a bedroom, large rec/family room, new 1.1 baths, radiant flooring, and ample storage. This home has been renovated top to bottom with new skylights, radiant heating and boiler system, windows, hardwood floors, custom closets and cabinetry, updated bathrooms, designer lighting and paint, window treatments, three new air conditioning condensers, a new sound system, and more. The professionally landscaped patio and front yard are ideal for enjoying Chicago summers. Convenient parking options available.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1242 N Astor St

General

Sold For: $2,650,000
Taxes: $28,906 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12348167
Added to Site: 254 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Hot Tub, Wet Bar, In-Law Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement, Other, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 6
Full Bathrooms: 4
Half Bathrooms: 2
Basement Baths: Yes
Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, European Shower, Soaking Tub

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off Site, Other, Garage

Location

Area: CHI - Near North Side
County: Cook
Driving Directions: INNER LSD, turn W on BANKS then S ON ASTOR- TO 1242 ASTOR ON RIGHT

School Information

School District: 299
Midd School District: 299
Elementary School: Ogden Elementary
Middle School: Ogden Elementary
High School: Lincoln Park High School
Private School: Lincoln Park High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned

Utilities

Water: Other

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Brownstone
Construction: Stone
Exterior Const.: Stone
Basement Desc.: Finished, Exterior Entry, Full, Daylight
Roof: Other
Windows: Skylight(s)
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 5,100
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Year Built: 1891
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2024

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.0409
Lot Size Range: Standard Chicago Lot
Lot Dimensions: 20 x 90

Financial Considerations

Assessment Year: 1891
Tax Amount: $28,906
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Property ID: 17031090240000

Listed by Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
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Schools

Schools serving 1242 N Astor St

School District:Chicago Public School District 299

Name	Grades	Distance
Ogden Elementary School 24 West Walton Street, Chicago, IL 60610	K-8	0.4 mi
Lincoln Park High School, Chicago, IL 2001 North Orchard Street, Chicago, IL 60614	9-12	1.3 mi

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

Price & Sales History for 1242 N Astor St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/25/2025

Sold

$2,650,000

-1.82%

MLS

5/06/2025

Listed

$2,699,000

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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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1242 N Astor Street, Chicago, IL 60610 (MLS# 12348167) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,650,000 on July 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 1242 N Astor Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Near North Side? You can browse all Near North Side real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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