Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/21/2025
Listed
$1,750,000
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Property Description
Rare Historic Gem on Prestigious Astor Street. Step into a piece of Chicago's architectural legacy with this remarkable corner rowhome, designed in 1887 by the iconic firm Burnham & Root. Originally one of four distinguished residences showcasing the bold elegance of the Richardsonian Romanesque style, this home sits next to 1310 N. Astor-once the personal residence of John Wellborn Root, a founding figure of the Chicago School architecture style. Offering a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine, this property invites you to create a one-of-a-kind modern residence within an irreplaceable historic shell. Situated on a corner, sunlight pours into the home from its north, east, and west exposures through oversized windows, illuminating four expansive levels with soaring 10-foot ceilings and exquisite original millwork, including a dramatic grand staircase. Features include: Attached 1.75-car garage; 6 fireplaces; Full, Potential for 2 private outdoor terraces on separate levels; Elevator access to multiple floors; full and dry basement. Currently configured with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in a space with limitless layout possibilities. Essential updates have already been completed, including a new roof, HVAC system, and extensive masonry work-paving the way for your custom vision.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1312 N Astor St
General
- Price: $1,750,000
- Taxes: $35,852 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12535765
- Updated: 1/15/2026
- Added to Site: 26 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 6
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1.7
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Near North Side
- County: Cook
- Township: North Chicago
- Driving Directions: LSD to Banks (1334N) west to Astor (50E) south to property
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High 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: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Row House
- Architectural Style: Row House
- Construction: Brick, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Square Feet: 5,991
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1887
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 101.2 x 18.6
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1887
- Tax Amount: $35,852.38
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 17031060170000
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Schools
Schools serving 1312 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 |
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School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1312 N Astor St
Tax History
Tax History for 1312 N Astor St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$35,852
-6%
$175,892
-8%
2022
$38,027
2%
$191,038
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2021
$37,211
-10%
$191,038
-1%
2020
$41,573
2%
$192,203
-8%
2019
$40,734
2%
$208,917
—
2018
$40,047
5%
$208,917
13%
2017
$38,318
6%
$184,076
—
2016
$36,011
7%
$184,076
-2%
2015
$33,697
21%
$188,384
25%
2014
$27,878
-2%
$150,256
-7%
2013
$28,498
1%
$161,199
—
2012
$28,159
—
$161,199
—
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1312 N Astor Street, Chicago, IL 60610 (MLS# 12535765) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 1312 N Astor Street is currently listed for $1,750,000 and was received on December 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 1312 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.