1653 W North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622 - Photo 1

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$1,355,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
3 Full Baths
4,204 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Incredible opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind, double-lot home in the heart of Bucktown-perfect for artists, creatives, or anyone seeking a unique live/workspace. Formerly a photo studio and art museum with adjacent living quarters, this 5BR, 3BA single-family home offers bold architectural features and unmatched character throughout. Enter through a private gated entrance with a famous Eduardo Kobra mural into a serene, landscaped urban oasis. The central courtyard-style deck and landscaped yard wrap the home in greenery, creating ideal indoor/outdoor flow. Main-level living includes a dramatic living/dining area with soaring beamed ceilings, a large open kitchen with adjacent family room and double-height ceilings, plus four bedrooms and two full baths. A second-floor addition offers a private bedroom and bath-perfect for guests or a home office. Updated mechanicals and systems, one-car attached garage, and an unfinished basement for storage or expansion. A rare creative retreat in a prime Bucktown location near shops, dining, and transit.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1653 W North Ave

General

Sold For: $1,355,000
Taxes: $39,740 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12453449
Added to Site: 115 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Dining Combo
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Additional Information

Other Features: Commuter Bus

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Off-Alley, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

Area: CHI - West Town
County: Cook
Driving Directions: Just west of Ashland on south side of street

School Information

School District: 299
Midd School District: 299
Elementary School: Burr Elementary School
Middle School: Burr Elementary School
High School: Wells Community Academy Senior H
Private School: Wells Community Academy Senior H

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Solar, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Construction: Brick, Frame
Exterior Const.: Brick, Frame
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Roof: Asphalt
Square Feet: 4,204
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Year Built: 1898
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2006

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
Lot Dimensions: 94 x 50

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1898
Tax Amount: $39,740.43
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 17062040020000

Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold by Fulton Grace Realty

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Schools

Schools serving 1653 W North Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299

Name	Grades	Distance
Burr Elementary School, Chicago, IL 1621 West Wabansia Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622	PK-8	0.1 mi
Wells Community Academy High School 936 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622	9-11	0.8 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 1653 W North Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/10/2025

Sold

$1,355,000

-3.21%

MLS

9/23/2025

Listed

$1,400,000

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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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