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  • For Sale
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  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,351 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 4 days ago
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Welcome to this warm and spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath home in the heart of Andersonville, offered for the first time in four decades. From the moment you step inside, soaring high ceilings and a gracious living room/dining room combo set the tone for comfortable everyday living. The eat-in kitchen features Stainless Steel Appliances NEW in 2020, oversized windows that bathe the space in natural light while framing views of the manicured backyard. The main level offers two bedrooms and a full bath, while upstairs you'll find two additional generously sized bedrooms, another full bath, and attic access. Thoughtfully maintained over the years with Electric updated in 2016, a tear-off roof in 2022, Washer and Dryer New in 2020. HVAC motor replaced in 2025. The basement adds incredible versatility with an "in-law" apartment - complete with a kitchenette, full bathroom, and a nicely sized bedroom bringing the total to 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. (Legal status of the basement apartment cannot be verified.) This property has never had water intrusion in the basement. Detached 2 Car garage off alley. Prime Andersonville Location, The Waldorf School - just a block away. Chappell Elementary and Award-winning Amundsen High School - nearby. Andersonville's renowned shopping and dining district - moments from your door The Wednesday Farmer's Market and countless beloved local businesses and eateries. A very livable house with updates needed. Take your time living in it while you update. 5 total bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Yard and 2 car garage. Wonderful schools like the highly rated Amundsen, Chappell, Waldorf school. Clark street shops and restaurants. Come and be a part of an amazing community and neighborhood (Andersonville) that ranked the coolest in the U.S. and the second-coolest in the world by Time Out!! Being sold strictly AS IS.

Full Property Details for 1721 W Foster Ave

General

  • Price: $750,000
  • Taxes: $6,497 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12755909

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Partially
  • Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement Baths: Yes
  • Bathroom Features: Accessible Shower

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1

Additional Information

  • Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: CHI - Uptown
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Lake View
  • Driving Directions: East or West on Foster Ave. to 1721. Between Ravenswood and Paulina.

School Information

  • School District: 299
  • Elem School District: 299
  • Midd School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Chappell Elementary School
  • Middle School: Chappell Elementary School
  • High School: Amundsen High School
  • Private School: Amundsen High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Electric

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Farmhouse
  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
  • Windows: Screens
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 2,351
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
  • Year Built: 1893
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 25 x 130
  • Lot Features: Common Grounds

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1893
  • Tax Amount: $6,497.5
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 14074030080000

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Schools serving 1721 W Foster Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299
NameGradesDistance
McPherson Elementary School
4728 North Wolcott Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
K-80.5 mi
Amundsen High School
5110 North Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
9-120.4 mi
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Tax History for 1721 W Foster Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$10,206
—
$52,000
-5%
2023
$10,206
57%
$55,000
—
2022
$6,483
5%
$55,000
—
2021
$6,171
-3%
$55,000
-4%
2020
$6,368
—
$57,320
-9%
2019
$6,349
2%
$62,989
—
2018
$6,253
-7%
$62,989
16%
2017
$6,696
-5%
$54,354
—
2016
$7,013
7%
$54,354
—
2015
$6,546
8%
$54,354
29%
2014
$6,034
-1%
$42,128
—
2013
$6,106
14%
$42,128
-5%
2012
$5,342
—
$44,192
—
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1721 W Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640 (MLS# 12755909) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 1721 W Foster Avenue is currently listed for $750,000 and was received on September 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 1721 W Foster Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Uptown? You can browse all Uptown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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