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Property Description
This lovingly maintained brick 2-flat is ideally located just steps from the scenic river and the Riverbank Neighbors Park walking path on a 30 foot-wide lot in the heart of desirable North Center and within the coveted Waters Elementary School district. This is a rare opportunity to own a classic Chicago property with charm, space, and location. Each unit features 2 large bedrooms and 1 full bath, plus a bright sunroom off the primary bedroom-perfect for a home office, nursery, or personal gym. Step into a welcoming foyer with a generous coat closet, setting the tone for the home's thoughtful layout and warmth. Unit 1 boasts an updated kitchen with maple-finish cabinetry, while Unit 2 showcases stainless appliances, a kitchen pantry and a decorative vintage fireplace flanked by original built-in bookcases. Both units feature oak hardwood floors and walls of windows, flooding the home with natural light. The high, unfinished basement offers a shared washer/dryer, dedicated storage rooms for each unit, and abundant space for additional storage or future expansion possibilities. This property is perfect for investors, owner-occupants, or those looking to create their single-family dream home. Walk to the Chicago River front, Horner Park, Welles Park and Revere Park. A short walk to the Brown Line, and convenient to the Montrose, Western or Irving Park bus routes. Enjoy close proximity to grocery stores, Sulzer Library and all the retail, restaurants and nightlife Lincoln Square has to offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2542 W Cullom Ave
General
- Sold For: $900,000
- Taxes: $16,035 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12467541
- Added to Site: 126 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: CHI - North Center
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: East or West on Montrose, South on Campbell, East on Cullom (Cullom is one way going East)
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- Elementary School: Waters Elementary School
- High School: Amundsen High School
- Private School: Amundsen High School
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Steam
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Year Built: 1923
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1923
- Tax Amount: $16,035
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13134030360000
Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by DCG Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 2542 W Cullom Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Waters Elementary School, Chicago, IL 4540 North Campbell Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
Amundsen High School 5110 North Damen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625 | 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 2542 W Cullom Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/15/2025
Sold
$900,000
5.88%
MLS
9/11/2025
Listed
$850,000
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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.
2542 W Cullom Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618 (MLS# 12467541) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $900,000 on October 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 2542 W Cullom Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in North Center? You can browse all North Center real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

