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Property Description
Welcome home to this bright and spacious top-floor (5th floor) condo located in Lincoln Square. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms across approximately 1,100 square feet, this south-facing unit boasts fantastic natural light throughout the day. The home includes an exterior deeded parking space included, plus two additional dedicated storage units conveniently located on the same floor as the unit. Inside, key mechanical updates include a furnace and A/C, and a Bosch dishwasher replaced two years ago. Situated in a well-maintained, professionally managed, the association features strong reserves, low monthly HOA fees and recent exterior, parapet, stair, and plumbing updates-with no current or planned special assessments. The building is pet-friendly and offers bike storage, and permits long-term rentals. Unbeatable location just moments from River Park, Winnemac Park, and Mather Park, Tony's Fresh Market, and excellent public transit options, including the Western & Berwyn Terminal as well as Lincoln Ave and Foster bus routes.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2545 W Catalpa Ave #5C
General
- Price: $355,000
- HOA FEE: $324/month
- Taxes: $4,591 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12744663
Interior
- Basement: None
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Elevator in Residence, Storage, Security Door Lock(s)
- Equipment: Security System, Intercom, Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access, Flood Zone (Partial)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Assigned, Off-Alley, Parking Lot, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: CHI - Lincoln Square
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: Lincoln Ave to Catalpa (5500 N) West to Building
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, / 999lbs.
- Mgmt. Company: The Building Group
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
- Onsite: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condo
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Windows: Aluminum Frames, Blinds, Double Pane Windows, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows
- Doors: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, 6 Panel Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Entry Floor Number: 5
- Stories/Levels: 5
- Square Feet: 1,100
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1978
- Remodeled/Updated: 1990
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 55
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: COMMON
Animals
- Animals Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $324
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1978
- Tax Amount: $4,591
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condo
- Property ID: 13122120261030
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Schools
Schools serving 2545 W Catalpa Ave #5C
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Jamieson Elementary School 5650 North Mozart Street, Chicago, IL 60659 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Mather High School 5835 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60659 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 2545 W Catalpa Ave #5C
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,911
—
$25,211
15%
2023
$3,911
3%
$21,852
—
2022
$3,791
2%
$21,852
—
2021
$3,725
-13%
$21,852
14%
2020
$4,277
—
$19,198
-10%
2019
$4,297
2%
$21,387
—
2018
$4,225
14%
$21,387
24%
2017
$3,708
7%
$17,226
—
2016
$3,450
9%
$17,226
—
2015
$3,157
-11%
$17,226
-10%
2014
$3,559
2%
$19,181
—
2013
$3,489
1%
$19,181
—
2012
$3,442
—
$19,181
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2545 W Catalpa Avenue #5C, Chicago, IL 60625 (MLS# 12744663) is a Condo property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 2545 W Catalpa Avenue #5C is currently listed for $355,000 and was received on September 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 2545 W Catalpa Avenue #5C? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Lincoln Square? You can browse all Lincoln Square real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
