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Property Description
View Video Walkthrough Link! Rare opportunity to own a true Old Irving Park treasure with many original details. Known as the John and Clara Merchant Home, this is a 2nd Empire-style home with a large mansard roof, oversized window hoods, and carved woodwork! Features include very tall ceilings, hardwood floors, original woodwork, incredible moldings, giant functioning pocket doors, 3 decorative fireplaces, clawfoot tub and a large 150' x 39' lot. Main level includes formal living/dining rooms, large bedroom, sunroom and den. 2nd floor has 3 LARGE bedrooms and 1 full bath (room to add another bath). Finished attic with skylights. Great in-law/AirBNB potential in basement with separate entrance, 2brs, full bath & kitchen! Recent updates include all newer windows, updated 200 amp electric, & new roof in 2016. Large backyard with brick patio & oversized 2.5 car garage. Potential for 12year property tax freeze when you rehab a Landmark home such as this one! On a quiet one-way street & close to El, Metra, 90/94, & local dining options such as Eris, Old Irving Brewery, CTA Tacos, Backlot, Finom!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 3854 N Kostner Ave
General
- Sold For: $660,000
- Taxes: $12,803 (2019)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 10491863
- Added to Site: 2, 375 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, 1st-Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, 1st-Floor Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Other, Decorative
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Cooking Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Primary Bedroom: Carpet, Curtains/Drapes, 16 x 15, 2nd Level
- Bedroom 2: Carpet, Curtains/Drapes, 17 x 16, 2nd Level
- Bedroom 3: Carpet, Curtains/Drapes, 17 x 14, 2nd Level
- Bedroom 4: Hardwood, Curtains/Drapes, 15 x 10, Main Level
- Bedroom 5: Carpet, None, 16 x 10, Lower
- Bedroom 6: Carpet, None, 10 x 9, Lower
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Hardwood, Curtains/Drapes, 20 x 16, Main Level
- Family Room: Carpet, None, 20 x 15, Lower
- Kitchen: Island, Closet Pantry, Ceramic Tile, None, 16 x 12, Main Level
- Dining Room: Separate, Hardwood, Curtains/Drapes, 17 x 14, Main Level
- Office: Carpet, Curtains/Drapes, 8 x 7, 2nd Level
- Rec Room: Carpet, None, 29 x 28, 3rd Level
- Laundry: Ceramic Tile, None, 14 x 5, Lower
- 2nd Kitchen: Ceramic Tile, None, 20 x 8, Lower
- Sunroom: Hardwood, Blinds, 15 x 9, Main Level
- Foyer: Hardwood, None, 18 x 8, Main Level
- Walk-In Closet: Carpet, None, 8 x 6, Lower
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Number of Cars: 2.5
- Parking Type: Garage
- Garage Description: Garage Door Opener(s)
Location
- Area: CHI - Irving Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: FROM IRVING PARK RD, SOUTH ON KOSTNER AVE.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- Elementary School: Belding Elementary School
- Middle School: Belding Elementary School
- High School: Schurz High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: 3 or More Window/Wall Units, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Steam, Radiant
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Full, English
- Square Feet: 5,459
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1872
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2020
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1343
- Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 150 x 39
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Off Alley
- Lot Features: Fenced Yard
Financial Considerations
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Not Applicable
- Parking Included: Yes
- Tax Amount: $12,803.71
- Tax Year: 2019
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Floor Plans: Yes
- Property ID: 13221100270000
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Schools
Schools serving 3854 N Kostner Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Belding Elementary School 4257 North Tripp Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | K-8 | 0.5 mi |
Schurz High School 3601 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | 9-12 | 0.3 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 3854 N Kostner Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/18/2020
Sold
$660,000
-5.58%
MLS
7/12/2020
Price Reduced
$699,000
-3.59%
MLS
1/13/2020
Price Reduced
$725,000
-6.45%
MLS
8/20/2019
Listed
$775,000
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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.
3854 N Kostner Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 (MLS# 10491863) is a Single Family property that was sold at $660,000 on November 18, 2020. This property was listed by Stephanie Cutter Group from our Lincoln Park Office.Want to learn more about 3854 N Kostner Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Irving Park? You can browse all Irving Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

