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Property Description
Live by the Lake, Earn by the Month! A Rare Find! Stunning, Beautiful, exceptionally renovated 2-unit Brownstone home in a gated community of the Historic North Kenwood/Bronzeville Neighborhood that's Income Producing! This home offers modern living at its finest. Walk into the first unit which is a 2-story home with Gorgeous Oak Hardwood floors, High ceilings, and perfectly placed recess lighting. Open style designer kitchen with Custom Quartz Countertops and Stainless-Steel Top of the Line Appliances. Enjoy quiet cozy evenings with a full fireplace and outdoor deck. The primary bedroom allows for great comfort in a King Size Bed and an en-suite with double access. The perfect packaged, totally renovated garden apartment, with a beautiful designer kitchen, stainless steel appliances and washer and dryer hook up, giving the homeowner the perfect opportunity to generate income and cash flow. This home comes with an Agricultural Gift offering a great platform for Gardening Enthusiast with its growing Peachtree and Grape Vines. A 2 1/2 Car Garage completes this home! Conveniently located walking distance from Lake Michigan, Chicago's Oakwood beach, 5 minutes from downtown and University of Chicago. Enjoy easy access to scenic waterfront views, a fountain park directly across the street, and beautiful historic vintage homes. Located near public transportation, Lake Shore Drive and interstate 90/94. Minutes away from some of Chicago's most iconic attractions: Millennium Park and The Bean, McCormick Place, Soldier Field, The Shed Aquarium Guaranteed Rate Field (White Sox Stadium), The Arie Crown Theater and Dusable Museum. Live in one unit and rent the other. This magnificent Legal 2-unit home will not last! Schedule Your Private Showing Today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4055 S Ellis Ave
General
- Sold For: $680,000
- Taxes: $8,813 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12530301
- Added to Site: 81 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom Features: Accessible Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access, Historical District
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Tandem, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Oakland
- County: Cook
- Subdivision: Bronzeville
- Driving Directions: 39TH STREET, IBLK WEST OF LAKE TO ELLIS TO 4055
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Brownstone
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Exterior Entry, Egress Window, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Full, Daylight
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
- Windows: Screens
- Year Built: 1998
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 2
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Standard Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 150
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1998
- Tax Amount: $8,813
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20021070550000
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Schools
Schools serving 4055 S Ellis Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Robinson Elementary School, Chicago, IL 4225 South Lake Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653 | PK-3 | 0.3 mi |
Fuller Elementary School 4214 South Saint Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653 | PK-3 | 0.5 mi |
Phillips Academy High School 244 East Pershing Road, Chicago, IL 60653 | 12-11 | 0.9 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 4055 S Ellis Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/19/2026
Sold
$680,000
-1.43%
MLS
12/09/2025
Listed
$689,900
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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.
4055 S Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60653 (MLS# 12530301) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $680,000 on February 19, 2026. This property was listed by The Real Estate Room from our Oak Lawn Office.Want to learn more about 4055 S Ellis Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Oakland? You can browse all Oakland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


