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Property Description
Built in 1893 this beautiful house was enlarged and updated several times over the years. The result is this unique, spacious home that boasts 5 bedrooms, laundry on the second floor and 3 full and one half bath, including master bath. This unique property is full of vintage charm, original woodwork as well as modern features. First floor encompasses enchanting living room with leaded glass windows and elegant fireplace. Spacious, beautifully preserved dining room connects to modern, sophisticated and spacious kitchen and airy, light filled family room that opens onto patio and big backyard. Second floor boasts three bedrooms, one of which is now used as an office, two bathrooms and a separate laundry room while third floor has two bedrooms, bathroom and a large landing that functioned as a playroom. The property includes driveway that accommodates parking for two cars. This very special home is located two blocks from Lab school and UChicago. Truly a rare find!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5809 S Blackstone Ave
General
- Sold For: $2,065,000
- Taxes: $23,934 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12526784
- Added to Site: 19 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Other
- Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Side Apron, Driveway, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: CHI - Hyde Park
- County: Cook
- Subdivision: Campus Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: Stony Island to 59th street, West on 59th to Blackstone, North on Blackstone. Property is on the right.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- Elementary School: Ray Elementary School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Wood Siding
- Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1893
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: .15
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1893
- Tax Amount: $23,934
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20142220270000
Listed by Compass
Sold by The Margie Smigel Group, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 5809 S Blackstone Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ray Elementary School 5631 South Kimbark Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 | 7-8 | 0.3 mi |
Kenwood Academy High School 5015 South Blackstone Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5809 S Blackstone Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/26/2026
Sold
$2,065,000
-6.14%
MLS
12/02/2025
Listed
$2,200,000
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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.
5809 S Blackstone Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 (MLS# 12526784) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,065,000 on March 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 5809 S Blackstone Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hyde Park? You can browse all Hyde Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

