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$299,000 Contingent

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  • Contingent
  • Condo
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Full Bath
  • Updated 3 days ago
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Beautifully maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo on charming Melrose Street in the heart of East Lakeview. The unit features a classic white kitchen with clean finishes that opens to a private back deck, perfect for grilling or outdoor seating, and flows into a bright living and dining space accented by exposed brick and a cozy center fireplace. The bathroom offers a nice vanity and a shower/tub combination, while the large bedroom includes an extra bump-out space ideal for a home office or reading nook. In-unit laundry adds convenience. Located just steps from the lakefront, parks, restaurants, shopping, public transit, and the neighborhood farmers market right across the street. Includes a separate storage cage. Rentals allowed but currently at cap. Permit street parking and nearby rental parking options available.

Full Property Details for 609 W Melrose St #2

General

  • Price: $299,000
  • HOA FEE: $451/month
  • Taxes: $4,865 (2024)
  • Status: Contingent
  • Type: Condo
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12572708
  • Updated: 3/30/2026
  • Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: None
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 1

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Storage
  • Equipment: Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train

Location

  • Area: CHI - Lake View
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Lake View
  • Driving Directions: W Melrose between N Broadway and N Halsted

School Information

  • School District: 299
  • Elem School District: 299
  • Midd School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Nettelhorst Elementary School
  • Middle School: Nettelhorst Elementary School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: Heat, Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, / 999lbs.
  • Mgmt. Company: The Building Group

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Radiator(s)

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Condo, Low-Rise (1 to 3 Stories)
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement Desc.: None
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Entry Floor Number: 2
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Unit Information

  • Units in Building: 12

Lot Features

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON

Animals

  • Animals Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $451
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Tax Amount: $4,865.62
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Condo
  • Property ID: 14213130591005

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Schools serving 609 W Melrose St #2

School District:Chicago Public School District 299
NameGradesDistance
Nettelhorst Elementary School
3252 North Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
PK-80 mi
Lake View High School
4015 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60613
9-121.6 mi
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Price
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3/28/2026
Listed
$299,000
33.48%
MLS
4/16/2021
Sold
$224,000
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Tax History for 609 W Melrose St #2

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,009
3%
$18,999
—
2022
$3,908
24%
$18,999
—
2021
$3,151
-19%
$18,999
-7%
2020
$3,875
2%
$20,497
-9%
2019
$3,814
2%
$22,413
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2018
$3,749
34%
$22,413
37%
2017
$2,795
1%
$16,359
—
2016
$2,776
10%
$16,359
—
2015
$2,517
57%
$16,359
46%
2014
$1,606
3%
$11,224
—
2013
$1,563
-37%
$11,224
-31%
2012
$2,472
—
$16,270
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