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Property Description
"Multiple offers received. Highest and best called for by Wednesday May 27, at 12 pm. Don't miss this multi-unit property in red hot Humboldt Park! This is a huge Greystone 2-flat property with 2/3 bedrooms 1 bathroom apartments and includes an unfinished garden apartment! This beautiful multi-unit is located on a large corner lot with a private fence enclosed backyard and 2-car garage! Excellent opportunity for a buyer looking to "house hack" or "live for free" by living in one unit, finish the garden unit and have 2 units rented for big cash flow and equity upsides! Hardwood floors throughout, with huge dining/living room combo, 42 inch kitchen cabinets with stainless steel appliances, granite countertop and HVAC. Each unit has in-unit washer/dryer as well. Both 3-bedroom apartments can rent for up to $1,900 per month in Humboldt Park and the 1-bedroom garden apartment can rent for up to $1,200 per month! This is a great investment property in the fast changing Humboldt Park area. Unit #3 will be vacant at closing while unit #2 is listed for rent at $1800/month. Convenient West Humboldt Park location near public transportation and neighborhood amenities.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 856 N Lawndale Ave
General
- Sold For: $470,000
- Taxes: $5,239 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12619145
- Added to Site: 114 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 7
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Humboldt Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Head South on North Lawndale Ave to West Iowa Street, property is located on the corner of W. Iowa Street and N. Lawndale Ave.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Year Built: 1890
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 3
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 125
- Zoning: MULTI
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1890
- Tax Amount: $5,239.09
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16023300190000
Listed by Century 21 Universal
Sold by Realty of America, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 856 N Lawndale Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ward L Elementary School 646 North Lawndale Avenue, Chicago, IL 60624 | PK-8 | 0.3 mi |
Orr Academy High School 730 North Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60624 | 9-12 | 0.4 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 856 N Lawndale Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/20/2026
Sold
$470,000
4.44%
MLS
4/24/2026
Listed
$450,000
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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.
856 N Lawndale Avenue, Chicago, IL 60651 (MLS# 12619145) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $470,000 on July 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 856 N Lawndale Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Humboldt Park? You can browse all Humboldt Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

