Christine Guerges

5235 S University Avenue

Chicago, IL
$ 2,595,000 Beds 7 Baths 6.5 Sq 7,000
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Impressive architecturally significant Hyde Park 7- bedroom single family house, a 2-bedroom coach house, 2 car garage and a driveway for approx 5 cars; a truly move- in ready home. The home designed by architect, James Gamble Rogers, is a short walking distance to The University of Chicago campus and hospital, the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry, the lakefront and approximately a 10 minute drive to downtown Chicago. This Collegiate Gothic architecture is similar to The University of Chicago impressive Gothic buildings. This home is filled with original classical architectural details and is tastefully updated to fit today's modern lifestyle.The huge entrance/Reception Hall with an adjoining sitting room area is flanked by huge floor to ceiling windows and wainscoting. The main level also has high ceilings, pocket doors, leaded glass windows, impressive floor to ceiling wood columns, and a grand staircase leading to the upper floors. The main level is perfectly designed for entertaining with the open floor plan which leads from the entrance hall/gallery with a welcoming sitting room area to both the dining and sitting rooms.The large pocket doors lead to an enormous sunny living room with built in book cases and shelves. The living room also has an impressive marble fireplace and high beamed ceiling, french doors which opens to a huge dining room which leads to an outdoor terrace. The sun-room is great for casual lounging with its surrounding views of the landscaped yard. The dining room opens to a large butler's panty which has a vintage silver sink and leads to a huge kitchen adjoining another ample sized room which is perfect for a play room or family room. The kitchen and butler's pantry is reminiscent of the English country homes kitchens. The impressive grand staircase from the entrance hall leads to the top two floors. The rooms have all been restored and repainted, bathrooms have been updated with new fixtures throughout. The second level has a library with a leaded glass built in bookcase. All the rooms have fireplaces. plus all 3 bedrooms on the second floor are all ensuite. There is a huge primary bath with a separate shower and a soaking tub. All the 2nd floor bedrooms and library have French doors leading to outdoor terraces. The 3rd floor has 4 bedrooms. The lower level has many extra rooms and includes a gym and laundry room. The two bedroom coach house has separate electric and gas heat. Updates in the home include refinished wood floors throughout, whole house tuckpointed, house re-piped, new A/C installed, new electric upgrade to 400 amp., new boiler installed, new fence, new driveway. and an updated coach house apartment. The entire yard was landscaped, front and back, of the property to include backyard hardscape of a bricked sitting area adjacent to the outdoor terrace, new greenspace with new sod and trees in front and backyard and new trees planted. This is a Wonderful classical home updated for todays current lifestyle.

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  • Price
  • $ 2,595,000
  • City
  • Chicago
  • Bedrooms
  • 7
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 6
  • County
  • COOK
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • CHI - Hyde Park
  • Lot Size
  • 0.2824 Acres
  • Zip
  • 60615
  • Sqr Footage
  • 7,000
  • Year Built
  • 1904
  • Taxes
  • $ 31428
  • Style
  • Traditional
  • MLS#
  • 12575960
Listed By: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Data Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Features

General

Living Area 7000
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Slate
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Traditional
Construction Materials Brick,Limestone,Slate
Year Built 1904
Electric Service - 400 Amp or Greater
Township Hyde Park
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Curbs,Sidewalks,Street Lights,Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Total Rooms 13
Full Baths 6
Status Active
Directions Lake Shore Drive south to 53rd Street exit. West on 53rd to University,north on University to address.
City Chicago
High School District 299
MLS Area CHI - Hyde Park
Tax Annual Amount 31428.12
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 299
Elementary School District 299
Property Type Detached Single

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,High Ceilings,Historic/Period Mlwk
Basement Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Egress Window,Partial Exposure,Storage Space,Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 7
Fireplace Features Wood Burning,Decorative
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features In Unit,Multiple Locations,Sink
Total Bedrooms 7
Room Type Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Bedroom 7,Library,Enclosed Porch Heated,Foyer,Utility Room-Lower Level,Gallery,Pantry
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Total Baths 7
Bedrooms Possible 7
Bathroom Separate Shower,Accessible Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Soaking Tub

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Balcony
Parking Features Concrete,Side Driveway,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Driveway,Garage
Water Source Public
Total Parking 7
Lot Dimensions 75 X 164
Lot Size Acres 0.2824
Waterfront Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Elmwood Park, IL office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

2/25/2026 Listed $2,895,000
4/22/2026 4% - $2,795,000
6/23/2026 8% - $2,595,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 60615

Price
AVG $1.19M
$2.6M
Taxes
AVG $18,123
$31,428
Year Built
AVG 1921
1904
Visits
AVG 170
751
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5235 S University Avenue Chicago, IL is a Single Family Home for sale at $2595000 with 7000 sqft and a lot size of 0.2824 Acres Acre(s). 5235 S University Avenue Chicago has 7 bedrooms, 6 baths and was built in 1904. The property's zip code is 60615 which is in Chicago, IL

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