Sold84d on market
5229 S University Ave
Chicago, IL, 60615 • Hyde Park • Cook County
$625,000
$298/sqft
3Beds
3Baths
2,100Sqft
0.04 acLot
1961Built
Property DNA
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Living Room
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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84 days on market
Established listing
$298/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Townhouse · Built 1961
Welcome home to this special opportunity: this rarely available Mid-Century brick townhome is on a beautiful tree-filled location in the heart of Hyde Park, steps from Hyde Park Produce and UChicago Campus. The Skylights throughout the home offer wonderful light cascading in daily with the floor-to-ceiling balcony doors with that mid-century timeless architecture. The home features a wood burning fireplace you can warm up to in the beautiful cozy Chicago winters. All seasons enjoy the lovely the front deck/ meditation garden, and the back entertaining area featuring east facing sun with lush greenery while remaining conveniently close to the kitchen, double-level dining room and living room. This Hyde Park townhome represents an exceptional find, not only for its rarity but also for its superb off-street location, with captivating design and thoughtful features. Enjoy the added luxury of being steps from Lake Michigan, the central Hyde Park retail areas and Hyde Parks nationally recognized cultural institutions, Art galleries, and Museums including The Kenneth C. Griffin Museum of Science of Industry, The Hyde Park Art Center, Court Theater, and The upcoming Obama Presidential Center (2026). This community offers an incredible living experience with lakefront beaches, bike trails, marinas, golf courses, tennis courts, and parks. Transportation is readily accessible with the University of Chicago bus line, Chicago Metra, and CTA nearby. This unique Townhome opportunity in your own tree-lined urban oasis is special. Welcome Home! Move in ready or add your updates as you see fit, the equity in this home will just rise with everything you put in. Note Completely NEW HVAC, (fall 2025). There are no homeowner assessments for this home.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights wood burning fireplace, floor-to-ceiling balcony doors, and lush greenery as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,845/month
Principal & Interest$3,012
Property Tax$625
Insurance$208
Down payment20% ($125,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.04% rate · 30yr fixed · $500,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse, Single Family Residence
Year Built1961
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Parking space
Lot1,944 sqft
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse, Single Family Residence
Year built1961
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAssigned, Yes
BasementFinished,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Full
Fireplaces1
Lot1,944 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodHyde Park
Annual tax$6,994
Parcel2011312017
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Storage
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
In Unit
Laundry Chute
Sink
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Living Room
Windows
Skylight(s)
Blinds
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Assigned
Yes
Construction
Brick
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second12×17 ft204 sqft
Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second10×13 ft130 sqft
Bedroom3
Main9×13 ft117 sqft
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market84
Est. value$632,600
Est. rent$3,609/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$298
On marketNov 1, 2025
PostedNov 1, 2025
Last sold$625,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJan 16, 2026
Tour days6
Views46
Favorites1
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60615
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 14, 2026Sold$625,000$298MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 7, 2026Pending Sale$595,000$283MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 9, 2025Contingent$595,000$283MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 1, 2025Listed For Sale$595,000$283MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$625,000
Jan 14, 2026•$298/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$595,000
Jan 7, 2026•$283/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$595,000
Nov 9, 2025•$283/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$595,000
Nov 1, 2025•$283/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$8,258$39,000
Apr 9, 2022$8,022$39,000
Apr 9, 2021$7,843$39,000
Apr 9, 2020$9,447$42,409
Apr 9, 2019$9,261$46,097
Apr 9, 2018$9,106$46,097
Apr 9, 2017$9,463$43,957
Apr 9, 2016$8,804$43,957
Apr 9, 2015$8,055$43,957
Apr 9, 2014$5,825$31,395
Apr 9, 2013$5,710$31,395
Apr 9, 2012$4,866$31,395
Apr 9, 2011$5,511$34,007
Apr 9, 2010$4,548$34,007
Apr 9, 2009$4,192$34,007
Apr 9, 2008$4,589$40,046
Apr 9, 2007$4,214$40,046
Apr 9, 2006$3,443$40,046
Apr 9, 2005$3,873$32,121
Apr 9, 2004$3,751$32,121
Apr 9, 2003$3,635$32,121
Apr 9, 2002$2,880$18,866
Apr 9, 2001$2,722$18,866
Apr 9, 2000$3,094$18,866
Apr 9, 1999$3,094$19,215
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Chicago, IL • Cook County
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Nearby zip codes
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