Welcome to the historic charm of this 1910 boutique building, located in the heart of East Lakeview! This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.1 bathroom duplex down home offers a perfect blend of modern updates and classic architectural details with a lofted 19 foot ceiling in the main living space. The main living floor features a spacious and open living room and dining room with a striking 9 foot newly-installed Andersen window. The centerpiece of this space is a captivating modern open staircase with custom cable railing, a true work of art! The kitchen is a culinary enthusiast's dream, boasting cherry cabinets, granite countertops, complementary backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island, great for entertaining or preparing gourmet meals. An updated powder room completes this level. Upstairs, you'll discover a spacious primary suite including a private bedroom, walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom, and access to the covered balcony, where you can enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evenings. The large second bedroom exudes charm with its unique curved walls, while the third bedroom is perfect for guests or a private office space. A second full bathroom completes the upper level. Outdoors, enjoy summers in the lovely green space, with a shared fenced yard with beautiful landscaping - a unique urban amenity! Storage unit and bike storage included. Many recent updates including: new wood flooring, freshly painted, some new windows + blinds, new lighting, washer/dryer, refrigerator, and Nest thermostat. Currently 100% owner occupied. A+ location close to Belmont Harbor, lakeshore bike path, Lake Shore Drive, Wrigley Field, public transit, Mariano's, Starbucks, plus tons of shopping, restaurants and nightlife! Highly-rated Nettlehorst Elementary school district. Enjoy the vibrant neighborhood while living in a beautiful historic building that has been thoughtfully updated. Don't miss this opportunity!

Property Details

PRICE
$574,800
BEDROOMS
3
BATHROOMS
3
SQFT
1700
YEAR BUILT
1910
PARKING SPOTS
N/A
MLS #
11843907
FULL ADDRESS
656 656 Buckingham Place 1E
CITY
Chicago, IL
ZIP
60657

Listing Details

Listing Office
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Listing Agent
Kelly Baysinger
Contact
847-797-0200
Last Data Update
2024-02-02T08:05:03Z

Interior

BATHROOMS
3 Full Bathrooms

Schools

School District
299
Elementary School
Nettelhorst Elementary School
High School
Lake View High School

Other important details

HOA FEE
414
HOA FREQUENCY
Monthly
HOA INCLUDES
Water
TAX YEAR
2021
TAXES
9786

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