Calling all creatives, visionaries, and urban pioneers-this rare 1889 Victorian row house in Chicago's East Garfield Park offers historic soul, architectural detail, and the foundation for a truly inspiring transformation. With 10-foot ceilings, original wood millwork, a rare double stairwell, pocket doors, and stunning stained glass windows and skylights, this 4-bedroom home delivers character at every turn. Over 2, 100 sq ft of living space, a partially finished basement, and an unfinished attic with a sloped ceiling (ranging from 3.5 ft to 6 inches) give you room to reimagine and restore. This home isn't just charming-it's solid. Double-pane, hurricane-rated vinyl windows from Window World come with a transferable lifetime warranty and nylon screens. A modified bitumen roof (installed 2011) covers both the main house and the newly built coach house and has been professionally recoated every year-still looks new. The main house boiler was replaced in 2004, and the Trane furnace in the coach house was installed in 2013. AC units (4-5 total) will stay with the home. The brand-new 1-bedroom coach house sits atop a heated 2-car garage and features modern amenities including a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances, in-unit washer/dryer, solar-powered lighting, and private heating/cooling-perfect as a rental, guest suite, or creative studio space. The backyard offers a peaceful escape with a heated walkway, custom deck with ceiling fan, and a thoughtfully designed garden filled with roses, tulips, grapevines, and raspberries-perfect for quiet reflection or entertaining. This is more than a property-it's a chance to craft something meaningful. Whether you're a preservationist, investor, or just someone looking to bring a one-of-a-kind home back to life in a community with soul and growth potential, this East Garfield Park gem is ready for its next chapter.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Possible: 4
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 17 x 11
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12 x 12
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 11 x 8
- Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 10 x 8
- Primary Bedroom Level: Second
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Bedroom 3 Level: Second
- Bedroom 4 Level: Second
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 8
- Kitchen, Deck
- Kitchen: 14 x 10
- Kitchen Level: Main
- Living Room Dimensions: 18 x 12
- Basement Sqft: 900
- Living Room Level: Main
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
- In-Law Floorplan
- Storage
- High Ceilings
- Historic/Period Mlwk
- Special Millwork
- Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Window Features: Skylight(s)
Appliances
- Yes
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
- Washer Dryer Hookup: Yes
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Features: Radiator(s)
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Area Dimensions: 14 x 10
- Dining Area Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 10 x 8
- Kitchen Level: Second
Exterior and Lot Features
- Other Structures: Guest House, Garage(s)
- Deck Dimensions: 6 x 8
- Deck Level: Main
Land Info
- Lot Size Acres: 0.0717401
- Lot Size Dimensions: 25X125
- Lot Size Square Feet: 3125
Garage and Parking
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking Total: 2
School Information
- Elementary School: Beidler Elementary School
- Elementary School District: 299
- High School: Marshall Metropolitan High Schoo
- High School District: 299
- Middle or Junior School District: 299
Homeowners Association
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
- Cats Allowed: Yes
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 3525.00
- Source Listing Status: Active
- County: Cook
- Directions: State St and Madison St, a major intersection in the Loop, and go West.
- Tax Year: 2023
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Parcel Number: 16114050790000
- Township: West Chicago
- Property Subtype: Attached Single
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 2058
- Year Built: 1890
- Construction Materials: Brick
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Property Age: 135
- Roof: Rubber
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Structure Type: Manor Home/Coach House/Villa, Townhouse-2 Story, Vintage
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water Source: Lake Michigan