Mid Century Modern living at its best. Completely updated townhome in the Common Corporation Townhouse enclave that was built in 1965 designed by a Harry Weese acolyte, Ezra Gordon. It is nestled right behind the Kimbark Plaza which boasts restaurants, shops, a CVS and the famed Hyde Park Produce store. Some of the homes face Kimbark, but this house faces south to the mature tree filled private walled courtyard. Freshly painted, it has a cool, open 60's feel with gleaming hardwood floors on both the main level, stairs and the upper level. The staircase is an architectural focal point encased in vertical oak planking rising from floor to ceiling in the living room. A major renovation in 2021 brought this house to the new century standard. The dining room chandelier is a recent installation and will stay with the house. The kitchen has white painted wooden shaker cabinets, black stainless appliances including the dishwasher and refrigerator which are new from 2023, a vented hood, white quartz counters with a marbled design, subway tiled backsplash and porcelain plank tiles on the floor. The kitchen has plenty of room for a table and chairs with views through the windows to the private walled patio and garden. The baths were also renovated with new fixtures and vanities as well as porcelain plank tiled floors. New copper plumbing and new electrical wiring were installed in 2021 as well as a hard-wired security system. The windows are all replacements. Recessed lights are in the living room, kitchen and the finished recreation room in the basement. The basement also has an unfinished room for the laundry (including a laundry chute), HVAC, a workbench and lots of storage. The private back yard is completely fenced and has a brick patio, a grassy area, raised planters and a beautiful tree. The HVAC system also dates from 2021 and the roof was replaced in 2019. An assigned parking space is in the parking lot accessed from the east on 52nd St and there is street parking as well. When you are in the house with views of trees through all of the windows, it is hard to believe that you are so close to all of the vibrant shops and restaurants that line 53rd St. It's an easy walk or roll to the University of Chicago, the Museum of Science and Industry and the lakefront. Everyone is eagerly awaiting the opening of the Barack Obama Center which promises not only wonderful programming, but also parks with activities surrounding it. Buses run up and down Hyde Park Boulevard just a block and a half to the north and the express bus to the Loop and the Metra are a few blocks to the east. It's a terrific home in a terrific location.
Property Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Possible: 3
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 11 x 17
- Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 9 x 14
- Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 9 x 10
- Primary Bedroom Level: Second
- Bedroom 2 Level: Second
- Bedroom 3 Level: Second
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 7
- Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Recreation Room
- Utility Room-Lower Level: 17 x 19
- Utility Room-Lower Level Level: Basement
- Laundry: 5 x 5
- Laundry Level: Basement
- Basement Features: Full
- Entry Foyer Dimensions: 7 x 7
- Game/Recreation Room Dimensions: 14 x 19
- Living Room Dimensions: 15 x 17
- Basement Sqft: 700
- Entry Foyer Level: Main
- Game/Recreation Room Level: Basement
- Living Room Level: Main
- Basement Description: Partially Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
- Skylight(s)
- Hardwood Floors
- Laundry Hook-Up in Unit
- Storage
- Built-in Features
- Bookcases
- Some Window Treatment
- Dining Combo
- Drapes/Blinds
- Some Insulated Wndws
- Replacement Windows
- Door Features: Storm Door(s)
- Flooring: Porcelain Tile
Appliances
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Washer
- Dryer
- Range Hood
- Water Purifier Owned
- Gas Oven
- Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Features: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Indv Controls
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Area Dimensions: 9 x 9
- Dining Area Level: Main
- Kitchen Dimensions: 10 x 16
- Kitchen Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
- Patio
- Brick Paver Patio
- Storms/Screens
- Cable Access
Land Info
- Lot Description: Common Grounds, Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Park Adjacent, Mature Trees, Level, Outdoor Lighting, Sidewalks, Streetlights, Wood Fence
- Lot Size Acres: 0.0359963
- Lot Size Dimensions: 19.7X79.6
- Lot Size Square Feet: 1568
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: Assigned, Off Street, Alley Access, Parking Lot, Rear/Side Entry
- Parking Total: 1
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Amenities: Park
- Association Fee: 1300
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Association Fee Includes: Parking, Insurance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 108
- Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
- Cats Allowed: Yes
- Dogs Allowed: Yes
School Information
- Elementary School: Shoesmith Elementary School
- High School: Kenwood Academy High School
- High School District: 299
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 7404.55
- Source Listing Status: Active Under Contract
- County: Cook
- Directions: East Hyde Park Boulevard one block east of Woodlawn to Kimbark Ave, south to home. It sits facing the private walled courtyard just behind the Kimbark Plaza on the cul de sac.
- Tax Year: 2022
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
- Source Property Type: Residential
- Property Subtype: townhouse
- Parcel Number: 20114080450000
- Postal Code Plus 4: 4009
- Township: Hyde Park
- Management Company: The Common Corporation
- Property Subtype: Attached Single
- Source System Name: C2C
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 2210
- Year Built: 1965
- Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
- Property Age: 59
- Levels or Stories: 2
- Structure Type: Townhouse-2 Story
Utilities
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
- Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public