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#12300648, Carlas Gilbert, Listing Office: Prince Realty Group LLC
$1,040,000 List price
5034 S Blackstone Ave Chicago, IL 60615
$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
3 full, 2 partial
4,638 sqft
$224 / sqft
House
Property details
About 5034 S Blackstone Ave
SIGNIFICANT PRICE ADJUSTMENT! AND SELLER IS OFFERING A CREDIT OF UP TO 20,000 TOWARDS THE INSTALLATION OF AIR CONDITIONING! MOTIVATED SELLER! This stately Greystone home is on the market for the first time in 51 years. Built in 1892, the current owner has thoughtfully updated the home while retaining the original elegance. A sense of grace and grandeur is felt upon entering into the large entry hall-gallery space which highlights a sweeping staircase. This main level is the perfect entertainment space. The open floor plan hosts an expansive living room area with woodburning fireplace leading into the spacious dining room and open kitchen. The kitchen was updated in 2018 and has a copious amount of cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and a wonderful island. The kitchen leads to the spacious 170 sq. ft. back deck. There is a powder room on this level as well as laundry with full size washer and dryer. Originally a 6 bedroom home, one of the bedrooms on the second floor has been opened and a skylight has been added, providing extra natural light. This open concept room is perfect for a family room or open office. There are 3 bedrooms on this level - one with a woodburning fireplace- and 2 updated baths. The third floor has 2 additional bedrooms with a bath. The full finished basement, with powder room, offers additional space for multiple uses: an area for a recreation room, an area for a playroom and an area for a workroom! The rear stairway leading to the kitchen remains, the hardwood floors on the main level have been replaced, the windows have been replaced, roofs have been replaced, the kitchen and baths have been updated, the carpeting is all new AND the home has a parking pad that accommodates two cars! The location of this home in the Hyde Park/Kenwood neighborhood is amazing! Only steps to transportation, parks, the lake, schools, shopping, restaurants, the Museum of Science & Industry, the Obama Center and to the University of Chicago.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
Size4,638 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1892
ParkingOff Alley
MLS #12105791
FireplaceWood Burning
Summary
- MLS Number: 12105791
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
- Office Phone: (312) 944-8900
- Listing Agent: Deborah Lewis
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $67,000 | $12,514 |
| 2021 | $67,000 | $12,267 |
| 2020 | $56,819 | $11,413 |
| 2019 | $61,760 | $11,168 |
| 2018 | $61,760 | $10,978 |
| 2017 | $47,178 | $8,848 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Shoesmith Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.2 mi
•1330 E 50th St
4
Univ of Chicago Charter-Nth Kenwood
Public Charter PK-5
0.7 mi
•1119 E 46th St
5
Robinson Elementary School
Public District PK-3
1.0 mi
•4225 S Lake Park Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $32,955. Residents of Chicago, IL typically earn less than $<35k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
51%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
73%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
9%
Married, No Kids
8%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
19%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Men's Tennis
Music Concerts
Where do the neighbors shop?
Banana Republic
Nordstrom Rack
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jack In The Box
The Cheesecake Factory
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Toyota
Volvo
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
Jazz
News
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 5034 S Blackstone Ave
This home is located at 5034 S Blackstone Ave in Chicago, IL and zip code 60615 in the Kenwood neighborhood. This 4,638 square foot home was built in 1892. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 12, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,040,000.
Over 406 listings were sold over their listed price in February 2025 in Chicago, IL. In the same period over 629 listings were sold below the listed price and 232 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Chicago, IL increased by 16.2% between January and February 2025. The median list price of listings available in February 2025 was $369,941, while the average time on the real estate market was 44 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.