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Sold on 01/09/2023
Diane Zavala of Compass

516 E 42nd St #2W, Chicago, IL 60653

$296,000

Last sold 01/09/2023 for $280K

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,700

    Sqft ($165/Sqft)

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About 516 E 42nd St #2W

Property type Condominium
Neighborhood
Year built 2005
HOA fee $200/month
Movoto estimate
Rental estimate
Property description
Check out this spacious 2nd floor 3 bed/2 bath condo in Bronzeville. Freshly painted unit features an open floor-plan, newly refinished hardwood floors with detailed floor inlay, gas fireplace, updated kitchen with stainless appliances and crown molding. Enjoy lots of natural light throughout and a Juliette balcony off the living room. Generous size bedrooms and a spacious master bedroom with an updated en-suite master bath featuring a separate tub and shower. Plenty of closet space and in-unit washer/dryer. Unit also has an additional deck off the master bedroom. 1 exterior parking included. Dog park next door! Convenient access to the lake, public transit, Green Line, Mariano's and UofC/IIT. This is a true gem!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Diane Zavala
Listing Office - Compass
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#11682869 • last updated 3 years ago
Movoto checked MRED for data 5 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Natural Gas
Levels/Style 3
MLS # 11682869
Status Closed
SubType Condo
Living Area 1700
Type Attached Single
Property Tax $ 4370
Year Built 2005
Buyer Agent Commission 2.5%-$395, % Of Net Sale Price
HOA Fee $ 200, Monthly
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Basement None, None
Total # of Rooms 6
Accessibility Features No
# Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Gas Log, Living Room
Exterior
Exterior Brick
Parking Desc Space/s
# Parking Spaces 1
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
Water Source Public
HOA Amenities Intercom
# Units in Building 6
Location
Area CHI - Grand Boulevard
County Cook
Elementary School District 299
Middle School District 299
High School District 299
APN 20032170381004
Directions MLK N Or S To 42nd. East To Property.
$296K
Range: $272K-$319K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $2,747/month
Gross rent multiplier: 8.5 - Good
  • Feb 2023
    Public Records
  • Feb 27, 2023 Sold
    $280,000
  • Feb 2023
    mls logo MLS # 11682869
  • Feb 23, 2023 Sold
    $280,000
  • Jan 9, 2023 Active
    —
  • Dec 5, 2022 Listed
    $280,000
  • Nov 2022
    mls logo MLS # 11627471
  • Nov 13, 2022 Active
    —
  • Sep 20, 2022 Listed
    —
  • Sep 16, 2022 Active
    —
  • Sep 12, 2022 Listed
    $280,000 (+211.1%)
  • Feb 2015
    mls logo MLS # 08732279
  • Feb 25, 2015 Sold
    $90,000 (-9.9%)
  • Feb 13, 2015 Contingent
    —
  • Feb 1, 2015 Price Change
    $99,900 (-20.0%)
  • Jan 20, 2015 Listed
    $124,900 (-16.7%)
  • Dec 30, 2014 Contingent
    —
  • Nov 25, 2014 Price Change
    $149,900 (-11.8%)
  • Oct 24, 2014 Price Change
    $169,900 (-8.1%)
  • Oct 20, 2014 Re-Activated
    —
  • Oct 14, 2014 Contingent
    —
  • Sep 18, 2014 Listed
    $184,900 (-42.0%)
  • Jul 2009
    mls logo MLS # 07173586
  • Jul 1, 2009 Expired
    —
  • Mar 30, 2009 Listed
    $319,000 (+16.0%)
  • Aug 2007
    Public Records
  • Aug 9, 2007 Sold
    $275,000
  • Aug 2007
    mls logo MLS # 06519436
  • Aug 6, 2007 Sold
    $274,900
  • May 17, 2007 Listed
    $274,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2023
    $4,590 +3.1%
    $24,999
  • 2022
    $4,452 +1.9%
    $24,999
  • 2021
    $4,370 +65.4%
    $24,999 +67.07%
  • 2020
    $2,642 +0.6%
    $14,963 -9.31%
  • 2019
    $2,626 +1.8%
    $16,499
  • 2018
    $2,581 +4.7%
    $16,499 +11.29%
  • 2017
    $2,465 -0.2%
    $14,825
  • 2016
    $2,469 +10.4%
    $14,825
  • 2015
    $2,236 -24.5%
    $14,825
  • 2014
    $2,962 +2.4%
    —
  • 2013
    $2,892
    —
  • 516 E 42nd St #2W
    $280K
  • Grand Boulevard
    $267K -24% y/y
  • 60653
    $344K +16% y/y
  • Chicago
    $365K +4% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
516 E 42nd St #2e, Chicago, IL 60653 $296,000 3/2 1,700 0
516 E 42nd St #3w, Chicago, IL 60653 $281,000 3/2 1,400 0
516 E 42nd St #1w, Chicago, IL 60653 $296,000 3/2 1,700 0
516 E 42nd St #1e, Chicago, IL 60653 $289,000 3/2 1,600 0
516 E 42nd St #3e, Chicago, IL 60653 $300,000 3/2 1,700 0
525 E Bowen Ave #3, Chicago, IL 60653 $320,000 3/2 1,615 0.04
525 E Bowen Ave #2, Chicago, IL 60653 $314,000 3/2 1,550 0.04
525 E Bowen Ave #1, Chicago, IL 60653 $403,000 4/3 3,100 0.04

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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