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Sold on 09/24/2023
Andrea Allen of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

736 E 42nd St, Chicago, IL 60653

  • $417,000

    Last sold 09/24/2023 after 12 Days

  • 4

    bed

  • 4

    bath

  • 2,491

    Sqft ($167/Sqft)

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About 736 E 42nd St

Property type House
Neighborhood
HOA fee $0/month
Property description
(Buyers cancelled prior to inspection). Welcome to this beautifully updated greystone in historic Bronzeville. With 4 bedrooms and 3.1 bathrooms, this home offers a perfect blend of modern convenience and vintage charm. The abundance of natural light illuminates the stunning hardwood floors throughout the home, showcasing its timeless appeal. The upper level features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing ample space for comfortable living. The kitchen boasts granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and opens up to a formal dining room, creating an ideal space for entertaining. Storage is plentiful throughout the home, with additional storage in the basement along with a family room, the fourth bedroom and a full bathroom. Enjoy the outdoors on the deck just off the kitchen, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beautiful backyard. The proximity to a nearby park with a playground and track adds to the convenience of this location, with a dog park also within nearby. Explore all that Bronzeville has to offer, including its vibrant shops and restaurants along Cottage Grove and 43rd Street. With close proximity to both Lake Shore Drive and 90/94, as well as the convenience of Mariano's nearby, this home offers easy access to the best that the neighborhood has to offer. Plus easy and plentiful street parking. Don't miss the opportunity to make this stunning greystone your new home.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Andrea Allen
Listing Office - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#11883238 • last updated 2 years ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
MLS # 11883238
Status Closed
SubType 2 Stories
Living Area 2491
Type Detached Single
Property Tax $ 3626.95
Buyer Agent Commission 2.5%-$495, % Of Net Sale Price
HOA Fee $ 0, Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 3
# Half Baths 1
Basement Finished
Add'l Room(s) No Additional Rooms
Dining Room Separate
Total # of Rooms 8
Accessibility Features No
# Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Decorative, Living Room
Exterior
Exterior Stone
Parking Desc None
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
Water Source Public
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area CHI - Grand Boulevard
County Cook
Elementary School District 299
Middle School District 299
High School District 299
APN 20032190380000
Directions COTTAGE GROVE TO 42ND WEST
We are not permitted to show value estimates for this property.
  • Oct 2023
    mls logo MLS # 11883238
  • Oct 26, 2023 Sold
    $417,000 (+0.5%)
  • Oct 11, 2023 Pending
  • Sep 26, 2023 Active
  • Sep 21, 2023 Listed
  • Sep 18, 2023 Active
  • Sep 12, 2023 Listed
    $415,000 (-2.4%)
  • Aug 2023
    mls logo MLS # 11859936
  • Aug 18, 2023 Listed
    $425,000
  • Jul 2023
    mls logo MLS # 11814510
  • Jul 12, 2023 Active
  • Jun 22, 2023 Listed
    $425,000 (+59.2%)
  • Jun 2013
    mls logo MLS # 08313726
  • Jun 17, 2013 Sold
    $267,000 (-4.3%)
  • Apr 10, 2013 Listed
    $279,000 (+213.8%)
  • Nov 2012
    mls logo MLS # 08176557
  • Nov 29, 2012 Sold
    $88,900 (+1.1%)
  • Oct 9, 2012 Listed
    $87,900 (-42.9%)
  • Nov 2010
    mls logo MLS # 07460313
  • Nov 1, 2010 Expired
  • Mar 4, 2010 Listed
    $154,000 (-21.0%)
  • Nov 2009
    mls logo MLS # 07139141
  • Nov 22, 2009 Expired
  • Feb 18, 2009 Listed
    $194,900 (-59.0%)
  • Sep 2008
    mls logo MLS # 06968905
  • Sep 17, 2008 Cancelled
  • Jul 18, 2008 Listed
    $475,000 (+11.8%)
  • Jul 2008
    mls logo MLS # 06873303
  • Jul 18, 2008 Cancelled
  • Apr 23, 2008 Listed
    $424,951 (-4.5%)
  • Apr 2008
    mls logo MLS # 06771019
  • Apr 14, 2008 Expired
  • Jan 13, 2008 Listed
    $444,951
  • 736 E 42nd St
    $417K
  • Grand Boulevard
    $267K -32% y/y
  • 60653
    $350K +12% y/y
  • Chicago
    $379K +5% y/y
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