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Chicago, IL 60610,1239 N Dearborn ST
Chicago, IL 60610,1239 N Dearborn ST
Chicago, IL 60610,1239 N Dearborn ST
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Jessika Bennett

Jessika Bennett

+1(331) 684-5003
$1,960,000
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8 Beds
7 Baths
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Key Details

Property Type Multi-Family

Sub Type Two to Four Units

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

MLS Listing ID 12318050

Bedrooms 8

Annual Tax Amount $46,381

Tax Year 2023

Lot Dimensions 26 X 125

Property Sub-Type Two to Four Units

Property Description

Once home to great American author Ernest Hemingway and walking distance to Chicago's amazing lakefront, 1239 N. Dearborn St. is a 7 bed/6.5 bath, historic brownstone in the heart of the Gold Coast with three decks, a patio, a coach house and a two-car garage. Originally built in 1898 and located on a 3,300-square-foot lot that sits on a lovely, tree-lined stretch of Dearborn, amid some of Chicago's finest homes, the literary history here is enchanting: After their honeymoon in 1921, Hemingway and his wife Hadley lived in an apartment on the fourth floor before moving to Paris, where he wrote "The Sun Also Rises," "A Farewell to Arms," and his memoir, "A Moveable Feast." Most recently situated as a multifamily divided up into rentals, the entire brownstone plus coach house is now for sale, presenting endless possibilities as an investment property including the option to renovate to transform its beautiful bones into a multilevel, single-family home. The brick and limestone exterior has been maintained to uphold its stately, turn-of-the-century character, including tall arched windows and decorative stonework. Inside, the main level flaunts high ceilings, original hardwood floors and millwork details across a foyer, a light-filled formal living room, a dining room with fireplace, a back-of-the-house kitchen, and a bonus space that links to two decks (9'4" x 15'2" and 12'7" x 7'4"). Upstairs, the second level is perfect for a deluxe primary suite and currently features three bedrooms (two that are ensuite, one with a balcony and another with a walk-in closet), two full baths, and upstairs laundry. The top level reveals three additional bedrooms, two more full baths, and a bonus space that's ideal for a den or office. Downstairs, the ground level features two studio spaces (one with a kitchenette) that connect to a large outdoor patio (23'5" x 24'10"). Plus, there's a basement level with more bonus space, yet another full bath, a laundry room, utilities, and abundant storage. Situated above the detached garage, the bi-level coach house features a foyer, a living room, a kitchen, three bedrooms and a full bath, and has the potential to be a fabulous standalone apartment for in-laws, extended-stay guests or an au pair. With a spectacular location that's steps from the 3 Arts Club and Green City Market's outdoor farmers market, not to mention Chicago's most prestigious schools and world-class dining and shopping along the Mag Mile and Oak Street, 1239 N. Dearborn St. is a truly one-of-a-kind property with untapped potential and incredible value built right in.

Location

State IL

County Cook

Area Chi - Near North Side

Rooms

Basement Partial

Interior

Heating Natural Gas

Fireplace N

Exterior

Parking Features Detached

Garage Spaces 2.0

Community Features Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Building

Lot Description Fenced Yard, Streetlights

Dwelling Type Two to Four Units

Sewer Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm

Water Lake Michigan

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Ogden Elementary

High Schools Lincoln Park High School

School District 299 , 299, 299

Others

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

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Listed by Timothy Salm • Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
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