2040 N  Seminary Ave, Chicago, IL 60614
PENDING

2040 N Seminary Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

Lincoln Park
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 5,600 sqft
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 5,600 sqft

$2,550,000

Est. Mortgage $17,759/mo*

Local Information

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Description

Spectacular, sun-drenched, Lincoln Park custom remodeled 5BR/4.1BA single family home situated in the heart of the trendy and walkable Armitage area on one of Lincoln Park's most desirable A+ blocks. This dazzling, light-filled home with ideal east/west exposure delights with its lofty ceiling heights, dramatic spaces, amazing windows, and magazine-caliber interior design. Gather family and friends to give your holiday toasts from the striking custom staircase created by Iron and Wire rising upward under a 22FT sky-lit atrium. Not to be outdone, the exceptional one-of-a-kind primary suite offers 23FT ceilings elevating into an upper level office and den area from which hangs a breathtaking 15FT Sogni di Cristallo chandelier handmade in Italy of Venetian blown glass. The home's main level has airy 12FT ceilings, fabulous wall space for displaying art, and a large west-facing family room off of the kitchen that opens effortlessly onto a spacious terrace with attached Solaire infrared gas grill and an adjoining garage roof top deck. The stunning chef's eat-in kitchen includes top-of-the-line Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances with two ovens plus a warming drawer, Silestone Lyra quartz countertops, custom cabinetry with 66" tall double-box uppers and numerous specialty features, and mosaic stainless steel backsplash with under-cabinet lighting. Every bathroom has been remodeled including the sumptuous primary bath with heated floors, waterfall shower with body sprays, tranquil soaker tub, extra-wide vanity with quartz countertops, and adjacent walk-in closet organized by California Closets. Other fine features include 5" white oak hardwood floors, blue Murano glass chandelier, chevron mosaic fireplace, custom glass and oak railings, and a remodeled basement with breezeway to an attached two car garage. Meticulously maintained home from top to bottom including all new Marvin windows throughout. Welcome home to the very best of urban residential living!

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$455
Listed
60 days ago

Home Details for 2040 N Seminary Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Pending

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,EnglishNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Laundry, Storage, Balcony Porch Lanai, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Office, Terrace, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Living Room, Deck, Bedroom 2, Recreation RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5600 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Built-In Oven, Range Hood, HumidifierDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,In UnitMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Indv Controls,ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 3Fireplace: Family Room, Living Room, Master BedroomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s), Storms/ScreensFlooring: Hardwood, Heated Floors
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Heated Floors
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, Patio, Roof DeckExterior: Balcony, Outdoor Grill, BreezewayFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Other Parking: Driveway (Off Alley)Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached, Open
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 60

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1989Year Renovated: 2020
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, ConcreteNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 14322220460000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,550,000Price Per Sqft: $455
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Apr 12 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Chicago
School Information
Elementary School: Oscar Mayer Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School District: 299High School: Lincoln Park High SchoolHigh School District: 299

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 11991019

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3124.9944 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5%-$495Buyer Agency Commission Type: See Remarks:
Notes
The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11991019

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMlg Can ViewMlg Can Use: IDX
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Keith Wilkey, (773) 742-1318
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11991019

Price History for 2040 N Seminary Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/18/2024$2,550,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11991019
02/27/2024$2,550,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11991019
10/18/2023$2,625,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11911122
08/10/2023$2,775,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11761949
04/18/2023$2,795,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11761949
04/23/2012$1,705,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07991714
02/09/2012$1,749,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/06/2011$1,875,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/12/2011$1,950,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/19/1993$720,000Sold
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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2021
Tax$32,148
Assessment$1,598,690
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Sold Date
Bed
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Sqft
0.12
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6
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0.10
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$2,437,500
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7
5,680
0.06
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$4,000,000
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$3,300,000
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6
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$1,850,000
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5,000
0.30
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$2,375,000
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6
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2040 N Seminary Ave, Chicago, IL 60614 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,600 sqft single-family home built in 1989. 2040 N Seminary Ave is located in Lincoln Park, Chicago. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Feb 27, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 11991019.