1229 E 50th St, Chicago, IL 60615
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OFF MARKET

1229 E 50th St
Chicago, IL 60615

Kenwood
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,757 sqft

$1,273,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,697/mo*
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$1,273,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,697/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,757 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.27M
Since last month
Decreased$25K (-1.9%)
Since last year
Increased$128K (+11.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$483K (+61.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +58% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$1.27M
July 2026$1.27M
June 2026$1.3M
May 2026$1.23M
April 2026$1.24M
March 2026$1.21M
February 2026$1.18M
January 2026$1.12M
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1344 E Madison Park, Chicago, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$960,000
10/21/25
4
3.5
3,200
4959 S Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$910,000
05/22/26
4
4
3,600
1220 E 48th St, Chicago, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,000,000
06/25/26
3
4
2,458
4940 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$800,000
10/07/25
4
3
3,414
5126 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
10/24/25
4
3
3,000
5114 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$400,000
09/08/25
4
3.5
3,378
5428 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$875,000
05/05/26
4
3
2,931
1036 E Hyde Park Blvd, Chicago, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$987,500
12/02/25
7
5
4,761
1150 E 49th St, Chicago, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
09/18/25
5
4
4,500
4923 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,089,500
09/24/25
5
2.5
3,300

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1226 E Madison Park #C, Chicago, IL 60615
0.04
$519,900
3
3
2,400
Off Market
4943 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
0.07
$3,768,500
6
6.5
7,720
Off Market
1236 E Madison Park #1E, Chicago, IL 60615
0.03
$600,000
4
2.5
2,500
Off Market
1236 E Madison Park #4E, Chicago, IL 60615
0.03
$664,700
4
3
2,500
Off Market
1234 E Madison Park #3W, Chicago, IL 60615
0.03
$660,000
4
3
2,400
Recently Sold
1236 E Madison Park #3E, Chicago, IL 60615
0.03
$705,200
4
2.5
2,500
Off Market
5004 S Woodlawn Ave #1, Chicago, IL 60615
0.08
$442,800
3
3
2,481
Off Market
5004 S Woodlawn Ave #2, Chicago, IL 60615
0.08
$570,900
3
3
2,300
Off Market
5012 S Woodlawn Ave #3, Chicago, IL 60615
0.08
$740,100
5
3
3,800
Off Market
1216 E Hyde Park Blvd #1S, Chicago, IL 60615
0.07
$306,000
3
2
1,800
Recently Sold
1143 E 50th St #2, Chicago, IL 60615
0.10
$258,200
2
1
1,200
Off Market
5333 S Dorchester Ave #3A, Chicago, IL 60615
0.10
$280,000
2
2
1,300
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1889
Living Area
2,757 sqft
Price/Sqft
$462
Parking
None

About this House

1st time on the market in 42 yrs., this charming Victorian exudes historic character, from its steeply pitched gabled roofline, detailed corbelled chimney, to its stick style framing. Lovingly maintained w/ 11' coved ceilings, stunning oak woodwork w/Eastlake detailing, unique stained glass and 3 orig. fps. Large eat-in kitch, Master BR suite w/ wbfp and bath. Deck overlooks lg. yard w/ room for garage or pkg pad.
1229 E 50th St, Chicago, IL 60615 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,757 sqft single-family home in Kenwood, built in 1889. It last sold for $790,000 on Sep 11, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,273,100, with a rent estimate of $4,339/month.

Home Details for 1229 E 50th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherHeating Fuel: Other
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1889
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7501 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 11, 2015
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08899265
Sold
$790,000
May 30, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$840,000
Apr 22, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$840,000

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$389K
$10.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$294
$8MoM
Available listings
5488
263MoM
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Kenwood

At least 27 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 85 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 59 % Say car is needed

  • 59 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 48 % Say there are community events

  • 37 % Say parking is easy

  • 32 % Say there's wildlife

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    "That area is peaceful for working people and is great for people who have animals and it very clean area"
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    "There are a lot of great schools and parks! You’ll find child friendly events, book fairs, and lots of great restaurants. "
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    "I lived in this neighborhood for Two years now very safe, clean and Friendly. This is a neighborhood I would move to if I was coming from out of town "
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    "Farmer’s markets, live music and small festivals. Very friendly and warming neighborhood. Enjoy the diverse atmosphere."
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    "Hyde Park is racially diverse, lots of opportunities for early childhood enrichment, lots of parks and beaches and a good toy store at Toys, etc. "
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    "i have lived here for over 5 years i can say that this is genuinely the safest place to live. many shops around and friendly neighborhoods"
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  • Tamelag
    "Kenwood is a wonderful community. It is safe, family oriented and very diverse. I enjoy raising my family in this neighborhood. "
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  • Abraham L.
    "the commute is amazing here. you can access anywhere in the city within twenty minutes. the public transit options are numerous. "
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  • Fred
    "The Kenwood/Hyde Park neighborhood is diverse and relaxed. It has beautiful architecture and a long history of multicultural community. Plus the nearby university makes this a world class community."
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  • Giffanytates
    "I love that I can walk everywhere in my neighborhood, Target, grocery stores, pharmacy, dentists, etc."
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  • Msgoldstein100
    "I have lived here for 30 years. Much improved - especially since our President's house is just 3 blocks away! :)"
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Frequently asked questions about 1229 E 50th St

  • What is 1229 E 50th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1229 E 50th St in Chicago, IL is $1,273,100.
  • What is the price history for 1229 E 50th St?
    1229 E 50th St in Chicago, IL last sold for $790,000 in September 2015.
  • Is Chicago a buyer's or seller's market?
    Chicago is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Chicago?
    The median sale price in Chicago is $389K. That is up $10.33K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 1229 E 50th St?
    The lot at 1229 E 50th St in Chicago, IL is about 0.17 acres (7,501 sq ft).