50 E Cedar St, Chicago, IL 60611
OFF MARKET

50 E Cedar St
Chicago, IL 60611

Gold Coast
  • 6 Beds
  • 5.5 Baths
  • 5,000 sqft

$3,302,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $21,953/mo*
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$3,302,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 30, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $21,953/mo*
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6 Beds
5.5 Baths
5,000 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Sensational location and amazing, unexpected outdoor space like nothing you have seen in the city! This timeless Romanesque designed single family home was built in 1892 by important architect L. Gustav Hallberg. Entering the home through the wood paneled vestibule into the central foyer with 12-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and access to all the spacious rooms on the first floor. The double living rooms have matching detailed gas fireplaces, large south facing windows that bring in generous natural light. The sitting room has a gorgeous pocket door as you enter into the stunning dining room with wood paneling, fireplace, gold leaf ceiling and hidden bar. Truly a gracious space for entertaining. The light filled eat in cook's kitchen features a spacious island and granite countertops. But the prime feature is the bank of windows overlooking the beautiful views of the expansive backyard and patio. Totally unexpected. The grand staircase with original wood paneling leads up to the second floor where you are greeted to the Music room/library with built in bookcases, featuring antique ornamentation and framed by a dramatic architectural arch from Thailand. The Primary suite features a fireplace, two walk in closets and spacious primary bath. Large family room with fireplace, built in bookcases, overlooks tree-lined Cedar Street. A second full bathroom, laundry and wet bar complete this floor. Stairs to the third floor has an amazing skylight and leads to four large bedrooms, two full baths, and two additional fireplaces. (The house has a total of 7 gas fireplaces.) Lower level offers office space, one bedroom apartment with kitchenette, full bath, and a private entrance to Cedar Street. This unique space is ideal for a home office, separate quarters for a nanny or adult family member. The lower level also features a cedar closet, abundance of storage and additional laundry. The backyard is like nothing else, gorgeous professionally landscaped garden and patio with pergola and gazebo . You will feel like you are on a European vacation in this is spectacular outdoor space. This special home is located on the tree lined Cedar Street which is just steps to the lake, high end shopping and dining. A prime, easy-access deeded parking spot across the street conveys with the house.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from January 10, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 50 E Cedar St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,FullNumber of Rooms: 15Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Kitchen 2 Nd, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Mud Room, Office, Sitting Room, Walk In ClosetWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 5Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5000 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range HoodDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Upper Level,Multiple Locations,SinkMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 7Fireplace: Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Den/Library, Dining RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, Skylight(s)Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioOther Structures: Pergola
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Off Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1898Year Renovated: 2002
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Greystone
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, StoneNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 17032010480000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,750,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Nov 15 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Chicago
School Information
Elementary School: Ogden ElementaryElementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School: Ogden ElementaryJr High / Middle School District: 299High School: Lincoln Park High SchoolHigh School District: 299

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3483 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12035461Back On Market Date: Sun Aug 18 2024

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Emily Destefano, (847) 763-0200
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Marilee Moyer, (312) 550-3508, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12035461

Price History for 50 E Cedar St

DatePriceEventSource
01/08/2025$1,550,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12035461
11/27/2024$1,750,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12035461
11/16/2024$1,750,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12035461
09/09/2024$1,750,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12035461
08/18/2024$1,950,000PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12035461
08/13/2024$1,950,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12035461
08/13/2024$1,950,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12035461
04/22/2024$2,150,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12035461
02/13/2024$2,295,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11979600
09/11/2023$2,375,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11881914
06/15/2023$2,450,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11808998
05/30/2023$2,600,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11792634

Market trends in Gold Coast

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$539K
$31.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
96.4%
0.9%MoM
Price per sq ft
$367
$17MoM
Available listings
166
5MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$2,940,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 50 E Cedar St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1252 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,725,000
04/08/26
5
6
5,000
69 E Cedar St, Chicago, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$1,875,000
12/03/25
5
4
5,112
34 E Bellevue Pl, Chicago Heights, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$3,175,000
06/08/26
5
5.5
6,500
55 E Elm St, Chicago, IL
0.02
Single-Family Home
$2,065,000
03/10/26
4
4
4,222
1407 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$2,300,000
10/16/25
6
4.5
5,000
53 E Bellevue Pl, Chicago, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$3,625,000
03/31/26
5
5.5
6,500
1242 N Astor St, Chicago, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$2,650,000
07/25/25
5
5
5,100
1312 N Astor St, Chicago, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,520,000
04/24/26
5
4
5,991

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Neighborhood Overview

Gold Coast
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What Locals Say about Gold Coast

At least 279 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 84 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say kids play outside

  • 41 % Say parking is easy

  • 37 % Say it's quiet

  • 32 % Say there are community events

  • 28 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 23 % Say car is needed

  • 18 % Say there's wildlife

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  • LAMOTAS
    "Dogs everywhere on leash. Plenty of grass. Plenty of exercise. Options to get out of the city easily."
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  • Lori Roberts
    "It’s a lovely neighborhood and you see lots of moms and some dads pushing a stroller with their baby l/babies. It seems safe, but crime does come into the area sometimes. I’ve never seen that though."
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    "There are plenty of people walking their dogs around this neighborhood so it will definitely be a common occurrence to see people walking their dogs"
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    "Overall safe area. usually heavy traffic. Close to beaches, great for summertime. Close to best restaurants and grocery stores."
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    "Great - wonderful - fantastic - superb - great - fantastic - amazing - excellent - running out of things to say"
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    "This area is safe and friendly. I always feel comfortable going outside and walking my dog at anytime or walking home from the bars. There is a heavy police presence in the area so you will never be far from one. I am in walking distance of grocery stores and parks and coffee shops. "
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  • Maralyn O.
    "If you live in the historic part the trees are wonderful lining the streets. And it’s quiet tucked away in some of these streets. High end shopping and dining in this area."
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  • Dorothy A.
    "Transportation is easy and many services available. Walkable to many places. Major subway lines and buses, lakefront bike path, very walkable."
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  • Dorothy A.
    "It is near the park and beach and safe. It has nice stores for shopping. It has good transportation to downtown museums."
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  • Joseph G.
    "I find this neighborhood to be diversified and have blocks of different architecture, good maintenance. "
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  • Renblank
    "11 minutes to get the loop via a cab for about 10 dollars. Red line is also very convenient and so it the bus."
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  • Dan F.
    "Incredible proximity to the lake, mag mile, and city center. Amazing waking stress and close to the park. Arguably, the most desirable area to live in Chicago"
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  • Madelynn J.
    "Sometimes crowded on the 151 bus, but they’re pretty frequent. I would leave some extra time. The red line also is super crowded at the clark/division in the morning so leave some extra time. Always better to have more time than not enough when trying to commute from this part of town"
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  • Joseph G.
    "Convenient, but needs better scheduling during peak hrs. Also, bus status at each stop! Dangerous to be standing out! "
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    "It is beautiful and clean and it has gorgeous views of the lake with little crime. All of the buildings are well kept. It feels like the upper east side of New York. "
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  • KT
    "I travel a lot for work, so my commute is typically a cab to the airport. Cabs are readily available in the neighborhood. I prefer them to Uber / Lyft, which are also readily available in the neighborhood. Other than that, probably 95% or more of my trips are by foot."
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  • W.S.
    "The festivals during the Summer months are lively, many are music based yet also have art related aspects to them as well."
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  • K
    "I travel frequently for work. O’Hare is about a 25 minute cab ride Monday morning. Thursday night varies a lot but is usually 45-55 minutes. When I’m not traveling, my office is in the Loop, a pleasant 30 minute walk from my apartment."
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  • Asya p.
    "Beautiful, well manicured lawns; abundance of fun places to grab food and drinks, lots of groceries, and shopping. Close to the lake. "
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  • Stefano M.
    "Extremely close to the lake, beautiful neighborhood feeling with great access to restaurants, supermarkets and shops "
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  • Mklarchek
    "Friendly people! Clean, people pick up after their dogs. Dogs are on their leashes. Garbage cans every few blocks. "
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  • Ctsuji
    "Best neighborhood in the U.S. people are kind. You get to know a lot of people and everything is close."
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  • Delmonico3
    "everything is near me i like this town and i live here for a long time there is a lot of people i know "
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  • Lauracbritton
    "This neighborhood has the perfect mix of access to the beautiful Magnificent Mile, and a cozy feel with parks and beaches. It's an easy walk to public transportation and the Loop. During the winter, every tree in the whole neighborhood is covered in white lights. It's magical. This area is served by K-12 Ogden International School, which has a 1+ rating with CPS -- the highest rating possible."
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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information
50 E Cedar St, Chicago, IL 60611 is a 6 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 5,000 sqft single-family home built in 1898. 50 E Cedar St is located in Gold Coast, Chicago. This property is not currently available for sale. 50 E Cedar St was last sold on Jan 8, 2025 for $1,550,000 (11% lower than the asking price of $1,750,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 50 E Cedar St is $3,302,000.