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Address
3736 S Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Price
$ 1,200,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#12580025
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyCOOK
- CityChicago
- AreaCHI - Douglas
- Zip60653
- StyleVictorian
- Year Built1890
- Taxes$ 16214
- Price$ 1,200,000
- Bedrooms8
- Full Bathrooms10
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage11108
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description
A mansion in Bronzeville, built in the 19th century for a leading grain dealer and later used as a Black-owned hospital, is on the market for the first time in three decades, who has carefully restored many of its ornate historical finishes.Take a look back into the 19th century with this architectural masterpiece. Located in Chicago's historic Bronzeville neighborhood, this original home, built in 1890, offers a rare combination of Gilded Age grandeur and significant investment potential. house, a massive brownstone structure, rich with stone details including columns, window pediments and an ornate parapet, is one of the visible old bones that enhance Bronzeville's appeal. When it was built in 1890, the neighborhood then known as Grand Boulevard was where meatpackers and other prominent people built fancy homes. Adolph J. Lichtstern and his wife, Marion, built this one in 1890. The Chicago Tribune referred to Adolph, or A.J., as "a Board of Trade man and capitalist," who invested in Chicago real estate alongside his position as one of the nation's biggest traders in wheat. The Lichtsterns had a summer house in Glencoe, which apparently became their full-time home in the late 1910s. amazing home will take you back to the 18th century with its amazing Grand Stairway and Chandeliers and stunning woodwork, Huge Pocket Doors, and historic design all kept in tack. With so many possibilities for you to restore and design this home into your own. The main home has 6 bedrooms/ 6 baths plus 11 fireplaces and is 3 levels with a Grand stairway and views of the city from the Grand Ballroom on the top floor. On the ground level are 2 separate living quarters one is a 3 bed 1 bath and the other a 2 bed and 1 bath currently rented in addition to that is the attached Guest House with a separate address of 3738 which is under the same pin number as the main home and has 2 bed/2 bath and is 2 stories high also currently rented out.Bringing the Home with a Total of 13 Bedrooms and 10 Bathrooms!!! The building was tuck pointed 2 years ago. There is a brick Detached 3 car garage with the driveway off the alley.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Listed $1,200,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 11108 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Natural Gas,Forced Air,Baseboard,Radiant,Sep Heating Systems - 2+ |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Closing |
| Roof | Asphalt |
| Appliances | Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer |
| Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Architectural Style | Victorian |
| Construction Materials | Brick,Stone |
| Year Built | 1890 |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers |
| Township | South Chicago |
| Tax Year | 2024 |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Community Features | Park,Sidewalks,Street Lights |
| Assoc Fee Paid Per | Not Applicable |
| County | Cook |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Other Structures | Guest House |
| Total Rooms | 17 |
| Full Baths | 10 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | East or West on 35th South on Michigan to property |
| City | Chicago |
| High School District | 299 |
| MLS Area | CHI - Douglas |
| Tax Annual Amount | 16214.12 |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Virtual Tour | https://sites.themediacollective.co/3736-S-Michigan-Ave/idx |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | 299 |
| Elementary School District | 299 |
| Property Type | Detached Single |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | In-Law Floorplan,Beamed Ceilings,Open Floorplan |
|---|---|
| Basement | Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Total Fireplaces | 11 |
| Fireplace Features | Electric |
| Laundry Features | Upper Level,In Unit |
| Total Bedrooms | 8 |
| Room Type | Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Foyer,Den,Sitting Room,Office,Kitchen,Great Room,Bedroom 7,Bedroom 8 |
| LivingAreaSource | Assessor |
| Total Baths | 10 |
| Bedrooms Possible | 8 |
| Bathroom | Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Soaking Tub |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Balcony |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | Side Driveway,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot |
| Water Source | Lake Michigan |
| Total Parking | 3 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter |
| Lot Dimensions | 50X200 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Other Equipment | Ceiling Fan(s) |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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