Active

1443 W Birchwood

Chicago IL, 60626

$799,000


$287.31 per sqft

Active

3 Beds

3 Baths

2,781 sqft

Residential

Built in 1911

Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Stunning vintage dream home on oversized lot with a yard to get lost in. Current owners have lived in this grand old Arts & Crafts gem for 30 years, letting the house itself direct tasteful upgrades to suit their 21st century lives--and quite possibly yours. A driveway leads from Birchwood Street to the garage instead of alley access, allowing for plenty of guest parking for social events. A huge backyard garden planted with a variety of perennials opens to the neighboring yard for a park-like feel of grand proportions. It's a magical setting with gorgeous old trees for birdwatching and just 1-1/2 blocks from the lakefront. A "waterfall" wooden stairway leads to the back porch and the door to the elegant, perfectly appointed, kitchen with a Bosch dishwasher, New GE Microwave & Samsung range/oven capable of air frying and more, KitchenAid refrigerator, and a Jenn-Air range with grilling capabilities. These modern appliances are nestled comfortably among natural wood cabinets that complement the original wood trim throughout the rest of this beautiful home. The long dining counter that seats family while those engaged in meal prep looks out over the peaceful arbor that is the backyard. A nearby powder room provides plenty of storage. Pause at the front door for a glimpse of a foyer with an original mosaic tile floor. The living room is generously proportioned and features a well-maintained woodburning fireplace. Original pocket-doors reveal a vintage dining room, complete with original stained-glass windows. What an inspiration for large Holiday dinners! Head upstairs and imagine relaxing in the comfort of one of the three bedrooms, all nicely sized-- particularly the primary bedroom and bath. Wish there were 4 bedrooms? Go downstairs to the finished basement suite. Now used as an office, it could fare equally well as an extra living space or 4th bedroom (with its own contemporary full bathroom, with shower). Practical people, the current owners invested in a flood control system to protect their investment and ensure a dry basement. Luckily for you, it comes with a lifetime guarantee transferrable to new owners. Other upgrades include replacing all lead pipes and water service lines. Every inch of this outstanding Rogers Park home provides new surprises. Like the vintage wall-mounted dial phone that actually works! Or the sound system wired from the shelves next to the fireplace to carry music throughout the home. Or dial-up a/c system that splits the access to cool, clean, refreshing air. Top it all off with a cedar shingle "Shaker" roof, true to the original roof of the home.

12076262

MLS ID

July 8, 2024

Listed

November 25, 2024

Updated

Map

1443 W Birchwood
Chicago IL, 60626

Interior Features

Bedrooms

3


Total Bathrooms

3


Full Bathrooms

2


Half Bathrooms

1


Interior Features

Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Bookcases, Ceiling - 9 Foot, Center Hall Plan, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Some Window Treatment, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Some Storm Doors, Plaster


Appliances

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop


Laundry Description

Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink


Fireplace

Yes


Fireplace Description

Wood Burning


Cooling

Yes


Cooling Description

Central Air


Heating

Yes


Heating Description

Natural Gas

Exterior/Building Features

Architectual Style

Prairie


Sewer

Public Sewer

School Information

School District

299

Other Property Details

Area Name

CHI - Rogers Park


Taxes

$9,803


Tax Frequency

Annually


Days on Market

129


Garage

Yes


Garage Spaces

1


Parking

Driveway


Parking Total

5


View

No


County

Cook


Municipality

Rogers Park


Water Source

Lake Michigan


Pool

No

Listing History

Date

Event

Price

11/7/2024

Active

10/16/2024

Under contract

9/11/2024

Price change

$799,000

-6%

Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, John Diederich,
Listing Contact: 773-430-2300 

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