Rare opportunity to own one of Humboldt Park's favorite houses. This pink abode looks as if it just dropped from the sky, by way of New Orleans. Be prepared for passerbyers to stop and ask you about your home, because it is truly a sight to see. They don't make homes like this anymore. Expansive 10 foot ceilings and extra tall windows to match bathe the interior living space with natural light. Much of the home has been upgraded over the last 3 years, retaining the the vintage charm with the original solid wood doors, wood millwork and trim, while enhancing the look with custom elements. New Wisconsin grown white oak herringbone floors add elegance throughout the home. The kitchen has been transformed into a cooks paradise including new walnut butcher block counter tops and ample counter space. The kitchen & eating area is bathed in natural light making food prep and hanging out an absolute pleasure. All new appliances including a Kucht range, Bosch dishwasher, and LG refrigerator. The half bath on the first floor has been completely upgraded including tasteful ceramic tile flooring. Sweeping original spiral staircase to 2nd floor adds a cool vintage touch. Up to the second floor with 3 large bedrooms including a giant master bedroom with plenty of space that can easily accommodate a king sized bed. 2nd floor continues the theme of amazingly tall ceilings and tall windows that result in tons of glorious natural light. The full bath has been recently upgraded and includes a vintage iron clawfoot bathtub. Some of the other upgrades including custom made New Orleans style front door (designed and built in New Orleans by a master woodworker and shipped here), imported and vintage lighting fixtures, custom made ironwork balcony and porch, custom made ironwork fence, custom made stair runner and custom made stained glass transom, and new designer kitchen light fixtures. Additionally there is a full unfinished basement, ready for your vision to transform it. The New Orleans inspired balcony is perfect for gathering with friends on warm summer evenings. When the custom-designed english garden is in full bloom, you'll be greeted by the sweet smell of lilac, magnolias, lavender, and roses and visited by butterflies, bumblebees, cardinals, and the occasional bunny. Strategically designed for multi-season blooms, you will not ever want to leave this little slice of paradise on California Ave.Steps from all the best that Humboldt Park has to offer, like vintage shopping at Vintage Quest and Fox Club, across the street from a garden center, a few doors down from Monarch Community Garden, and steps from brunch favorites like Spinning J and Flying Saucer - you will never have a reason to leave your little block, which has a rare small town feel with friendly neighbors and visitors. Infrastructure improvements include: new gutters and downspouts with gutter guard, brand new high efficiency, digital boiler system, brand new hot water tank, new sump pump, new whole house water filtration system, new top-tier Anderson storm door, new upgraded electric panel, new kitchen radiator, brand new cedar side fence, new stone walkway in yard, all new sub-floors throughout the home, 3 new triple pane living room windows, brand new balcony and porch ceiling fans.
Closed
$700,000
1104 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
3beds
1,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1895
3,136.32 Square Feet Lot
$733,900 Zestimate®
$467/sqft
$3,408 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 14, 2024 at 08:17am
Listing courtesy of:
Scott Berg 888-276-9959,
Berg Properties
Bought with:
Exclusive Agency
NON MEMBER
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12014439

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X12
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X15
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 609 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X29
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Heating
- Steam, Radiant
Cooling
- Window/Wall Units - 2
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 3,136 sqft
- Dimensions: 25X125
Details
- Parcel number: 16013040390000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chicago
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability
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