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    1242 N Astor St, Chicago, IL 60610

    5beds
    5,100sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1891
    1,781.6 Square Feet Lot
    $2,651,400 Zestimate®
    $520/sqft
    $8,438 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Beautifully renovated brownstone located on one of Chicago's premier blocks, 1242 North Astor is a meticulously updated brownstone that blends historic charm with modern luxury. The flexible, well-designed floor plan offers gracious living spaces, four bedrooms upstairs, an additional bedroom on the lower level, and a magnificent office with custom paneling and a picturesque view. The gourmet eat-in kitchen features Brookhaven cabinetry, Carrera marble counters, a granite breakfast bar, abundant storage, and new appliances. The spacious primary suite includes built-ins, a large custom walk-in closet, and a spa-inspired bath with heated floors, soaking tub, and separate shower. The redesigned lower level impresses with a custom whiskey bar showcasing a quartz waterfall edge, antique mirrors, new cabinetry, and ambient lighting. It also includes a bedroom, large rec/family room, new 1.1 baths, radiant flooring, and ample storage. This home has been renovated top to bottom with new skylights, radiant heating and boiler system, windows, hardwood floors, custom closets and cabinetry, updated bathrooms, designer lighting and paint, window treatments, three new air conditioning condensers, a new sound system, and more. The professionally landscaped patio and front yard are ideal for enjoying Chicago summers. Convenient parking options available.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 28, 2025 at 08:24am

    Listing courtesy of:

    Connie Antoniou, CIPS,CRS,GREEN,GRI,SFR (847)508-7775,

    Jameson Sotheby's International Realty,

    Linda Levin,

    Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

    Bought with:

    Non Member

    NON MEMBER

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12348167MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 4
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 266 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X14
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 266 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X14
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X10
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 234 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X13
    Bedroom 5
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 168 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X12
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 260 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X20
    Eating area
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 247 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X19
    Family room
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 270 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X15
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 182 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X14
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 432 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X27
    Office
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 234 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X13
    Other
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 266 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X14
    Walk in closet
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 99 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9X11
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Wet Bar, In-Law Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Full,Daylight
    • Number of fireplaces: 5
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Basement, Other
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0
    • Total interior livable area: 5,100 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Off Site, Other, Garage
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 3
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Spa features: Indoor Hot Tub
    Lot
    • Size: 1,781 sqft
    • Dimensions: 20 X 90
    Details
    • Parcel number: 17031090240000
    • Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Brownstone
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stone
    • Roof: Other
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1891
    • Major remodel year: 2024

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
    • Sewer: Other
    • Water: Other

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Park, Lake
    Location
    • Region: Chicago

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Services included: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    Services availability
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