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  • $749,000

    2040 W Shakespeare Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

    2beds
    2,350sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1889
    1,875 Square Feet Lot
    $728,300 Zestimate®
    $319/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Brick charmerHigh ceilingsSpacious open island kitchenOpen floor planModern shower and fixturesVintage sink
    Fabulous Bucktown cottage!! This brick charmer in the heart of Bucktown, Chicago has been featured in international magazines and was updated by owner within the last 10 years .Updates feature new thermopane windows throughout the first floor 2024 and newer appliances, tuckpointing and underground plumbing to the street (within 10 years). hot water heater 5 yrs, High ceilings and original and newer dark wood floors on main level, open floor plan as well as a a nice size living room and a spacious open island kitchen that goes to a nice sized deck and yard. There is a bedroom with a large closet and full bath on the main floor, a big pantry and interior stairs to basement with tons of storage. Upstairs is the main bedroom, gorgeous full bath with skylights and modern shower and fixtures. There is also an open "suite style) living area also with sky lights that has a charming wood / gas fireplace. basement , with laundry is TALL 6.7ft. and not below grade as the sidewalks were raised, it has a vintage sink from when it may have been a unit. It has 2 exits! Perfect for more beds, baths etc. Circuit breakers, radiator heat. Back deck has been replaced within the past 10 years. Lot size is 25x75 Please note, this is landlocked, parking is easy street parking. Other homes on block have done dormers and full basement renovations and additions. PLEASE NOTE!!Currently rented at $4050. month until May 2026. Tenants rights.
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    Listing updated: July 18, 2025 at 09:17am

    Listing courtesy of:

    Nikki Dumas-Acerra 773-592-3015,

    Dumas & Associates, Inc.,

    Stacie Dumas 773-967-8028,

    Dumas & Associates, Inc.

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12384523MLS Logo
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bonus Room, Deck, Other Room
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Bathroom (Full)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 247 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X13
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 96 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8X12
    Bonus room
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 247 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X13
    Deck
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 50 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 5X10
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 160 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X10
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 160 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 16X10
    Laundry
    • Level: Lower
    • Area: 380 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X19
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 228 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X12
    Other
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 380 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X19
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Electric
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Storage Space,Daylight,Full
    • Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Master Bedroom
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,850
    • Total interior livable area: 2,350 sqft

    Property

    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
    Lot
    • Size: 1,875 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25X75
    Details
    • Parcel number: 14311230310000
    • Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cottage
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1889
    • Major remodel year: 2015

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Chicago

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $319/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $470,000
    • Annual tax amount: $9,250
    • Date on market: 6/4/2025
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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