5229 South University Street, Chicago, IL, 60615
$595,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,100
Square feet
About 5229 South University Street
Welcome home to this special opportunity: this rarely available Mid-Century brick townhome is on a beautiful tree-filled location in the heart of Hyde Park, steps from Hyde Park Produce and UChicago Campus. The Skylights throughout the home offer wonderful light cascading in daily with the floor-to-ceiling balcony doors with that mid-century timeless architecture. The home features a wood burning fireplace you can warm up to in the beautiful cozy Chicago winters. All seasons enjoy the lovely the front deck/ meditation garden, and the back entertaining area featuring east facing sun with lush greenery while remaining conveniently close to the kitchen, double-level dining room and living room. This Hyde Park townhome represents an exceptional find, not only for its rarity but also for its superb off-street location, with captivating design and thoughtful features. Enjoy the added luxury of being steps from Lake Michigan, the central Hyde Park retail areas and Hyde Parks nationally recognized cultural institutions, Art galleries, and Museums including The Kenneth C. Griffin Museum of Science of Industry, The Hyde Park Art Center, Court Theater, and The upcoming Obama Presidential Center (2026). This community offers an incredible living experience with lakefront beaches, bike trails, marinas, golf courses, tennis courts, and parks. Transportation is readily accessible with the University of Chicago bus line, Chicago Metra, and CTA nearby. This unique Townhome opportunity in your own tree-lined urban oasis is special. Welcome Home! Move in ready or add your updates as you see fit, the equity in this home will just rise with everything you put in. Note Completely NEW HVAC, (fall 2025). There are no homeowner assessments for this home.
Additional Information: This property is located in the CHI - Hyde Park neighborhood, IL. This 3 bedrooms attached single property is priced at $283/sqft.
Facts & Features
| MLS® # | 12501044 |
|---|---|
| Price | $595,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 3.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,100 |
| Price per Square Footage | $283.33 |
| Taxes | $6,994 |
| HOA Fees Freq. | Not Applicable |
| Acres | 0.00 |
| Year Built | 1961 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Attached Single |
| Status | New |
Community Information
| Address | 5229 South University Street |
|---|---|
| Area | CHI - Hyde Park |
| City | Chicago |
| County | Cook |
| State | IL |
| Zip Code | 60615 |
Amenities
| Amenities | Park |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 1 |
| Parking | Assigned, On Site |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Storage |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator |
| Heating | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Wood Burning |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Finished, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full |
Exterior
| Exterior | Brick |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Corner Lot |
School Information
| District | 299 |
|---|---|
| High | Kenwood Academy High School |
Additional Information
| Days on Market | 4 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
| Taxes | $6,994 |
Listing Details
| Office | @properties Christie's International Real Estate |
|---|---|
| Contact Info | 312-254-0200 |