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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.
DAYS ON MARKET | 5 | LAST UPDATED | 5/6/2025 |
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YEAR BUILT | 1891 | COMMUNITY | CHI - Near North Side |
GARAGE SPACES | 1.0 | COUNTY | Cook |
STATUS | Active | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
School District | Lincoln Park High School |
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Elementary School | Ogden Elementary |
Jr. High School | Ogden Elementary |
High School | Lincoln Park High School |
ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
AIR | Central Air |
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AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
AREA | CHI - Near North Side |
BASEMENT | Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Yes |
CONSTRUCTION | Stone |
FIREPLACE | Yes |
GARAGE | Yes |
HEAT | Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned |
INTERIOR | In-Law Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar |
LOT | 1782 sq ft |
LOT DIMENSIONS | 20 X 90 |
PARKING | Off Site, Other, Garage |
SEWER | Other |
STYLE | Brownstone |
TAXES | 28906 |
WATER | Other |
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