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This select property represents the absolute best value on the market today. One of East Hyde Park's most distinguished historic residences, offering over 6,700 square feet of above-grade living area just moments from the University of Chicago, Museum of Science and Industry, Promontory Point, Lake Michigan, Metra, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and plenty of neighborhood dining options. Just minutes to Millennium Park via CTA Express Bus. Originally commissioned by Mrs. Emilie C. Weeks and designed by George H. Borst during Chicago's Gilded Age and later home to the Vivekananda Vedanta Society, this distinguished residence blends historic craftsmanship with extensive modern updates. Renovated in 2016, features include 10 bedrooms, 5 1/2 baths, soaring 11'/10'/9' ceilings, original hardwood floors, decorative plaster ceilings, marble fireplaces, copper plumbing supply lines, a center-island chef's kitchen with Wolf appliances and Statuario marble countertops, updated 400-amp electrical service, Unico central air (1st & 2nd floors), efficient radiator heat, two covered terraces, rear deck, walk-in vault, partial basement (crawl space beneath kitchen) with expansion potential, and a spacious two-car garage plus flex spot. RM-5 zoning allows for Airbnb and an ADU (accessory dwelling unit) over the garage, if desired. A rare opportunity to own one of Hyde Park's distinguished historic homes.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 1 | LAST UPDATED | 8/7/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR BUILT | 1917 | COMMUNITY | CHI - Hyde Park |
| GARAGE SPACES | 2.0 | COUNTY | Cook |
| STATUS | Active | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| Elementary School | Bret Harte Elementary School |
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| ADDITIONAL DETAILS | |
| AIR | Central Air, None |
|---|---|
| AIR CONDITIONING | Yes |
| AREA | CHI - Hyde Park |
| BASEMENT | Exterior Entry, Partial, Unfinished, Yes |
| CONSTRUCTION | Brick |
| FIREPLACE | Yes |
| GARAGE | Yes |
| HEAT | Natural Gas, Steam |
| INTERIOR | Entrance Foyer |
| LOT | 0 |
| LOT DIMENSIONS | 50X142 |
| PARKING | Detached, Garage |
| SEWER | Public Sewer |
| STYLE | Traditional |
| TAXES | 27550.79 |
| WATER | Public |
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