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Welcome to Midway Apartments and this spacious one-bedroom unit, where vintage character and gracious proportions come together beautifully. High ceilings, handsome oak floors, plaster moldings, and vintage lighting are among the home's many distinctive features. Built in 1925 and designed by noted Chicago architect Paul Frederick Olsen, Midway Apartments is a beautifully maintained courtyard co-op is distinguished by limestone and metal architectural details, with inviting landscaping. The property is ideally situated just steps from the Obama Presidential Center, the University of Chicago, Promontory Point and a wealth of neighborhood amenities. Within the residence, the formal dining room entered through French doors and enhanced by a bright sunroom overlooking the gardens of Vista Homes. This delightful space offers a peaceful setting for morning coffee, reading, or simply enjoying the garden views. The well-appointed kitchen features abundant storage, space for a table and chairs, and access to the back stairway. The vintage bath retains its original tile and features a multi-spray shower, while the bedroom is large and airy with ample closet space. The building is self-managed, with annual real estate taxes included in the monthly assessment. Laundry is communal and easily accessible. Cats are permitted with board approval.
| Address |
1534 E 59th Street
Unit# L2 Chicago, IL 60637 |
| Listing Status | NEW |
| Asking Price | $179,000 |
| On Market Date | $179,000 @ Sep 21, 2026 |
| Original Entry | Sep 21, 2026 |
| Square Footage | 1000 sf |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Full Bathrooms | 1 |
| Directions | Stony Island Avenue to 59th Street. Go west to property, easy street parking when school is not in session. |
| Neighborhood | HYDE PARK |
| School District | Not Listed |
| Property Type | Co-op |
| Assessment | $668 |
| HOA Amenities | Bike Room/Bike Trails, Coin Laundry, Exercise Room, Storage |
| Timeline | Notes |
|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | Listed for $179,000 #MRD12758100 |
| County | Cook |
| Tax PIN | 20142230340000 |
| Property Tax | $000 for the year 2025 |
| Lake Michigan Distance | 0.9 miles |
| Style | Attached Single |
| Material | Not Listed |
| Lot Size | COMMON |
| Fencing | Not Listed |
| Topography | Not Listed |
| Entry Steps | 2 |
| Swimming Pool | Not Listed |
| Parking |
Total Spaces: 0
Garage Spaces: 0
Non-Garage Spaces:
0 -
|
| View | Not Listed |
| Year Built | 1924 |
| Laundry Location | |
| Elevator | Not Listed |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s) |
| Sewer/Septic | Public Sewer |
| Fireplaces | Not Listed |
| Interior Features | Walk-In Closet(s) |
| Additional Parcels | No |
| Appliances | Range, Refrigerator |
| Appliances | No |
| Assessments | No |
| Association | No |
| Association Fee 2 | 0 |
| Association Fee Frequency | Monthly |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Basement | None |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Carport Spaces | 0 |
| Cooling | No |
| Heating | No |
| High School District | 299 |
| Land Lease | No |
| Laundry | No |
| Living Area Source | Estimated |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 0 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 0 |
| New Construction | No |
| Number Of Units Total | 0 |
| Number Remotes | 0 |
| Parking | No |
| Patio | No |
| Pool Private | No |
| Property Attached | No |
| Sprinklers | No |
| View | No |
| Well Depth | 0 |
| Well Gallons Per Minute | 0 |
| Well Pump Horsepower | 0 |
| Well Report | No |
| Platform | MRED |
| AOR | |
| MLS Number | MRD12758100 |
| Courtesy of | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago |
https://www.chicagotopcondos.com/MRD12758100