For Sale: 1636 N Wells Street #1606, Chicago, IL 60614. 1-bedroom 1-bath, 750 sf, 1976 LINCOLN PARK $300,000 begin new search
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Overview

A fresh, beautifully updated home in the heart of Old Town-where opportunities at this price point are increasingly hard to come by. Set high above Wells Street with a coveted west-facing exposure, this bright and airy residence is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows, bringing in incredible natural light and sweeping city and skyline views. Thoughtfully refreshed throughout, the home features newly installed engineered hardwood flooring, fresh paint, new blinds, refreshed closet doors, and an updated kitchen with new sink and faucet, freshly painted cabinetry, and generous storage. The open-concept living space feels spacious and effortless, with plenty of room to entertain, dine, or simply take in the views. The kitchen is anchored by a large peninsula with breakfast bar seating, while an expansive entry hall lined with closets offers an unexpected amount of storage. The generously sized bedroom continues the floor-to-ceiling windows and western views, creating a serene retreat above the city. Rental parking is on a waitlist in the attached garage. 1636 N Wells is a well-established, full-amenity building offering 24-hour door staff, on-site management and maintenance, a fitness center and sauna, outdoor pool and sundeck, party room, bike storage, storage options, package receiving, dry cleaning services, and laundry facilities. The building has also benefited from a number of recent capital improvements, including concrete and balcony railing work completed in 2024 and tuckpointing completed in 2023. And then there is the location. Step outside and you are quite literally in the center of one of Chicago's most iconic neighborhoods. Wells Street's restaurants, cafes, boutiques and nightlife are at your doorstep, with longtime favorites including Orso's, Nookies, Kamehachi and Topo Gigio alongside some of the neighborhood's newer energy, including Whole Foods who is taking over the Treasure Island building. Lincoln Park, the Zoo, lakefront and miles of green space are all just minutes away. Old Town inventory is notoriously limited, particularly for homes that combine views, updates, amenities and this kind of walkability. This is an exceptional opportunity to own a turnkey home in one of Chicago's most enduring and desirable neighborhoods-equally compelling as a full-time residence, city home or investment.

Address 1636 N Wells Street

Unit# 1606


Chicago, IL 60614
Listing Status NEW
Asking Price $300,000
On Market Date $300,000 @ Sep 15, 2026
Original Entry Sep 15, 2026
Rooms
No additional rooms
Square Footage 750 sf
Bedrooms 1
Full Bathrooms 1
Location
Directions North Ave to Wells north to 1636
Neighborhood LINCOLN PARK
School District Not Listed
Ownership
Property Type Condo
Assessment $797
Listing History
Timeline Notes
Sep 15, 2026Listed for $300,000 #MRD12760300
Public Records
County Cook
Tax PIN 14334220681159
Property Tax $4,771 for the year 2025
Lake Michigan Distance 0.4 miles
Exterior
Style Attached Single
Material Not Listed
Lot Size CONDO
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Entry Steps 16
Swimming Pool Not Listed
Parking
Yes
Leased
Attached
Garage
Total Spaces: 1
Garage Spaces: 1
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 -
View Not Listed
Features
Year Built 1976
Laundry Location Common Area
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating Natural Gas
Sewer/Septic Public Sewer
Fireplaces Not Listed
Additional Parcels No
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
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Listing Source
Platform MRED
AOR
MLS Number MRD12760300
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