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A true jewel box, this charming 1926 condo is perfectly situated in the heart of Roscoe Village. Beautifully updated while preserving its vintage character, this special home offers timeless style, abundant natural light, and an exceptional floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living. From the moment you step through the front door, you'll be impressed by its impeccable condition and thoughtful updates. The sun-drenched living room, highlighted by a graceful coved ceiling, is framed by two walls of windows with custom window treatments, filling the space with natural light and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere. The separate dining room, featuring attractive tile flooring, is enhanced by gorgeous built-ins and French doors that add both architectural charm and functionality-perfect for intimate dinners or entertaining friends. The updated kitchen is beautifully appointed with newer appliances, 42-inch white cabinetry, granite countertops, tile flooring, and excellent storage. The beautifully renovated bathroom showcases an attractive vanity, designer lighting, stylish tilework, and an elegant tub/shower combination. The spacious bedroom offers generous closet space and serves as a peaceful retreat at the end of the day. Additional improvements include updated lighting with dimmer switches throughout, fresh paint, gleaming hardwood floors, and newer mechanicals, including the furnace, central air conditioning, and water heater. Convenient rear stairs lead to the basement, which provides free laundry and additional storage, in-unit laundry is permitted to be installed. Just moments from the Brown Line, neighborhood boutiques, restaurants, coffee shops, and all the charm that makes Roscoe Village one of Chicago's most beloved neighborhoods, this sweet and sophisticated condo is the perfect place to call home.
| Address |
1956 W Melrose Street 202
Unit# 202 Chicago, IL 60657 |
| Listing Status | New |
| Asking Price | $289,000 |
| On Market Date | $289,000 @ 2026-07-08 |
| Original Entry | 2026-07-09T20:53:47.000Z |
| Square Footage | 650 sf |
| Flooring | Hardwood |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Full Bathrooms | 1 |
| Directions | First Showings - Open house Saturday 11-1 - One block north of Belmont, corner Damen and Melrose |
| Neighborhood | NORTH CENTER |
| School District | Not Listed |
| Property Type | Condo |
| Asssessment | $306 |
| HOA Amenities | Storage, Laundry |
| County | Cook |
| Tax PIN | 14194270461004 |
| Property Tax | $3,883 for the year 2024 |
| Lake Michigan Distance | 2.2 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 -
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| View | Not Listed |
| Year Built | 1926 |
| Laundry Location | Common Area |
| Elevator | Not Listed |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Forced Air |
| Sewer/Septic | Public Sewer |
| Fireplaces | Not Listed |
| Interior Features | Storage |
| 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 |
| Electric | Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service |
| Heating | No |
| High School District | 299 |
| Land Lease | No |
| Laundry | No |
| Living Area Source | Plans |
| 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 | MRD12681043 |
| Courtesy of | Coldwell Banker Realty |
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