For Sale: 3736 S MICHIGAN, Chicago, IL 60653. 8-bedroom 10-bath, 1890 Douglas $1,200,000 begin new search
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Overview

A mansion in Bronzeville, built in the 19th century for a leading grain dealer and later used as a Black-owned hospital, is on the market for the first time in three decades, sold by a woman who has carefully restored many of its ornate historical finishes.Take a look back into the 19th century with this architectural masterpiece. Located in Chicago's historic Bronzeville neighborhood, this original home, built in 1890, offers a rare combination of Gilded Age grandeur and significant investment potential. house, a massive brownstone structure, rich with stone details including columns, window pediments and an ornate parapet, is one of the visible old bones that enhance Bronzeville's appeal. When it was built in 1890, the neighborhood then known as Grand Boulevard was where meatpackers and other prominent people built fancy homes. Adolph J. Lichtstern and his wife, Marion, built this one in 1890. The Chicago Tribune referred to Adolph, or A.J., as "a Board of Trade man and capitalist," who invested in Chicago real estate alongside his position as one of the nation's biggest traders in wheat. The Lichtsterns had a summer house in Glencoe, which apparently became their full-time home in the late 1910s. amazing home will take you back to the 18th century with its amazing Grand Stairway and Chandeliers and stunning woodwork, Huge Pocket Doors, and historic design all kept in tack. With so many possibilities for you to restore and design this home into your own. The main home has 6 bedrooms/ 6 baths plus 11 fireplaces and is 3 levels with a Grand stairway and views of the city from the Grand Ballroom on the top floor. On the ground level are 2 separate living quarters one is a 3 bed 1 bath and the other a 2 bed and 1 bath currently rented in addition to that is the attached Guest House with a separate address of 3738 which is under the same pin number as the main home and has 2 bed/2 bath and is 2 stories high also currently rented out.Bringing the Home with a Total of 13 Bedrooms and 10 Bathrooms!!! The building was tuck pointed 5 years ago and the roof done 2 years ago along with the 3 car garage.

Address 3736 S MICHIGAN

Chicago, IL 60653
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $1,200,000
Original Listing $1,200,000 @
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Map Not Available
Ownership
Property Type Fee Simple
Asssessment $0
HOA Features Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Rooms
Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Foyer, Den, Sitting Room, Office, Kitchen, Great Room, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8
Square Footage Not Disclosed
Bedrooms 8
Full Bathrooms 10
Location
Directions East or West on 35th South on Michigan to property
Neighborhood Douglas
School District Not Listed
Public Records
County Cook
Tax PIN 17343220240000
Property Tax $16,214 for the year 2024
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Features
Year Built 1890
Laundry Location Upper Level,In Unit
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Sewer/Septic Public Sewer
Fireplaces Electric (11)
Interior Features In-Law Floorplan, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan
Additional Parcels No
Appliances Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Association Fee Frequency Not Applicable
Basement Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
Construction Materials Brick, Stone
Door Features Pocket Door(s)
Electric Circuit Breakers
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
High School District 299
Living Area Source Assessor
Lot Features Corner Lot
New Construction No
Window Features Screens
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Listing Source
Platform MRED
AOR
MLS Number MRD12580025
Courtesy of Compass
Exterior
Style Detached Single
Material Balcony
Lot Size 50X200
Fencing Fenced
Topography Not Listed
Roof Asphalt
Swimming Pool Not Listed
Parking
Side Driveway
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Total Spaces: 3
Garage Spaces: 3
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 -
View Not Listed