For Sale: 50 E CEDAR, Chicago, IL 60611. 5-bedroom 5.5-bath, 1898 Near North Side $2,150,000 begin new search
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Overview

Sensational location and amazing, unexpected outdoor space like nothing you have seen in the city! This timeless Romanesque designed single family home was built in 1892 by important architect L. Gustav Hallberg. Entering the home through the wood paneled vestibule into the central foyer with 12-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and access to all the spacious rooms on the first floor. The double living rooms have matching detailed gas fireplaces, large south facing windows that bring in generous natural light. The sitting room has a gorgeous pocket door as you enter into the stunning dining room with wood paneling, fireplace, gold leaf ceiling and hidden bar. Truly a gracious space for entertaining. The light filled eat in cook's kitchen features a spacious island and granite countertops. But the prime feature is the bank of windows overlooking the beautiful views of the expansive backyard and patio. Totally unexpected. The grand staircase with original wood paneling leads up to the second floor where you are greeted to the Music room/library with built in bookcases, featuring antique ornamentation and framed by a dramatic architectural arch from Thailand. The Primary suite features a fireplace, two walk in closets and spacious primary bath. Large family room with fireplace, built in bookcases, overlooks tree-lined Cedar Street. A second full bathroom, laundry and wet bar complete this floor. Stairs to the third floor has an amazing skylight and leads to four large bedrooms, two full baths, and two additional fireplaces. (The house has a total of 7 gas fireplaces.) Lower level offers office space, one bedroom apartment with kitchenette, full bath, and a private entrance to Cedar Street. This unique space is ideal for a home office, separate quarters for a nanny or adult family member. The lower level also features a cedar closet, abundance of storage and additional laundry. The backyard is like nothing else, gorgeous professionally landscaped garden and patio with pergola and gazebo . You will feel like you are on a European vacation in this is spectacular outdoor space. This special home is located on the tree lined Cedar Street which is just steps to the lake, high end shopping and dining. A prime, easy-access deeded parking spot across the street conveys with the house.

Address 50 E CEDAR

Chicago, IL 60611
Listing Status Active
Asking Price $2,150,000
Original Listing $2,150,000 @
Ownership
Property Type Fee Simple
Asssessment N/A
HOA Features Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Rooms
Walk In Closet, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Eating Area, Office, Library, Sitting Room, Kitchen, Foyer, Mud Room
Square Footage Not Disclosed
Bedrooms 5
Full Bathrooms 5
Half Baths 1
Location
Directions State Street East to Cedar
Neighborhood Near North Side
School District Not Listed
Public Records
County Cook
Tax PIN 17032010480000
Property Tax $55,859 for the year 2022
Features
Year Built 1898
Laundry Location Multiple Locations,Sink
Elevator Not Listed
Cooling Central Air
Heating Natural Gas
Sewer/Septic Public Sewer
Fireplaces Gas Starter (7)
Interior Features Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Bar-Dry, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceiling - 10 Foot
Appliances Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Association Fee Frequency Not Applicable
Basement Full
High School District 299
Living Area Source Estimated
New Construction No
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Listing Source
Platform MRED
AOR
MLS Number MRD12035461
Courtesy of @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Exterior
Style Detached Single
Material Patio,Storms/Screens
Lot Size 27X129
Fencing Not Listed
Topography Not Listed
Swimming Pool Not Listed
Parking
Total Spaces: 1
Garage Spaces: 1
Non-Garage Spaces: 0 -
View Not Listed