851 W Webster Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614

$2,595,000 Asking Price

5 beds
6 baths
4,850  sqft
Built in 1881

Elegance & comfort in the heart of Lincoln Park! Live surrounded by Chicago history in the previous home of iconic Chicago artist Henry Darger, who created his masterpieces in what is now the second floor media room. Four floors of above-grade living space, elegantly rehabbed in 2004 for today's lifestyles. Main floor features soaring ceilings and exquisite details such as stately limestone-surrounded fireplace, detailed crown molding and restored staircase with original wood details, as well as spacious chef's kitchen with expansive island perfect for casual dining. Southern wall of windows brings in endless light and overlooks large deck and cozy back yard, creating the perfect entertaining space. Versatile ground floor features large guest suite, family room with fireplace, powder room, and one of two laundry areas. Top floor primary bedroom includes spacious walk-in closet, master bath with steam shower and soaking tub, and recently replaced southern deck with rare tree-top city views. Welcoming third floor includes three bedrooms and a versatile media room with loads of sun that could easily be returned to use as the primary suite. 2021 tear-off roof, two-car garage, and recently restored front staircase. Live within walking distance to the best of Lincoln Park, including Armitage and Halsted shops and dining and Oz Park. Oscar Mayer elementary and Lincoln Park High School a short walk away.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
Rooms:
Bedroom 5
Master Bath:
Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
Laundry:
Multiple Locations
Basement:
None
A/C:
Central Air, Zoned
Heating:
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Fireplace:
Fireplaces: 2
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Brick
Parking:
Garage, Parking spaces: 2

Construction

General:
4+ Stories

Location

HOA Amenities:
Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
299
County:
Cook

Lot

Zoning:
14322190030000

Utilities

Water:
Lake Michigan,Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.5% OF FIRST $1M, 2.0% OF REMAINDER - $495

This listing courtesy of:
@properties Christie's International Real Estate, Annika Valdiserri

About Chicago, IL

Housing

Number of Units
1,208,010
Median Home Value
$320,169
Median Rent
$1,131

55.74% of housing units are renter occupied.

9.90% are vacant.

Commute

Car
44.88%
Public Transportation
19.46%
Walk to Work
4.26%
Work from Home
29.59%
Other
0.70%

The median travel time to work is 27 minutes.

People

Population
2,658,686
Median Age
36.40
Median Household Size
2.54

Education

High School
22.12%
Associate’s Degree
5.76%
Bachelor’s Degree
24.28%
Graduate Degree
17.51%

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