10610 S Leavitt Street, Chicago, IL 60643

$490,000 Asking Price

5 beds
2 baths
2,860  sqft
Built in 1885

Nestled in the heart of historic charm, this Beautiful Two-Story Queen Anne Victorian, masterfully blending period elegance with modern conveniences, stands as a true architectural gem. Lovingly restored and respectfully updated, this home boasts a wealth of improvements designed to enhance its beauty, functionality, and lasting value. The home features 5 bedrooms, 2.1 baths and is truly one of a kind! As you arrive at this home, the welcoming front porch greets you, a perfect spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation, and was completely rebuilt and repainted to its former glory. The exquisite living room has hardwood floors, Bay window with custom stained glass, Tiffany sconces and wood-burning fireplace that adds warmth and ambiance during colder months and opens to the dining room which offers over-sized windows for great natural lighting, hardwood flooring & abundance of space for entertaining friends & family. The kitchen and den were completely renovated in 2018, offering a seamless balance between contemporary style and classic appeal. The custom butler pantry is perfect for storage and entertaining, while the vaulted ceiling and added skylight bathe the kitchen in natural light. The original cabinetry has been tastefully refurbished and complemented with decorative molding, preserving the Victorian character. The bathroom was remodeled in 2023 with thoughtful attention to detail, featuring a new vanity, sink, toilet, medicine cabinet, and fixtures, along with custom built-in shelving for added storage and style. The exterior was fully repainted in 2023 after any necessary wood repairs or replacements, bringing fresh life to the home's timeless facade. The home's historic features, such as its period millwork, clawfoot tub, hardwood floors, and French doors leading to the living room, are thoughtfully preserved, providing a nostalgic sense of history and craftsmanship. Additional updates include 3 new windows to complement the original 2006 window upgrades, ensuring comfort and energy efficiency, a new furnace installed in 2023, central air from 2019, New plumbing, electric, sink, and faucet ensure modern-day ease. Further enhancing the home's durability and comfort, a full roof tear-off and replacement were completed in 2021, accompanied by major structural reinforcement in the basement. Roughed in 1/2 bath in basement. This home is one of a kind~ Walking distance to restaurants, parks, Metra & schools.

Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk
Rooms:
Mud Room, Bedroom 5
Appliances:
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Dining:
Separate
Basement:
Full
A/C:
Central Air
Heating:
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Fireplaces: 1
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Frame, Deck, Patio
Style:
Victorian
Parking:
Parking spaces: 0

Construction

Roofing:
Asphalt
General:
2 Stories

Location

HOA Amenities:
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, 0.0, Not Applicable
Originating MLS:
mred
School District:
299
County:
Cook

Lot

Zoning:
25181250120000

Utilities

Utilities:
Circuit Breakers
Water:
Lake Michigan
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
mred
Ownership:
Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of:
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, Nancy Hotchkiss

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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