1523 Thomas Street, West Town, Chicago, Illinois 60642
$740,000
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For Sale
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| Status: | Contingent |
| Sqft: | 2,100 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $352 |
| Beds: | 3 |
| Baths: | 3 |
| Year Built: | 2006 |
| Property Taxes: | $11,895 |
| Days On Market: | 27 |
| Lot Size: | 0,00 |
Description
Exceptionally well-maintained all-brick duplex-down in the heart of Wicker Park, offering thoughtful upgrades, timeless finishes, and major recent investments that significantly reduce future ownership costs. Built in 2006 and set within a well-run boutique building, this expansive 3-bedroom, 3-bath home lives like a private residence, offering multiple living spaces, ATTACHED garage parking, and abundant storage. The main level features rich hardwood floors, elegant coffered ceilings, and a beautiful living room anchored by a Juliet balcony and fireplace. A spacious, highly functional kitchen serves as the heart of the home, offering generous cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a substantial island with wine storage, and an adjacent large dining area, ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Two spacious bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level, including a serene primary suite with excellent closet storage and a fully remodeled primary bath (2023). The spa-inspired bath showcases a new dual-sink vanity, updated lighting, a separate soaking tub, and a stunning walk-in shower with two-tone tile, built-in bench, and refined finishes. A second main-level bedroom is served by a full hallway bath. The lower level provides exceptional additional living space with a bright family room featuring a second fireplace, a third bedroom, full bath, NEW laundry, and abundant storage, perfect for guests, a home office, or extended living. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with an extra-large rear deck offering ample room for dining and lounging, plus the convenience of an attached walk-out garage and additional storage locker. Beyond aesthetics, this home stands out for its significant recent investments: new, high efficient furnace and air conditioning (2024, both with 10-year warranties), new ejector pump (2024), new humidifier (2023), new garage door opener (2024), new lower-level carpeting (2024), and a fully remodeled primary bath (2023). Building improvements include extensive masonry and roof work completed in 2025, with an estimated useful life of over 10 years-providing peace of mind and long-term value. Ideally located just steps to Wicker Park's dining, shopping, and transit, this move-in-ready home offers quality construction, smart upgrades, and a level of care that is increasingly rare, allowing the next owner to enjoy the home without the need for major future investment.
Property Specifics
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| 2006 | |
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| 380 / Monthly | |
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| 12553103 | |
| 17053081161001 |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
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| 2 Feb, 2007 | Sold | $478,500 | MRED MLS |
| 29 Dec, 2006 | Under contract | $489,000 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $499,000 | MRED MLS |
| 27 Mar, 2006 | Listed for sale | $499,000 | MRED MLS |
| 6 Jan, 2010 | Sold | $425,000 | MRED MLS |
| 6 Jan, 2010 | Under contract | $449,999 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $474,900 | MRED MLS |
| 15 Apr, 2009 | Listed for sale | $499,900 | MRED MLS |
| 15 Nov, 2012 | Sold | $415,000 | MRED MLS |
| 5 Oct, 2012 | Under contract | $429,500 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $449,500 | MRED MLS |
| 20 Aug, 2012 | Listed for sale | $449,500 | MRED MLS |
| 17 Mar, 2022 | Sold | $650,000 | MRED MLS |
| 7 Feb, 2022 | Under contract | $629,000 | MRED MLS |
| 3 Feb, 2022 | Listed for sale | $629,000 | MRED MLS |
| 16 Feb, 2026 | Under contract | $740,000 | MRED MLS |
| 12 Feb, 2026 | Listed for sale | $740,000 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Rooms: —
Basement Description: —
Other Specifics
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2010 | $6,287 |
| 2012 | $6,319 |
| 2022 | $9,084 |
| 2026 | $11,895 |
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