1910 Colonial Revival in Chicago, IL
8/29/22
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Lost/Demolished
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5545 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
Opportunities like this don't come very often! This historical masterpiece is ready for its new owners and design. This truly is the opportunity of a lifetime. Create your dream home with this amazingly built piece of history. Built in 1910, owned by the same family for over 80 years. In the most prime location of Hyde Park, 5545 S Woodlawn has hosted some of the most famous people in history. From Enrico Fermi to authors Saul Bellow and Norman Maclean, to University President Robert Maynard Hutchins, and so many more. This massive 4 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath has so much opportunity. Original hardwood, woodwork, doors, and untouched layout. Main floor grand entrance allows you to feel the history rushing towards you. Both main floor and 2nd floor offer 10ft ceilings. Main floor front room can be a great office. 3rd floor attic can be dormer into another level of living. Full basement can be converted into an English basement, with current plumbing for a bathroom. Gigantic yard leads you to a newer 3 car garage. If you want history, location, and super close to the University and the Hospital, and all that Hyde Park offers, this is your next project. Home sold As-Is.
4 Bed ∙ 2.5 Bath ∙ 3,100 Sq Ft ∙ 0.16 Ac.
Was Listed With
Mark Rantis
Keller Williams Success Realty
(847) 796-8436
Reference Links
State: Illinois | Region: Midwest (East North Central) | Associated Styles or Type: Colonial Revival | Period & Associated Styles: Colonial Revival (1880-1955), Eclectic Era | Misc: Extreme Fixer, Fixer-Uppers, Lost/Demolished |














































