Description
Rare Historic Gem on Prestigious Astor Street. Step into a piece of Chicago’s architectural legacy with this remarkable corner rowhome, designed in 1887 by the iconic firm Burnham & Root. Originally one of four distinguished residences showcasing the bold elegance of the Richardsonian Romanesque style, this home sits next to 1310 N. Astor-once the personal residence of John Wellborn Root, a founding figure of the Chicago School architecture style. Offering a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine, this property invites you to create a one-of-a-kind modern residence within an irreplaceable historic shell. Situated on a corner, sunlight pours into the home from its north, east, and west exposures through oversized windows, illuminating four expansive levels with soaring 10-foot ceilings and exquisite original millwork, including a dramatic grand staircase. Features include: Attached 1.75-car garage; 6 fireplaces; Full, Potential for 2 private outdoor terraces on separate levels; Elevator access to multiple floors; full and dry basement. Currently configured with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms in a space with limitless layout possibilities. Essential updates have already been completed, including a new roof, HVAC system, and extensive masonry work-paving the way for your custom vision.
- Listing Courtesy of: Baird & Warner
Details
Updated on August 21, 2025 at 4:35 pm- Property ID: MRD12447694
- Price: $1,750,000
- Property Size: 5991 Sq Ft
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Year Built: 1887
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: Active
- Parking Total: 1.7
- Parcel Number: 17031060170000
- Water Source: Lake Michigan,Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Architectural Style: Row House
- Days On Market: 6
- Basement Bath(s): No
- Fire Places Total: 6
- Cumulative Days On Market: 6
- Tax Annual Amount: 2987.7
- Cooling: Central Air
- Asoc. Provides: None
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
- Room Type: Foyer,Sitting Room,Storage,Recreation Room,Kitchen,Bedroom 5
- Stories: 4+ Stories
- Directions: LSD to Banks (1334N) west to Astor (50E) south to property
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- Living Area Source: Other
- Elementary School: Ogden Elementary
- Middle Or Junior School: Ogden Elementary
- High School: Lincoln Park High School
- Township: North Chicago
- ConstructionMaterials: Brick,Stone
- Asoc. Billed: Not Required
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address 1312 N Astor
- City Chicago
- State/county IL
- Zip/Postal Code 60610
- Country Cook
Overview
- Single Family
- 5
- 4
- 5991
- 1887
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