Dan Ristau

3736 S Michigan Avenue

Chicago, IL
$ 1,200,000 Beds 8 Baths 10 Sq 11,108 Virtual Tour
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A mansion in Bronzeville, built in the 19th century for a leading grain dealer and later used as a Black-owned hospital, is on the market for the first time in three decades, who has carefully restored many of its ornate historical finishes.Take a look back into the 19th century with this architectural masterpiece. Located in Chicago's historic Bronzeville neighborhood, this original home, built in 1890, offers a rare combination of Gilded Age grandeur and significant investment potential. house, a massive brownstone structure, rich with stone details including columns, window pediments and an ornate parapet, is one of the visible old bones that enhance Bronzeville's appeal. When it was built in 1890, the neighborhood then known as Grand Boulevard was where meatpackers and other prominent people built fancy homes. Adolph J. Lichtstern and his wife, Marion, built this one in 1890. The Chicago Tribune referred to Adolph, or A.J., as "a Board of Trade man and capitalist," who invested in Chicago real estate alongside his position as one of the nation's biggest traders in wheat. The Lichtsterns had a summer house in Glencoe, which apparently became their full-time home in the late 1910s. amazing home will take you back to the 18th century with its amazing Grand Stairway and Chandeliers and stunning woodwork, Huge Pocket Doors, and historic design all kept in tack. With so many possibilities for you to restore and design this home into your own. The main home has 6 bedrooms/ 6 baths plus 11 fireplaces and is 3 levels with a Grand stairway and views of the city from the Grand Ballroom on the top floor. On the ground level are 2 separate living quarters one is a 3 bed 1 bath and the other a 2 bed and 1 bath currently rented in addition to that is the attached Guest House with a separate address of 3738 which is under the same pin number as the main home and has 2 bed/2 bath and is 2 stories high also currently rented out.Bringing the Home with a Total of 13 Bedrooms and 10 Bathrooms!!! The building was tuck pointed 2 years ago. There is a brick Detached 3 car garage with the driveway off the alley.

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  • Price
  • $ 1,200,000
  • City
  • Chicago
  • Bedrooms
  • 8
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 10
  • County
  • COOK
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • CHI - Douglas
  • Lot Size
  • Zip
  • 60653
  • Sqr Footage
  • 11,108
  • Year Built
  • 1890
  • Taxes
  • $ 16214
  • Style
  • Victorian
  • MLS#
  • 12580025
Listed By: Compass
Data Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Features

General

Living Area 11108
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air,Baseboard,Radiant,Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
Garage Spaces 3
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Victorian
Construction Materials Brick,Stone
Year Built 1890
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township South Chicago
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Park,Sidewalks,Street Lights
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Other Structures Guest House
Total Rooms 17
Full Baths 10
Status Active
Directions East or West on 35th South on Michigan to property
City Chicago
High School District 299
MLS Area CHI - Douglas
Tax Annual Amount 16214.12
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Virtual Tour https://sites.themediacollective.co/3736-S-Michigan-Ave/idx
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 299
Elementary School District 299
Property Type Detached Single

Interior Features

Interior Amenities In-Law Floorplan,Beamed Ceilings,Open Floorplan
Basement Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 11
Fireplace Features Electric
Laundry Features Upper Level,In Unit
Total Bedrooms 8
Room Type Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Foyer,Den,Sitting Room,Office,Kitchen,Great Room,Bedroom 7,Bedroom 8
LivingAreaSource Assessor
Total Baths 10
Bedrooms Possible 8
Bathroom Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Soaking Tub

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Balcony
Parking Features Side Driveway,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Lot Features Corner Lot
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 3
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 50X200
Waterfront Y/N No
Other Equipment Ceiling Fan(s)

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Chicago, IL office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

3/2/2026 Listed $1,200,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 60653

Price
AVG $750K
$1.2M
Taxes
AVG $8,980
$16,214
Year Built
AVG 1945
1890
Visits
AVG 138
644
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3736 S Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL is a Single Family Home for sale at $1200000 with 11108 sqft and a lot size of Acre(s). 3736 S Michigan Avenue Chicago has 8 bedrooms, 10 baths and was built in 1890. The property's zip code is 60653 which is in Chicago, IL

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