4959 S Greenwood Avenue
Chicago, IL, 60615
$979,000
4 Beds
5 Baths
3,600 SqFt
0.25 Acres
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This stately all-brick 4-bedroom, 3.2 bath, two-story residence is ideally situated among historic mansions in prestigious Kenwood on iconic Professor’s Row. Kenwood offers a rare suburban feel in the heart of the city and boasts an impressive roster of past and present residents, including Muddy Waters, Muhammad Ali, and the Obamas. Offering over 3,600 square feet of living space, this grand home presents a remarkable opportunity to bring your vision to life and restore it to its former glory. The main level welcomes you with a classical semicircular portico entrance leading into a grand foyer. A massive living room with fireplace flows into an adjacent parlor featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, creating an ideal setting for entertaining. The main floor also includes a sizable kitchen with large breakfast nook, formal dining room, and powder room. The second level features a generous primary bedroom with ensuite full bath and walk-in closet, two additional sizeable bedrooms, and a second full bath. A private landing leads to a second primary suite complete with its own ensuite full bath. The fully finished lower level provides additional living space with a cavernous rec room with bar area, second powder room, laundry area, and ample storage. An attached garage completes this exceptional offering. A rare opportunity to own a distinguished home in one of Chicago’s most storied neighborhoods.

Property Details

Price:
$979,000
MLS #:
MRD12639055
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
4
Baths:
5
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
chikenwood
Listed Date:
May 5, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,600
Year Built:
1913
Parking TotalChi – KenwoodChikenwood

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Schools

School District:
299

Interior

Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms, 2 Half Bathrooms
Below Grade Finished Area
1057
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam
Interior Features
In-Law Floorplan

Exterior

Construction Materials
Brick
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1

Financial

HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2023
Taxes
$19,276

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Market Summary

Current real estate data for Single Family in Chicago as of May 15, 2026
2,796
Single Family Listed
66
Avg DOM
240
Avg $ / SqFt
$601,713
Avg List Price

Property Summary

    4959 S Greenwood Avenue Chicago IL is a Single Family for sale in Chicago, IL, 60615. It is listed for $979,000 and features 4 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 3,600 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1913. The current price per square foot is $272. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Chicago is $240. The average listing price for Single Family in Chicago is $601,713.

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