
Hawthorne Place 525 W Hawthorne Place Unit 1208 Chicago, IL 60657
Lakeview East NeighborhoodHighlights
- Doorman
- Water Views
- Open Floorplan
- Nettelhorst Elementary School Rated A-
- Fitness Center
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of April 2025Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in the highly sought-after Lakeview neighborhood of Chicago! Enjoy breathtaking lake views from your windows, which allow for an abundance of natural light to flood the space. Custom window shades, including blackout shades in the bedrooms, offer both style and functionality. The kitchen was beautifully remodeled in 2021, making it a perfect space for cooking and entertaining. You'll appreciate the ample closet space throughout the unit, ensuring you have plenty of room for storage. The dog-friendly building provides the perfect home for your furry friend, and the added security of a doorman gives you peace of mind. The unit includes 1 parking space (single, not tandem) in the garage and a convenient storage unit at the end of the hall. You can't beat this condo or it's location - minutes to the lake and steps from the express buses, making it convenient and fast to get downtown! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to live in one of Chicago's most desirable neighborhoods!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Lindsay Schulz
Redfin Corporation

Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,274
Year Built
- Built in 1969
Lot Details
- Additional Parcels
HOA Fees
- $833 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,000 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Shades
- Bay Window
- Aluminum Window Frames
- Panel Doors
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Storage
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
Home Security
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
- 234 Units
- Mesfin Baffa Association, Phone Number (773) 525-8272
- High-Rise Condominium
- Hawthorne Place Subdivision
- Property managed by Sudler Property Management
- 30-Story Property
Amenities
- Doorman
- Valet Parking
- Sundeck
- Common Area
- Coin Laundry
- Elevator
- Service Elevator
- Package Room
- Convenience Store
Recreation
- Bike Trail
Pet Policy
- Pets up to 75 lbs
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Size Limit
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Security
- Resident Manager or Management On Site
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Map
About Hawthorne Place
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
04/22/2025 04/22/25 | Sold | $290,000 | +1.8% | $290 / Sq Ft |
03/15/2025 03/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/14/2025 03/14/25 | For Sale | $285,000 | +27.8% | $285 / Sq Ft |
11/18/2016 11/18/16 | Sold | $223,000 | +6.2% | -- |
10/20/2016 10/20/16 | For Sale | $210,000 | 0.0% | -- |
10/17/2016 10/17/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
10/12/2016 10/12/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
09/07/2016 09/07/16 | Price Changed | $210,000 | -2.3% | -- |
08/23/2016 08/23/16 | Price Changed | $215,000 | -6.1% | -- |
08/12/2016 08/12/16 | For Sale | $229,000 | -- | -- |
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $411 | $2,856 | $220 | $2,636 |
2023 | $411 | $2,000 | $178 | $1,822 |
2022 | $411 | $2,000 | $178 | $1,822 |
2021 | $402 | $1,999 | $177 | $1,822 |
2020 | $498 | $2,236 | $117 | $2,119 |
2019 | $492 | $2,449 | $117 | $2,332 |
2018 | $484 | $2,449 | $117 | $2,332 |
2017 | $429 | $1,993 | $102 | $1,891 |
2016 | $399 | $1,993 | $102 | $1,891 |
2015 | $365 | $1,993 | $102 | $1,891 |
2014 | $307 | $1,657 | $56 | $1,601 |
2013 | $301 | $1,657 | $56 | $1,601 |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Closed | $178,400 | New Conventional |
Deed History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Warranty Deed | $223,000 | Proper Title Llc | |
Special Warranty Deed | $32,500 | Lawyers |
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MLS Number: 12303484

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