$1,725,000
1252 W Carmen Avenue
Chicago, IL, 60640
Welcome to 1252 W Carmen Avenue, a beautifully renovated Greystone situated on an oversized lot on a quiet, tree-lined street in Andersonville, offering convenient access to the shops, dining, and cultural destinations of Andersonville and Broadway. Sitting on a rare 40′ x 150′ lot with no alley behind it, the spacious backyard is truly a peaceful oasis in the city providing a unique, private setting in Andersonville. This tranquil reprise is ideal for slow mornings enjoying a cup of coffee, cultivating your favorite vegetables in your raised-bed garden, or fun evenings spent with family and friends. Originally renovated in 2018, this spacious home delivers a perfect blend of architectural charm, modern updates, and flexible living space across three thoughtfully designed levels. A professionally landscaped front yard welcomes you into a gracious foyer and a flowing main level featuring a formal living room with a gas fireplace, an expansive dining area, and a high-end kitchen with commercial-grade stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and a large island. Just off the kitchen, an oversized family room opens onto a large back deck overlooking a serene, landscaped yard with perennial praire flowers and raised vegetable garden boxes. A powder room and laundry room complete the first floor. Upstairs, the second level offers four generously sized bedrooms and three full bathrooms. The south-facing primary suite includes a walk-in closet and an en-suite bath with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. The additional bedrooms feature ample natural light and storage, with a second laundry hookup in the hallway. The lower level, completed in 2022, has been fully finished to include a separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit with a private entrance. The lower level boasts outstanding natural light and is complete with a full, spacious kitchen, heated bathroom floor, and dedicated laundry. Enjoy the serene private outdoor space that overlooks the perennial garden. This flexible space is ideal for a variety of living arrangements, offering options for guest accommodations, multi-generational living, additional household support, or as additional income. Be a part of the thriving Winona Foster Carmen Winnemac (WFCW) Block Club community when you call 1252 W Carmen Ave home.
Property Details
Price:
$1,725,000
MLS #:
MRD12431404
Status:
Active
Beds:
6
Baths:
5
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
CHI – Uptown
Listed Date:
Jul 29, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
4,000
Year Built:
1920
Schools
School District:
299
Interior
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
Bathrooms
4 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Fireplaces Total
1
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Exterior
Construction Materials
Stone
Parking Features
On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Roof
Rubber
Financial
HOA Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2023
Taxes
$23,381
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Current real estate data for Single Family in Chicago as of Sep 15, 2025
3,111
Single Family Listed
69
Avg DOM
227
Avg $ / SqFt
$549,592
Avg List Price
Community
- Address1252 W Carmen Avenue Chicago IL
- CityChicago
- CountyCook
- Zip Code60640
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Property Summary
- 1252 W Carmen Avenue Chicago IL is a Single Family for sale in Chicago, IL, 60640. It is listed for $1,725,000 and features 6 beds, 5 baths, and has approximately 4,000 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1920. The current price per square foot is $431. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Chicago is $227. The average listing price for Single Family in Chicago is $549,592. To schedule a showing of MLS#mrd12431404 at 1252 W Carmen Avenue in Chicago, IL, contact your Compass / The Debra Dobbs Group agent at 3123074909.

1252 W Carmen Avenue
Chicago, IL