Active3 days on market
$549,000
542 Brompton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2 full
- Sqft
- 1,600
- $/sqft
- $343
- Built
- 1924
- Type
- Townhome
- MLS#
- MRD12709469
About this home
Experience the perfect blend of timeless vintage charm and modern updates in this rare 2-bedroom, 2-bath duplex, located in one of East Lakeview's most desirable courtyard buildings within the highly acclaimed Nettlehorst School District. Nestled on a quiet, tree-lined street, this beautifully updated home offers a flexible floor plan with two generously sized bedrooms, either of which can serve as the Primary Suite. The sun-filled main level features 9-foot ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, a stunning limestone fireplace and fresh paint (2025) The updated kitchen boasts SS appliances including a Fisher & Paykel refrigerator (2021), new quartz countertops (2025), and the convenience of an in-unit washer/dryer (2024). The finished lower level offers luxury vinyl flooring, a beautifully renovated full bath and additional living space ideal for a family room and/or home office. This pet/investor friendly building (NO Airbnb) includes private basement storage, easy street parking, and assessment that covers heat, cable, internet, building maintenance, landscaping and snow removal. This unbeatable location is just steps from Chicago's lakefront, tennis courts, golf course, beaches, bike and running trails, with CTA buses, the Red Line, and easy access to O'Hare. Jewel-Osco, Whole Foods, neighborhood cafes, restaurants, boutiques, nightlife and Wrigley Field are all within walking distance. Move right in and enjoy sophisticated city living in one of Chicago's most sought-after neighborhoods!
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Estimated monthly cost for this home
20% · $110K
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Term
$3,848/mo
- Principal & interest
- $2,799
- Property taxes
- $372
- HOA
- $517
- Home insurance (est.)
- $160
Estimate only, not a quote or offer of credit. Rate starts from today's market rate (6.58%, 2026-07-23). Taxes from the listing's MRED record. Talk to a lender for real numbers; a Subdiview agent can introduce you to a good one.
Price & tax history
| Listed Jul 24, 2026 | $549,000 |
| 2024 property taxes | $4,465/yr |
From the listing's MRED record. MRED does not publish per-change dates through IDX, so price changes are shown without one rather than guessed.
Schools
Assigned schools per the listing's MRED record. Always verify with the district before you buy.
Elementary
Nettelhorst Elementary School
299
Middle
Nettelhorst Elementary School
299
High school
Lake View High School299
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Where it sits
MRED Broker ReciprocityThis listing is part of the MRED data exchange program provided courtesy of Big Red Realty Group LLC, listed by David Pistello.
Information last updated Jul 26, 2026, 2:17 PM.
542 Brompton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
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Sourced from the MRED MLS feed. Last updated when the listing was modified.
- Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
- Heating
- Steam, Radiator(s)
- Basement
- None
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Appliances
- Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Rooms total
- 6
- Fireplaces total
- 1
- Laundry features
- Washer Hookup, In Unit
- Fireplace features
- Gas Log