$1,200,000
 $6,442 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

3736 S Michigan Avenue,Chicago, IL 60653

Chicago, IL 60653

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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.

Details

MLS #12580025
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleHouse
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive
Year1890
Days On Site188
Listing Provided ByCompass | Michael Giliano

Features

Bed(s)8
Bath(s) 10 Total
SQ Feet11,108
Garage3
BasementY
Story(s)3

Interior

Rooms Total17
CoolingCentral Air
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Interior FeaturesIn-Law Floorplan, Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan
AppliancesRange, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Fireplaces Total11
Fireplace FeaturesElectric
Laundry FeaturesUpper Level, In Unit
Window FeaturesScreens

Exterior

Exterior FeaturesBalcony
RoofAsphalt
Foundation DetailsConcrete Perimeter
Lot FeaturesCorner Lot
Construction MaterialsBrick, Stone
Patio And Porch FeaturesDeck
FencingFenced

Parking

Parking FeaturesSide Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces3

Utilities

SewerPublic Sewer
ElectricCircuit Breakers

Location

Community FeaturesPark, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Taxes

Tax Year2024
Tax Annual Amount16214.12

Area Information

StateIL
CountyCook
CityChicago
Zip Code60653
AreaCHI Douglas
Listing VS Median (in 60653)
Price:
$1,200,000
low | high
Med:
$300,000
100% of Average
sqft:
11,108
low | high
Med:
1,675
100% of Average
$ / sqft:
$108
low | high
Med:
$180
16.719534050179% of Average
On site:
188
low | high
Med:
75
100% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 60653

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StateIL
CountyCook
CityChicago
Zip Code60653
AreaCHI Douglas
Listing VS Median (in 60653)
Price:
$1,200,000
low | high
Med:
$300,000
100% of Average
sqft:
11,108
low | high
Med:
1,675
100% of Average
$ / sqft:
$108
low | high
Med:
$180
16.719534050179% of Average
On site:
188
low | high
Med:
75
100% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
Listing Updated: August 3, 2026 at 10:52:09 AM PDT