2245 W Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60618
Local realty services provided by:ERA Naper Realty
Listed by: leigh marcus
Office: @properties christie's international real estate
MLS#:12672659
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$1,100,000
About this home
Classic Roscoe Village legal two-flat with additional third-floor in-law/flex space, offering exceptional versatility for investors, owner-occupants, or those considering a single-family conversion. The owner's duplex-down residence features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and offers an open-concept kitchen and family room, a separate formal dining room, and multiple living and entertaining spaces highlighted by a cozy fireplace. The spacious kitchen includes abundant cabinetry, granite countertops, a center island, walk-in pantry, and additional space ideal for casual dining, a playroom, or den. Generously sized bedrooms provide ample closet space, complemented by additional storage throughout the home, and a full-size in-unit washer and dryer. . The bright and well-maintained second-floor unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, an additional bonus room, and is currently leased, providing immediate rental income. The unit features an updated kitchen with quartz countertops and an island, as well as an updated bath and a full-size in-unit washer and dryer . Water and garbage included in the monthly rent. In addition to the legal two-flat configuration, the property includes a finished third-floor non-conforming in-law/flex space with three rooms, separate front and rear access, and a refrigerator only (no other kitchen appliances). The space offers flexibility for extended living, workspace, guest accommodations, or future rental potential. Buyers should conduct their own due diligence regarding permitted uses. Additional features include a rear deck, large private backyard, and a two-car detached garage. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street within the highly regarded Audubon School attendance area, this property is an easy walk to the 77 bus and Brown Line stations at Paulina, Addison, and Southport. Enjoy convenient access to Roscoe Village dining, coffee shops, boutiques, neighborhood events, the Southport Corridor, Wrigleyville, and North Center amenities. Rare opportunity to own a legal two-flat with additional finished in-law/flex space in one of Chicago's most desirable neighborhoods....
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Home facts
- Year built:1895
- Listing ID #:12672659
- Updated:June 28, 2026 at 05:28 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:5
- Full bathrooms:5
- Rooms Total:15
- Basement Description:Finished, Full
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1895
- Architectural Style:Victorian
Schools
- High school:Lake View High School
- Middle school:Audubon Elementary School
- Elementary school:Audubon Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Lake Michigan
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$1,100,000
- Tax amount:$9,785 (2024)
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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