4541 S Forrestville Avenue Chicago, IL 60653
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  4541 S Forrestville Avenue Chicago, IL 60653

Active (1 Days)
$1,250,000 (USD)
13
BED
8
BATH

Description

RARE investment opportunity in the heart of Bronzeville - a beautifully restored 1903 historic mansion converted into four oversized luxury apartments on a rare double-wide lot. This architect-designed 2025 renovation blends timeless vintage character with modern functionality, preserving original stained and leaded glass, intricate woodwork, hardwood floors, pocket doors, fireplaces, built-ins, and original doors throughout while adding all new plumbing, electrical with upgraded 400A service and separate meters, water heaters, kitchens, baths, insulation, and individual HVAC/mini-split systems. The property offers gracious outdoor living with a welcoming front porch, private rear decks, side yard, and common courtyard patio, plus a large brick coach house featuring parking for 3 cars on the lower level with incredible potential for additional living space, studio, office, or rental unit above. Each spacious full-floor unit features four exposures with abundant natural light, large bedrooms, in-unit washer/dryers, private storage, and custom-designed kitchens with soft-close cabinetry, solid surface countertops, induction cooking, upgraded appliances, backsplashes, and hoods. Bathrooms are fully updated with a mix of walk-in showers, marble slab flooring, upgraded cabinetry, and restored clawfoot tubs. Unit mix includes a 3 bed/1 bath garden unit with exposed brick and maple LVP flooring; Unit 1 is a stunning 2,106 SF 3 bed/3 bath residence featuring walnut-paneled dining room, statement island kitchen, bay windows, wood beams, and two ensuite baths; Unit 2 is a 2,100 SF 3 bed/2 bath home with stained glass, decorative fireplace, expansive solarium with terrazzo floors and lunette windows, and flexible office/family room space; Unit 3 is a 2,044 SF penthouse offering 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, skylit stairwell entry, original hardwood floors, private ensuite bath potential, and flexible layout. Quietly situated on a short residential street among single-family homes, this one-of-a-kind turnkey property offers luxury finishes, strong rental appeal, and irreplaceable historic charm.

MLS #:
12694066
Taxes
$20,366(2024)
Type
Multifamily
Year Built
1890
Style
Queen Anne
School District
299
County
Cook County
Community
Bronzeville

Listed By

Michael Scanlon, eXp Realty
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data
Last checked Jul 2 2026 at 6:36 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
Subdivision
  • Bronzeville
Property Features
  • Foundation: Block
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Heating and Cooling
  • Electric
  • Forced Air
  • Heat Pump
  • Natural Gas
Basement Information
  • Finished
  • Full
  • Walk-Out Access
  • Exterior Entry
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Water Source: Lake Michigan, Water Source: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Parking
  • Garage Owned
  • Garage
  • Detached
  • Yes
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Disclaimer: Square footage is based on information available to agent, including County records. Information has not been verified by agent and should be verified by buyer.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 7/2/2026 18:36. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.