314 W Menomonee St

Chicago, IL 60614

$1,899,000
Price
3
Beds
2,800 Sq. Ft.
$678 / Sq. Ft.
2,800
Sq. Ft.
$678
per Sq. Ft.

Description

As featured in Chicago Crain's Magazine -- Discover a rare opportunity to own a landmarked Chicago Treasure-- The actual Old Town "Yellow House", a beloved neighborhood gem. This piece of Chicago history is a charming 1875-built home on Menomonee Street. Featuring a secret garden which is a three-time City of Chicago Garden Contest winner. This iconic beauty with a side yard patio and tandem parking seamlessly blends historic character with modern updates. Flooded with natural light from numerous...As featured in Chicago Crain's Magazine -- Discover a rare opportunity to own a landmarked Chicago Treasure-- The actual Old Town "Yellow House", a beloved neighborhood gem. This piece of Chicago history is a charming 1875-built home on Menomonee Street. Featuring a secret garden which is a three-time City of Chicago Garden Contest winner. This iconic beauty with a side yard patio and tandem parking seamlessly blends historic character with modern updates. Flooded with natural light from numerous windows overlooking the stunning outdoor space and the charm of Menomonee. The home's main southern exposure and no adjoining neighbors provides unique sunshine from early morning till late evening. The kitchen includes an eat-in area, while the spacious living and dining areas offer ample room for entertaining. Stained glass accents and intricate moldings further enhance the home's historic charm. Upstairs, a large family room with a stone fireplace is complemented by three bedrooms and a guest bath. The primary suite boasts a walk-in closet and a spacious en-suite bath with a clawfoot tub and skylight. The lower level features a recreation room and ample storage space. Coming to market for the first time in over 25 years, this meticulously maintained home has undergone thoughtful renovations while preserving its original integrity. Nestled in the heart of the Old Town Triangle, just steps from the lake, zoo, shopping, and dining, this home is also located in the highly sought-after Lincoln School District.
  1. Listed by Hadley Rue • Dream Town Real Estate

Property Details for 314 West Menomonee Street

Area
CHI - Lincoln Park
Township
North Chicago
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
Architectural Style
Cottage
LISTING UPDATED: 02/20/2025 01:58 PM

Property Details for 314 West Menomonee Street

StatusActive
MLS #12285030
Days on Market62
Taxes$18,412 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1875
Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,040 SF
CountyCook County

Building Information for 314 West Menomonee Street

Stories-Year Built1875Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,040 SF

Property Information for 314 West Menomonee Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 156
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Lincoln Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 156
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Off Street, Driveway
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South, East, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Recreation Room, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: Security System, CO Detectors
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Brick Paver Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Standard Chicago Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 34X60
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Brick,Side Drive
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Frame, Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Rubber
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 1639
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 300
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2030
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2025-02-19T16:22:27
  • Photos Count: 48
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 9X9
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Second
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X19
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 8X22
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X29
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X7
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Deck Dimensions: 19X32
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 8X13
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 19X17
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 7X7

Property History for 314 West Menomonee Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 314 West Menomonee Street

Taxable ValueLand$25,500Additions$65,082Total$90,582
Tax Record2023$18,412 ($1,534 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,030 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,030 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,040 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1883CountyCOOKAPN14-33-407-025

Schools near 314 West Menomonee Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lincoln Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Lincoln Park High School
Public9 to 12

Lasalle Elementary Language Academy
PublicK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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314 West Menomonee Street is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60614. This property was listed for sale on February 13, 2025 by Dream Town Real Estate, it's currently listed at $1,899,000. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Lincoln Elementary School, Lincoln Park High School and Lasalle Elementary Language Academy. 314 West Menomonee Street is a 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,800 sqft single family home built in 1875.

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