$550,000

1638 N Campbell Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647

4 beds |
2 baths

Multi-Family Home
Built in 1890
—— sqft lot
—— car garage
$——/sqft
Listed 1 month ago

Property Description

Classic Chicago 1890 Frame Worker's Cottage 2-Flat in Northeast Humboldt Park - First Time on the Market in 37 Years. A rare opportunity for experienced rehabbers and restoration-minded investors to bring new life to a classic Chicago property in one of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods. Owned by the same family for 37 years, this vintage 2-flat offers tremendous upside for those looking to undertake a substantial renovation and create significant value. Situated on a 25' x 125' RS-3 zoned lot, the property retains the charm and character of Chicago's historic worker's cottages and presents a blank canvas for a complete gut rehab, reconfiguration, owner-occupant conversion, or long-term investment project. The structure requires extensive renovation and is being offered to buyers with the vision and expertise to restore its full potential. The location is exceptional-at the crossroads of Bucktown, Wicker Park, Humboldt Park, and Logan Square. Just steps from the Bloomingdale 606 Trail, the Western Blue Line CTA station with direct access to O'Hare and downtown, commuter rail options, and convenient access to I-90. Enjoy immediate proximity to some of Chicago's best restaurants, cafes, nightlife, parks, and neighborhood amenities. Opportunities to acquire and reimagine a property in this premier location are increasingly rare. Opportunities to restore and modernize an original Chicago worker's cottage 2-flat in this location are increasingly rare."-this is your chance to transform a classic Chicago building into something truly special.

Listing Status:: Active
Data Last Updated:: July 5, 2026 at 6:20PM
Listing Office:: E-Professional Realty : 312-730-8875
Listing Agent:: Juan Espinosa : 312-730-8875
MLS ID:: 12666149

Basement: None
Heating: Natural Gas

Style: Cottage
Parking: Off AlleyAlley AccessYesOwnedParking spaces: 2

Roofing: Asphalt
General: CottageStone

HOA Amenities: ParkLakeCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet Paved
Originating MLS: mred
School District: 299
County: Cook

Zoning: MULTI13364300250000

Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: mred
Ownership: Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of Juan Espinosa , E-Professional Realty

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