1721 W Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,351 sqft

Property Description

Welcome to this warm and spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bath home in the heart of Andersonville, offered for the first time in four decades. From the moment you step inside, soaring high ceilings and a gracious living room/dining room combo set the tone for comfortable everyday living. The eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances and oversized windows that bathe the space in natural light while framing views of the beautifully manicured backyard. The main level offers two bedrooms and a full bath, while upstairs you'll find two additional generously sized bedrooms, another full bath, and attic access. Thoughtfully maintained over the years, this home features a roof less than 7 years old and a new HVAC motor replaced in 2025. The basement adds incredible versatility with an "in-law" apartment - complete with a kitchenette, full bathroom, and a nicely sized bedroom bringing the total to 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths. (Legal status of the basement apartment cannot be verified.) Detached 2 Car garage off alley. Prime Andersonville Location, The Waldorf School - just a block away Award-winning Amundsen High School - nearby. Andersonville's renowned shopping and dining district - moments from your door The Wednesday Farmer's Market and countless beloved local businesses and eateries. A truly special home in one of Chicago's most vibrant communities. Being sold AS IS.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

August 24, 2026 at 12:19PM

Listing Office:

Baird & Warner : 773-331-2310

Listing Agent:

Maria Fernandez : 773-331-2310

MLS ID:

12722256

Interior

• General: 1st Floor BedroomIn-Law Floorplan
• Rooms: KitchenBedroom 5Family Room
• Master Bath: Accessible Shower
• Appliances: RangeDishwasherWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)
• Dining: Combined w/ LivRm
• Laundry: In Unit
• Basement: Partially FinishedFull
• Flooring: Hardwood
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Natural GasElectric
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• Style: Farmhouse
• Parking: Garage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedDetachedGarageParking spaces: 2

Construction

• Windows: Screens
• General: 2 Stories

Location

• HOA Amenities: ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedNot Applicable
• Originating MLS: mred
• School District: 299
• County: Cook

Lot

• Zoning: 14074030080000

Utilities

• Water: Lake MichiganPublic
• Sewer: Public Sewer

Financial

• Source: mred
• Ownership: Fee Simple