$2,475,000

beds

baths

half bath

5,000

square ft

4923 S Greenwood Avenue

Chicago, Illinois 60615

Active / MLS #12485443 / Single Family / Kenwood

Listing information updated 5/19/2026 at 6:03am

Distinguished by its striking crow-stepped gable, this remarkable residence stands proudly in the heart of historic Kenwood. Built in 1896 for Edith and Laurence Carton, the home was designed by noted architect William Otis, a graduate of Paris's prestigious Ecole des Beaux-Arts and a protege of William LeBaron Jenney. At the height of Chicago's fascination with revival architecture, Otis looked to the canals of Amsterdam for inspiration, creating a residence that beautifully captures the elegance and craftsmanship of 17th-century Dutch design. Commissioned for the treasurer of Swift & Company, the home remains an exceptionally preserved example of architectural artistry and enduring quality. Beyond its richly detailed brick facade lies a grand yet welcoming interior filled with natural light. Original woodwork, art glass, and decorative tile have been meticulously preserved and thoughtfully complemented by modern updates. Expansive formal living and dining rooms flow effortlessly into a warm, inviting kitchen and a sunlit family room that opens onto a spacious deck-ideal for both elegant entertaining and everyday living. Offering eight bedrooms, multiple fireplaces, and a dramatic third-floor family room with soaring 15-foot ceilings, the residence provides extraordinary scale, character, and versatility. Set on a beautifully landscaped, tree-lined lot, the property also includes a charming coach house with a two-bedroom apartment-perfect for guests, extended family, or supplemental income. Timeless, sophisticated, and well maintained, this extraordinary home offers a rare opportunity to own a treasured piece of Kenwood's architectural heritage.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Traditional

Exterior Type:

Brick,Stone

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Wall Unit(s)

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

5,000

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

External Features:

Outdoor Grill, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

21x27 - Main

Dining Room:

20x19 - Main

Kitchen:

15x22 - Main

Family Room:

11x15 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

26x26 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

9x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

11x16 - Second

4th Bedroom:

15x15 - Second

Bedroom 5:

11x11 - Second Level

Bedroom 6:

15x15 - Third Level

Bedroom 7:

15x14 - Third Level

Bedroom 8:

13x16 - Third Level

Library:

11x16 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$36,403

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60615

City:

Chicago

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

299

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Architecture Style:

Traditional

Exterior Type:

Brick,Stone

Basement:

Unfinished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Wall Unit(s)

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

5,000

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

External Features:

Outdoor Grill, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

21x27 - Main

Dining Room:

20x19 - Main

Kitchen:

15x22 - Main

Family Room:

11x15 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

26x26 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

9x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

11x16 - Second

4th Bedroom:

15x15 - Second

Bedroom 5:

11x11 - Second Level

Bedroom 6:

15x15 - Third Level

Bedroom 7:

15x14 - Third Level

Bedroom 8:

13x16 - Third Level

Library:

11x16 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$36,403

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60615

City:

Chicago

County:

Cook

School District(s):

299

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Listing Office Phone: 312.944.8900

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