$999,000

beds

baths

half baths

3,600

square ft

4959 S Greenwood Avenue

Chicago, Illinois 60615

New / MLS #12563527 / Single Family / Kenwood

Listing information updated 2/9/2026 at 6:03am

This stately all-brick 4-bedroom, 3.2 bath, two-story residence is ideally situated among historic mansions in prestigious Kenwood on iconic Professor's Row. Kenwood offers a rare suburban feel in the heart of the city and boasts an impressive roster of past and present residents, including Muddy Waters, Muhammad Ali, and the Obamas. Offering over 3,600 square feet of living space, this grand home presents a remarkable opportunity to bring your vision to life and restore it to its former glory. The main level welcomes you with a classical semicircular portico entrance leading into a grand foyer. A massive living room with fireplace flows into an adjacent parlor featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, creating an ideal setting for entertaining. The main floor also includes a sizable kitchen with large breakfast nook, formal dining room, and powder room. The second level features a generous primary bedroom with ensuite full bath and walk-in closet, two additional sizeable bedrooms, and a second full bath. A private landing leads to a second primary suite complete with its own ensuite full bath. The fully finished lower level provides additional living space with a cavernous rec room with bar area, second powder room, laundry area, and ample storage. An attached garage completes this exceptional offering. A rare opportunity to own a distinguished home in one of Chicago's most storied neighborhoods.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Exterior Entry,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,600

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.253

Internal Features:

In-Law Floorplan

Room Information

Living Room:

19x24 - Main

Dining Room:

20x14 - Main

Kitchen:

17x11 - Main

Family Room:

27x14 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

19x24 - Third Level

2nd Bedroom:

20x13 - Third

3rd Bedroom:

21x10 - Third

4th Bedroom:

10x20 - Second

Foyer:

12x15 - Main Level

Eating Area:

9x11 - Main Level

Bar/Entertainment:

11x9 - Basement Level

Sitting Room:

11x21 - Main Level

Laundry:

13x9 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$19,276

Tax Year:

2023

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

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Exterior Entry,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,600

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Acreage:

0.253

Internal Features:

In-Law Floorplan

Living Room:

19x24 - Main

Dining Room:

20x14 - Main

Kitchen:

17x11 - Main

Family Room:

27x14 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

19x24 - Third Level

2nd Bedroom:

20x13 - Third

3rd Bedroom:

21x10 - Third

4th Bedroom:

10x20 - Second

Foyer:

12x15 - Main Level

Eating Area:

9x11 - Main Level

Bar/Entertainment:

11x9 - Basement Level

Sitting Room:

11x21 - Main Level

Laundry:

13x9 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$19,276

Tax Year:

2023

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: Keller Williams Thrive

Listing Office Phone: 847.241.2200

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