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Two to Four Units · Chicago, IL
$549,900
4 beds · 2 baths
1638 N Campbell Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60647
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What’s special

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 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.
— the listing agent’s description

The home

4 beds
2 baths
Built in 1890
Lot 25x125
Two to Four Units
Cottage

What it’ll cost

$8,774 taxes / yr
No HOA
7 days on dwello

Estimated monthly payment

$3,815/mo
Principal & interest$2,924
Property taxes$731
Homeowners insurance$160
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Price history
Listed for sale
Jul 7, 2026
$549,900
Earlier records
Listed
Jun 2, 2026
$550,000
From MLS records — independently verify.
Property taxes
2025
Annual tax bill (MLS)
$8,774/yr
Assessed value
2025
County assessor
$46,836~$468,360 mkt
2024
$46,836~$468,360 mkt
2023
$50,001~$500,010 mkt
2022
$50,001~$500,010 mkt
2021
$50,001~$500,010 mkt
2020
$35,597~$355,970 mkt
2019
$40,452~$404,520 mkt
2018
$40,452~$404,520 mkt
Assessed value from the Cook County Assessor (open records). Estimated market ≈ assessed × 10 for residential; not an appraisal — verify with the assessor.

Features

Natural GasAluminum SidingPublic SewerOff AlleyAlley Access
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MLS listing dataMRED
Listed by Juan Espinosa · E-Professional Realty
Listing last updated Jul 13, 2026 · data refreshed from the MLS Jul 13, 2026, 5:08 AM CT
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Jul 13, 2026, 5:08 AM CT. Listing data © MRED LLC, distributed by MLS GRID — deemed reliable but not guaranteed; independently verify. Anything shown below this point is not MLS listing data.
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