For sale Condo

Listed Sep 17, 2026

$160,000 Est. $1,058/mo

959 East 61st Street 2

  • 2

    Beds

  • 1

    Baths

  • 856

    Sq ft

The story

  • Basement

This cheerful, vintage, restored unit is just south of the Midway Plaisance at the borderline of Hyde Park & Woodlawn. Recently refreshed and updated with refinished, hardwood floors, all brand new stainless-steel appliances, new kitchen cabinet doors, new paint throughout, upgraded lighting + ceiling fans, bathroom restoration & more! The kitchen has stainless steel shelving and the pantry closet contains the new refrigerator. The bathroom features a refinished bathtub, matching backsplash and wall tile, new toilet, and a new sink + vanity cabinet. The modern vinyl winds are easy to operate. ------ This dynamic location is about a block away from University of Chicago institutions, with easy access to the new Presidential Library, parks, museums, lakefront, grocery stores, shopping, trains including the CTA & Metra. Enjoy peaceful convenient living with ideal access for commuting north or south. ------ The monthly HOA assessment is low, especially for Hyde Park: $475.02. And it includes heat, water, common insurance, refuse removal, storage, exterior maintenance & more. There is a laundry room on-site. ------ This unit is move-in ready!

Facts & features

Home type

Condo

Year built

1908

Floors

3

Price per sq ft

$187

HOA

$475 / monthly

Included features

  • Basement

    Yes

  • Cooling

    Window Unit(s)

  • Heating

    Steam, Radiator(s)

  • Appliances

    Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal

  • Flooring

    Hardwood

  • Water Source

    Lake Michigan, Public

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

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Estimated monthly payment

$1,058 /mo

7% rate · 30-yr fixed · 20% down

  • Principal & interest $852
  • Property tax $160
  • Insurance $47

Includes principal, interest, taxes & insurance.

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Listing Broker

Manchester Realty

Broker Name

Manchester Realty

Agent

Robert Parris