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653 BARRY Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
$600,000
2beds
2baths
1,150sqft
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About this home
Spectacular, sun-drenched, beautifully remodeled 2BR/2BA condo with airy 9.5+FT ceilings, a peaceful and private south facing balcony, and an ultra prime location on tree-lined Barry Avenue steps to the very best East Lakeview and Chicago have to offer! Built new in 2005 behind a classic Chicago Greystone facade, this meticulously maintained and super stylish home features an immensely livable layout showcasing a sunny, light-filled, open concept living room/dining room/kitchen with abundant windows on three sides (S/E/W). Stunning interior upgrades abound including the DREAM kitchen with elegant white cabinetry, full-height designer backsplash, thick granite countertops, island with barstool seating, stainless steel appliances, and a striking wine/beverage center with accent shelving. The primary suite includes a spacious walk-in closet with Elfa organizers, and a luxurious, brand new, spa-caliber bathroom with a gorgeous mix of light and dark marble; large shower with 12" rain head, hand-held sprayer, and full-width bench; white dual-vanity with contrasting thick granite countertop, and a designer mirrored cabinet with LED lighting and internal outlets. The second spacious bedroom also offers an Elfa organized walk-in closet in stainless steel with dark walnut accents, and an adjacent full bath with newly refinished vanity and extra wide granite countertop with a niche for stool/make-up area. Additional fine features and upgrades include: newly refinished solid oak hardwood flooring throughout, crown molding, entire unit freshly painted in up to the minute color tones, new/newer HVAC, hot water tank, and kitchen appliances; smart door lock, and more. Includes a large private storage room (3.5' x 5' x 10') conveniently located directly by Unit 2S's front door/entry alcove. One secured covered parking space included! Steps to Mariano's and all the great shopping, cafes and nightlife on Broadway, with convenient access to the Belmont Brown/Purple/Red lines, and a short stroll to Lake Michigan! Welcome home to the very best of urban residential living!
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.
Location
The facts
Property typeResidential
Year built2005
Age band21-25 Years
Total parking1
Lot dimensionsCOMMON
AreaCHI - Lake View
Bedrooms (total)2
Annual tax$9,116.02
First listedApr 28, 2026
Parcel #14281070961005
CountyCook
MLS #MRD12631594
Days on market1
Photos21
Schools
ElementaryNettelhorst Elementary School
Features
Heating
Natural GasForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)
Parking
AssignedOff StreetSecuredYesOwned
Construction
Stone
Sewer
Public Sewer
Mentioned in description
dwello's AI pulled these details from the agent's listing description. Each is a direct quote — verify anything critical with the agent.
- ✨ Hardwood Floors “newly refinished solid oak hardwood flooring throughout”
- ✨ Updated Kitchen “DREAM kitchen with elegant white cabinetry, full-height designer backsplash, thick granite countertops, island with barstool seating, stainless steel appliances, and a striking wine/beverage center”
- ✨ Recent Roof/HVAC/Windows “new/newer HVAC, hot water tank, and kitchen appliances”
- ✨ Open Floor Plan “open concept living room/dining room/kitchen with abundant windows on three sides”
- ✨ Walk-in Closet “primary suite includes a spacious walk-in closet with Elfa organizers, and second spacious bedroom also offers an Elfa organized walk-in closet”
- ✨ Smart Home “smart door lock”
Listed by
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Keith Wilkey · 773-742-1318
Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 4/28/2026, 4:49:04 PM. All data should be independently verified.
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