5335 S Harper Avenue #1

Located in the Heart of Hyde Park, this Vintage Building offers a rare blend of classic architecture and modern updates. This bright first-floor 2 bed, 2 full bath condo features an efficient, thoughtfully designed layout that lives much larger than its listed square footage. The welcoming outdoor courtyard greets you and invites you into the entryway boasting with classic flare. As you enter the unit, Natural light fills the home, highlighting the hardwood floors & crown molding throughout and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere, along with a fully functional gas fireplace for added comfort & charm. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinet and storage space, and recent updates including a new stove/range in 2023. The spacious primary suite includes an en suite bathroom, while both bedrooms offer generous closet space. Relax and unwind on your private patio overlooking the luscious & tranquil courtyard. A large private basement storage locker is included with the unit. Residents also enjoy access to a beautifully landscaped gated courtyard with patio views, creating a quiet and private feel despite the highly central location. The courtyard-facing position helps buffer street noise, and additional building amenities include a shared rear porch, fitness/workout room, intercom system, and a pet-friendly environment. The membrane roof, maintained by the HOA, was replaced in 2009. The professionally managed HOA covers water, trash and recycling, landscaping, snow removal, exterior maintenance, and common area upkeep. Ideally situated in the heart of Hyde Park, the condo is within walking distance of Promontory Point, the lakefront, Spruce Park, Harold Washington Park, and Nichols Park. Residents are just steps from 53rd Street dining, shopping, coffee shops, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and the Hyde Park Farmers Market located directly behind the building. Commuting is exceptionally convenient with the Metra Electric approximately a three-minute walk away, nearby CTA bus routes and University of Chicago shuttle pickup/drop-off just steps from the building. The location is also close to the highly anticipated Obama Presidential Library and the Museum of Science and Industry. Parking options include monthly paid parking in the adjacent lot for $184/month, non-permit street parking surrounding the building, and a large public parking lot behind the building with metered visitor parking. Additional updates include a new in-unit washer and dryer installed in 2024 and a new thermostat in 2026. The condo also offers central air and heat, supported by a newer AC condenser (2022) and furnace (2014).