Welcome, house lovers and connoisseurs of all things brick and charming! Let’s embark on a whirlwind tour of a residence that does its darnedest to meld the past with the present—a fusion as delicate as the proper cocktail-to-cheese ratio at your next sophisticated soiree. Behold, the joy and complexity that is 2117 W Dickens Ave.
Some Cool Stuff—and Some Realities
If you’re the sort who’s partial to rooftops, then be sure to step atop the garage roof deck, built in 2021. It’s perfect for entertaining, provided Chicago’s weather cooperates for more than five minutes.
Parking Situation: 2 garage spaces make city parking a dream, unless your dreams are filled with endless incoming traffic cones.
Though the house comes with a partially finished basement, it’s more an “intentional work-in-progress” aesthetic rather than complete subterranean luxury. But hey, an opportunity to install a speakeasy or pretend you’re starring in a post-apocalyptic drama!
The Not-So-Chic But Still Lovable
- No Disability Access: The three-story layout could be challenging for those not willing to play stair champions at all hours—get your fit cardio, though!
- Annual Tax Spell: At a spicy $14,967, it’s enough to consider productive gardening to offset costs.
A Final Note
This home may not sparkle with brand-new sterility, but for a home in such a historical and trendy Chicago area, it presents a volume and value you’ll be hard-pressed to find elsewhere. And honestly, what’s better than spending your weekdays in a home that’s charmingly quirky, yet full of character?
It’s a place where history and home collide—sometimes messily but always interestingly. For all this and more, as our trusty gallery reveals, see the images below!
2117 W Dickens Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
