# 523 N. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642 > **TL;DR:** 2bd/2ba condo, $389,900 ($325/sqft), built 2002, 1,200 sqft. Est. $2,086/mo. Listed 51 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $389,900 | | Price/sqft | $325 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 2 full | | Square Feet | 1,200 | | Year Built | 2002 | | Property Type | Condo (Condominium) | | Status | Active Under Contract | | Days on Market | 51 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,972 | | Estimated Insurance | $114 | | **Total** | **$2,086** | ## Nearby Schools - **Elementary:** Otis Elementary School - **Middle:** Otis Elementary School - **High:** Wells Community Academy Senior H ## Property Highlights - Built in 2002 ## Description ### Agent Description Welcome to 523 N Racine Ave Unit 1, a spacious 2-bed condo in River West with approximately 1,200 square feet, 2 full baths, huge west facing windows, 12 foot ceilings, in-unit laundry, and assigned parking. Extensive recent updates pair move-in-ready interiors with convenient access to the CTA Blue Line and Chicago's highway network. Step inside to a nicely painted interior that gives the home a clean, updated feel. High ceilings enhance the spacious layout, while floor-to-ceiling windows at the front of the unit bring in natural light. The kitchen features granite countertops, white cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, oven/range, and dishwasher. Additional updates include an updated washer and dryer, new blinds, barn doors, privacy glass between rooms, updated bathroom fixtures, and added shelving in the pantry and bedroom closets. Major mechanical improvements include a water heater replaced in 2022, plus a brand-new furnace and AC installed in August 2026. An assigned parking space located directly outside the back door adds everyday convenience, while a small gated front yard provides additional outdoor space at the front of the building. The monthly HOA fee is $197.50 and includes water, lawn care, snow removal, garbage, and common-area electricity. Owners repsponsible for gas, electricity, and internet/cable. 2025 property taxes are $8,556.20. With approximately 1,200 square feet and a long list of thoughtful improvements, this 2-bed condo in West Town offers an updated Chicago home with convenient access to public transportation and highways. ## Location - **Address:** 523 N. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642 - **County:** Cook ## Listing Agent - **Name:** John Lyons - **Brokerage:** Baird & Warner Real Estate - **Broker Phone:** 7736975555 ## Photos ![523 N. Racine Avenue - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/cd14814c9a5cc67597d6542e0d24c3ael-f1712405992r.jpg) ![523 N. Racine Avenue - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/cd14814c9a5cc67597d6542e0d24c3ael-f3091726219r.jpg) ![523 N. Racine Avenue - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/cd14814c9a5cc67597d6542e0d24c3ael-f1105618327r.jpg) ![523 N. 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Racine Avenue - Photo 22](http://lh.rdcpix.com/cd14814c9a5cc67597d6542e0d24c3ael-f3251493983r.jpg) ![523 N. Racine Avenue - Photo 23](http://lh.rdcpix.com/cd14814c9a5cc67597d6542e0d24c3ael-f1666835623r.jpg) ![523 N. Racine Avenue - Photo 24](http://lh.rdcpix.com/cd14814c9a5cc67597d6542e0d24c3ael-f3182335929r.jpg) ![523 N. Racine Avenue - Photo 25](http://lh.rdcpix.com/cd14814c9a5cc67597d6542e0d24c3ael-f1995267742r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 12748175 | **Updated:** 2026-10-20 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Baird & Warner Real Estate. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/523-n-racine-avenue-chicago-il-60642-6b1dadd2ed054d0bbb97b4347034bd0a) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/523-n-racine-avenue-chicago-il-60642-6b1dadd2ed054d0bbb97b4347034bd0a#listing", "url": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/523-n-racine-avenue-chicago-il-60642-6b1dadd2ed054d0bbb97b4347034bd0a", "name": "523 N. Racine Avenue, Chicago, IL 60642", "description": "Welcome to 523 N Racine Ave Unit 1, a spacious 2-bed condo in River West with approximately 1,200 square feet, 2 full baths, huge west facing windows, 12 foot ceilings, in-unit laundry, and assigned parking. 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