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$629,000
Monthly Est:$3,131
3 Beds
4 Baths4 full baths
1,848sqft
656 E Bowen Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
$629,000
$3,131/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1878
$-- HOA
-- sqft lot
$340/sq.ft
Description
Discover this beautifully updated 3-bedroom home in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood, featuring an open-concept main level, tall ceilings, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The modern kitchen, inviting new fireplace, and full bathroom create a warm, welcoming living space. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a private bath, along with two additional bedrooms, a full guest bath, and a balcony off the third bedroom. The finished basement adds versatile living space with a recreation area, bonus room, full bathroom, laundry room, and separate exterior access. Enjoy a fully fenced backyard, concrete walkway, detached 2-car garage, and convenient rear mudroom. Ideally located near Birmingham Park, biking trails, shopping, dining, and major highways, with convenient access to downtown Chicago.
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- Listing updated: October 28, 2026 at 5:06 am
- Listing Provided by: Rosa Flores (815) 200-8809 | Redfin Corporation (224) 699-5002
- Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12788616
Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1878
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
1,848 sqft
Lot Size
-- sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
MRED MLS
MLS Number
12788616
MLS Status
Active
Days on Market
7
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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 4
Mud Room
Level: Main
Area: 24.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 6X4
Bonus Room
Level: Basement
Area: 81.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 9X9
Dining Room
Level: Main
Area: 286.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 26X11
Family Room
Level: Basement
Area: 289.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 17X17
Kitchen
Level: Main
Area: 165.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X15
Laundry
Level: Basement
Area: 90.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X9
Living Room
Level: Main
Area: 288.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 18X16
Interior
Interior Features
1st Floor Full Bath
Heating
Gas
Flooring
Hardwood
Sewer
Public Sewer
Window Features
Blinds
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior Features
Balcony
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Humidifier
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1878
Home type
Single Family Residence
Construction Materials
Brick
Utilities & Energy
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup
Basement
Finished, Partial
Fireplace Features
Electric
Water Source
Public
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Electric
Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Other Features
Community Features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
10/22/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $629,000 +109.67% $340/sqft |
11/07/2025 Source: | Sold | $300,000 -7.66% $162/sqft |
10/01/2025 Source: | Pending | $324,900 $176/sqft |
09/12/2025 Source: | Price Decreased | $324,900 -12.17% $176/sqft |
08/27/2025 Source: | Price Decreased | $369,900 -7.50% $200/sqft |
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