




5530 S South Shore Dr #3B, Chicago, IL, 60637
About This Home
Welcome to this well-priced two-bedroom, one-bath co-op at Promontory Apartments, where timeless architecture, comfort, and convenience come together. Designed by Mies van der Rohe, this historic building offers a distinctive setting with beautiful morning sunrises and an ideal location near some of Hyde Park's most treasured destinations. This inviting residence provides access to an impressive array of amenities, including 24-hour door staff, on-site management, an on-premises engineer, an exercise room, bike room, laundry facility, extra storage, rooftop solarium, vegetable garden, and picnic/grilling area. The seller has also installed new heating and air-conditioning units in each room to help ensure year-round comfort. Move-in ready while still offering the opportunity for your personal finishing touches, this home is just steps from the lakefront, the Museum of Science and Industry, the Obama Presidential Campus, and the University of Chicago. Everyday essentials and dining are close at hand, with Trader Joe's, Walgreens, and a variety of restaurants within walking distance. Monthly assessments include heat, air conditioning, water, cable, internet, and property taxes, helping simplify ownership with fewer additional expenses to manage. This is an exceptional opportunity to create your perfect home in one of Chicago's most iconic residential buildings.
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Materials
- Construction materials: Other
Type & Style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Common Area
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11X8
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Electric
- Cooling features: Wall Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,100 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 104
- Dimensions: 13X8
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 315
- Dimensions: 15X21
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10X13
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Bath Grab Bars,Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 20131030090000
- Special condition: None
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water,Front of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Front of Property
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $530 | $6,360 |
| Home Insurance * | $183 | $2,196 |
| Property Taxes | $151 | $1,812 |
| Electricity | $130 | $1,569 |
| Total | $994 | $11,928 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-23 | Listed for sale | $105,000 |
