
1214 W School St, Chicago, IL 60657
What This Townhouse Offers
Exquisite three-level townhome,located in the serene,tree-lined community near Margaret Donahue Park,offers the rare charm of single-family home living. With a... desirable south-facing orientation,the home is flooded in natural light and has expansive windows that overlook a peaceful,neighborhood street. The floor plan features 2 bedrooms on the same level,plus a versatile flex space on the ground floor - perfect as a third bedroom,office,or family room. The home also includes 2.5 baths,a private front yard,a spacious outdoor deck off the kitchen on the 2nd floor,and an attached garage with plenty of storage space. As you step into the front door,you'll find a generous family/recreation room with a half bath,a large laundry room,ample storage,and an attached 1-car garage. The second floor features a gorgeous white kitchen with granite countertops,island,pantry and stainless steel appliances. A lovely deck is adjacent to the kitchen,perfect for grilling and entertaining. Enjoy meals in the separate dining area,relax in the living room with bay windows,a gas fireplace,custom built-ins,and beautifully refinished hardwood floors. The third floor offers large bedrooms,each with great closet space,and two full bathrooms - with the second bath recently renovated to perfection. This townhome is ideally located just a short walk from Southport Corridor,Wrigley Field,public transportation,and within the highly-rated Hamilton School District. Don't miss out on this rare find! Available June 1st. MLS# MRD12621993
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Unit
- $5,400 / month
- 2 Beds
- 3 Baths
- Available Jun 1
Townhome Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Fireplace
- Furnished
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Garages
1214 W School St is a townhome for rent in Chicago, IL
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
- Garage
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Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1993
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Townhome
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Entry on the 1st floor
Interior Spaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Furnished
- Skylights
- Storage
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Above Grade Finished SF
- Total Sq Ft (Finished and Unfinished Spaces)
- 3-Story Property
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
- Dual Sinks
- 2.5 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Laundry on main level
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Off Alley Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Balcony
- Patio
Lot Details
- Fenced
- Lot Dimensions are 16x90x18x98
Schools
- Hamilton Elementary School
- Lake View High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Public Water Source
- Lake Michigan Water
- Circuit Breakers
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2026-06-01
- Rent includes water, parking, scavenger
Community Details
Recreation
- Park
Pet Policy
- No Pets Allowed
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable100 / 100
Transit
Strong public transit80 / 100
Driveability
Fairly drivable40 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable70 / 100
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Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Lake View High School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
DePaul Univ., Lincoln Park
Drive: 3 min (1.4 mi)
DeVry University-Illinois
Drive: 5 min (2 mi)
Truman College
Drive: 5 min (2.2 mi)
Kendall College
Drive: 7 min (3.3 mi)
Discover Lakeview, Chicago, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1214 W School St proximity to Bel-Ray Plaza, Belport Place Shopping Center, and Belmont Ave. Bel-Ray Plaza is 0.1 miles away, and Belport Place Shopping Center is within a 6 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 80, 1214 W School St has strong public transit, including 10 transit stops within 4.8 miles. Transit options include Southport Station and Belmont Station (Brown, Purple, Red Lines).
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1214 W School St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 2.2 miles, including Wrightwood Park, Chase Park, and Notebaert Nature Museum.
Airports
Living in Lakeview provides easy access to Chicago Midway International, located just 26 minutes from 1214 W School St. Another nearby airport is Chicago O'Hare International, located 14.3 miles away.
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