1638 N Campbell Avenue, Chicago, IL

$549,900

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About 1638 N Campbell Avenue

Classic Chicago 1890 Frame Worker's Cottage 2-Flat in Northeast Humboldt Park - First Time on the Market in 37 Years. A rare opportunity for rehabbers and restoration-minded investors to bring new life to a classic Chicago property in one of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods. Owned by the same family for 37 years, this vintage 2-flat offers tremendous upside for those looking to undertake a substantial renovation and create significant value. Situated on a 25' x 125' RS-3 zoned lot, the property retains the charm and character of Chicago's historic worker's cottages and presents a blank canvas for a complete gut rehab, reconfiguration, owner-occupant conversion, or long-term investment project. The structure requires extensive renovation and is being offered to buyers with the vision and expertise to restore its full potential. The location is exceptional-at the crossroads of Bucktown, Wicker Park, Humboldt Park, and Logan Square. Just steps from the Bloomingdale 606 Trail, the Western Blue Line CTA station with direct access to O'Hare and downtown, commuter rail options, and convenient access to I-90. Enjoy immediate proximity to some of Chicago's best restaurants, cafes, nightlife, parks, and neighborhood amenities. Opportunities to acquire and reimagine a property in this premier location are increasingly rare. Opportunities to restore and modernize an original Chicago worker's cottage 2-flat in this location are increasingly rare."-this is your chance to transform a classic Chicago building into something truly special.

Features of 1638 N Campbell Avenue

MLS® # 12697904
Price $549,900
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 0.00
Year Built 1890
Type Residential Income
Sub-Type Two to Four Units
Style Cottage
Status Contingent

Community Information

Address 1638 N Campbell Avenue
Area CHI - West Town
City Chicago
County Cook
State IL
Zip Code 60647

Amenities

Parking Spaces 2
Parking Off Alley, Alley Access, Yes, Owned
Is Waterfront No
Has Pool No

Interior

Heating Natural Gas
Fireplace No
Has Basement No
Basement None

Exterior

Exterior Aluminum Siding
Roof Asphalt
Foundation Stone

School Information

District 299

Additional Information

Days on Market 60
Zoning MULTI
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

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Listing information last updated on September 9th, 2026 at 11:02am CDT.