


532 E 61st StreetChicago, IL 60637
Vacant Land532 E 61st Street Overview
- Time on Site:
- 309 days
- Visits:
- 2
Prime Development Opportunity in rapidly redeveloping Woodlawn at 532-536 E. 61st St. Exceptional opportunity to acquire a large corner lot (approx. 19,175 sq. ft.), with 156 Feet of Frontage on 61st Street and 125 Feet on Rhodes, just steps from 383-acre Washington Park, and less than half a mile from the University of Chicago. With a Minimum Lot Area/Per Unit of 2,500 sq. ft. and current B2-1 zoning, the site is ideally suited for development. Per the City of Chicago Zoning Code: 17-3-0103-B The B2 district permits residential dwelling units on or above the ground floor. This zoning flexibility makes the property especially attractive for development. The seller is also offering a second large corner site at this intersection (MLS #12454285), presenting a rare chance to acquire two prime development parcels in one of Chicago's most dynamic growth corridors. Highlights & Neighborhood Advantages: Excellent proximity to the University of Chicago South Campus and to the Obama Presidential Center. Unmatched CTA Green Line connectivity, offering direct access to IIT, the Loop, Fulton Market, United Center, and beyond. Strong market demand for housing near train-accessible sites. Surrounded by successful recent redevelopments, including the Jewel-Osco at 61st & Cottage Grove. Walkable to the University of Chicago campus, Logan Center, UChicago Medicine, Midway Plaisance, and two nearby Green Line stations. Just one mile from the Lakefront. With Woodlawn's revitalization well underway, this property offers tremendous potential for developers and community builders alike. Bring your vision and be part of Woodlawn's future.
532 E 61st Street Facts & Features
- Type Vacant Land
Details
General
School Information
- School District: 299
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Cook
- MLS Area Major: CHI - Woodlawn
- Township: Hyde Park
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $5,074.00
- Tax Year: 2023
General Information
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Parcel Number: 20154040350000
- Property Type: Land
- Special Listing Conditions: None
Interior
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Total: 0
Exterior
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Off Alley
- Parking Total: 0
Lot Information
- Additional Parcels: Yes
- Frontage Length: 156.4
- Frontage Type: City Street
- Lot Size Dimensions: 156.4 Frontage
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt
- Water Source: Municipal Water
Waterfront/View
- Waterfront: No
General Information
- Utilities: Electricity Nearby,Natural Gas Nearby,Water Nearby,Cable Available
532 E 61st Street Neighborhood
Community
60637 (Chicago) Demographics
Schools
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532 E 61st Street Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
532 E 61st Street History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025Source: MRED | Active |
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| 8/24/2025Source: MRED | August 24, 2025 |













