Nestled on historic Longwood Drive in the highly sought-after Beverly Hills/Southwest Morgan Park neighborhood, this charming English cottage-style home -known as “Longwood Lodge” offers timeless character in one of Chicago’s most scenic and prestigious historic districts. Situated on a beautiful tree-lined street along a winding bike route surrounded by stunning mansions, this location combines historic charm with unmatched convenience. Walk to parks, golf courses, Metra commuter train stations, and enjoy quick access to major highways, public transportation, and top-rated schools including Morgan Park Academy. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath, 1443 sqft home features hardwood floors, cedar closets, and a striking wood-burning stone fireplace. French doors open to kitchen with built in corner cabinet and outdoor deck overlooking a beautiful backyard with mature trees, flower beds, two patios, fenced yard, and an inviting English cottage-style front garden. Enjoy both a 3-season screened porch and a 4-season sunroom with peaceful backyard views. The full unfinished basement is already plumbed for a potential 3rd bathroom, offering excellent expansion possibilities. Major updates include a roof installed in 2025, gutters replaced in 2025, energy-efficient windows, two cedar closets, French doors, walk-in double closets. Long winding driveway to detached garage is flanked by landscaping with sheltered rose bushes. Shed is attached to back of garage. Basement has wine/root cellar with built in shelves. Bring your vision and creativity to make this home truly shine! Perfect opportunity for an investor or retail buyer looking to update and personalize a home in an exceptional location. Property is being sold *AS IS…NO REPAIRS* Showings on certain days, see broker remarks.
Property Details
Price:
$290,000
MLS #:
MRD12643237
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
chimorganpark
Listed Date:
May 8, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,443
Year Built:
1911
Schools
School District:
299
Elementary School:
Esmond Elementary School
High School:
Morgan Park High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Laundry Features
Laundry Chute
Exterior
Architectural Style
Cottage
Construction Materials
Frame, Wood Siding, Shingle Siding
Exterior Features
Fire Pit
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Asphalt, Concrete, Yes, Detached, Driveway, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Deck, Patio, Porch
Window Features
Drapes, Blinds
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2023
Taxes
$1,487
Listing Agent & Office
Cherilyn Williams
eXp Realty
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11427 S Longwood Drive
Chicago, IL


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