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The Powhatan

4950 S Chicago Beach Drive, Chicago, IL, 60615

YEAR BUILT

1929

# STORIES

# TOTAL UNITS

15

UNIT SIZE RANGE

4,450-4,550 sqft

Description

The Powhatan is located at 4950 S Chicago Beach Drive in Chicago. This building has a rich history, having been built in 1929. It consists of 15 units with 3 or 4 bedrooms each. The unit sizes range from 4,450 to 4,550 square feet, offering plenty of living space. Prices of the units are between $680,000 and $775,000. This translates into a significant investment in a well-maintained building with a lot of character. The price reflects the desirable amenities and location of the building. Residents can enjoy various amenities such as a private indoor pool and a well-equipped exercise room. There is also a sundeck, a party room for gatherings, and a bike room with nearby bike trails. These features help create a community feel and provide options for leisure and fitness. Chicago’s location offers access to beautiful parks and nearby Lake Michigan. This makes it attractive for those who appreciate outdoor activities. The area has various local businesses, like The Market In the Park for grocery needs, and nearby schools like Tutorials of Cytology. Living in this building means enjoying a blend of comfort and convenience. The layout encourages social interactions while also allowing for private living. The amenities enhance the daily lifestyle and contribute to a vibrant community atmosphere.

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The Powhatan

4950 S Chicago Beach Drive, Chicago, IL, 60615

YEAR BUILT

1929

# STORIES

# TOTAL UNITS

15

UNIT SIZE RANGE

4,450-4,550 sqft

Description

The Powhatan is located at 4950 S Chicago Beach Drive in Chicago. This building has a rich history, having been built in 1929. It consists of 15 units with 3 or 4 bedrooms each. The unit sizes range from 4,450 to 4,550 square feet, offering plenty of living space. Prices of the units are between $680,000 and $775,000. This translates into a significant investment in a well-maintained building with a lot of character. The price reflects the desirable amenities and location of the building. Residents can enjoy various amenities such as a private indoor pool and a well-equipped exercise room. There is also a sundeck, a party room for gatherings, and a bike room with nearby bike trails. These features help create a community feel and provide options for leisure and fitness. Chicago’s location offers access to beautiful parks and nearby Lake Michigan. This makes it attractive for those who appreciate outdoor activities. The area has various local businesses, like The Market In the Park for grocery needs, and nearby schools like Tutorials of Cytology. Living in this building means enjoying a blend of comfort and convenience. The layout encourages social interactions while also allowing for private living. The amenities enhance the daily lifestyle and contribute to a vibrant community atmosphere.

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Description

The Powhatan is located at 4950 S Chicago Beach Drive in Chicago. This building has a rich history, having been built in 1929. It consists of 15 units with 3 or 4 bedrooms each. The unit sizes range from 4,450 to 4,550 square feet, offering plenty of living space. Prices of the units are between $680,000 and $775,000. This translates into a significant investment in a well-maintained building with a lot of character. The price reflects the desirable amenities and location of the building. Residents can enjoy various amenities such as a private indoor pool and a well-equipped exercise room. There is also a sundeck, a party room for gatherings, and a bike room with nearby bike trails. These features help create a community feel and provide options for leisure and fitness. Chicago’s location offers access to beautiful parks and nearby Lake Michigan. This makes it attractive for those who appreciate outdoor activities. The area has various local businesses, like The Market In the Park for grocery needs, and nearby schools like Tutorials of Cytology. Living in this building means enjoying a blend of comfort and convenience. The layout encourages social interactions while also allowing for private living. The amenities enhance the daily lifestyle and contribute to a vibrant community atmosphere.

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Unit Availability

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The Powhatan Inventory & Sale History

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 12A12A4000442462022-06-06
MLS#: 11236604 		Closed$775,000
Unit 13A13A4000341442021-11-30
MLS#: 11150009 		Closed$680,000
Unit 9A9A4500332272009-08-24
MLS#: 07106072 		Closed$665,000
Unit 12A
12A

4 Beds

4 Baths

4000 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2022-06-06Closed$775,000
MLS#: 11236604
Days On Market246
Unit 13A
13A

3 Beds

4 Baths

4000 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2021-11-30Closed$680,000
MLS#: 11150009
Days On Market144
Unit 9A
9A

3 Beds

3 Baths

4500 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2009-08-24Closed$665,000
MLS#: 07106072
Days On Market227
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Amenities

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
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Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking
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Amenities

Elevator(s)

Elevator(s)

Exercise Room

Exercise Room

Private Indoor Pool

Private Indoor Pool

Indoor Pool

Indoor Pool

Door Person

Door Person

Security Door Lock(s)

Security Door Lock(s)

Laundry

Laundry

Coin Laundry

Coin Laundry

Sundeck

Sundeck

Receiving Room

Receiving Room

Bike Room/Bike Trails

Bike Room/Bike Trails

Party Room

Party Room

Storage

Storage

Service Elevator(s)

Service Elevator(s)

Valet

Valet

Policies

Speaking of furry friends, The Powhatan is indeed a pet-friendly haven! Whether you have a cat that loves to lounge by the window or a small dog that can't wait for their daily walk, you'll find a welcoming environment for your four-legged companions.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
The Powhatan--
1640 E 50th St$86/sqft.$1 /sqft.
The Narragansett$86/sqft.$1 /sqft.
4940 S East End Ave$200/sqft.$2 /sqft.
The Barclay$193/sqft.$2 /sqft.
5000 S East End Ave$123/sqft.$2 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

The Powhatan is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

Kenwood Academy High School

A-
Public|Grades 9–12
5015 S Blackstone ...|0.28 miles away

Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
5235 S Cornell Ave|0.3 miles away

Shoesmith Elementary School

C+
Public|Grades KG–6
1330 E 50th St|0.51 miles away

Murray Elementary Language Academy

C-
Public|Grades KG–8
5335 S Kenwood Ave|0.6 miles away

Futureworld Nfp

--
Private|Grades KG–9
1744 E 55th St|0.64 miles away

City Elementary School

--
Private|Grades 1–8
1100 E Hyde Park B...|0.74 miles away
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Schools

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Description

The Powhatan is positioned near local schools serving the surrounding area. Educational institutions within a 2-mile radius improve daily accessibility. Families benefit from shorter commutes and convenience. This well-located area supports comfortable living.

Kenwood Academy High School

A-
Public|Grades 9–12
5015 S Blackstone ...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
5235 S Cornell Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Shoesmith Elementary School

C+
Public|Grades KG–6
1330 E 50th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Murray Elementary Language Academy

C-
Public|Grades KG–8
5335 S Kenwood Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Futureworld Nfp

--
Private|Grades KG–9
1744 E 55th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

City Elementary School

--
Private|Grades 1–8
1100 E Hyde Park B...|Less than 1 Mile Away

Harte Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
1556 E 56th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Univ of Chicago Charter-Nth Kenwood

D
Public|Grades PK–5
1119 E 46th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Ariel Elementary Community Academy

D
Public|Grades PK–8
1119 E 46th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Little Black Pearl Arts Academy High School

--
Public|Grades 9–12
1060 E 47th St|Less than 1 Mile Away

Ray Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
5631 S Kimbark Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

Kozminski Elementary School

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
936 E 54th St|1.01 Miles Away

Reavis Math and Science Elementary School

D+
Public|Grades PK–8
834 E 50th St|1.08 Miles Away

Church of God of Chicago

--
Private|Grades KG–7
4601 S Drexel Blvd|1.08 Miles Away

Robinson Elementary School

C+
Public|Grades PK–3
4225 S Lake Park A...|1.13 Miles Away

King College Preparatory High School

A+
Public|Grades 9–12
4445 S Drexel Blvd|1.15 Miles Away

Bronzeville Academy Charter School

D+
Public|Grades KG–8
4930 S Cottage Gro...|1.16 Miles Away

Univ of Chicago Lab School

--
Private|Grades PK–12
1362 E 59th St|1.21 Miles Away

Woodson South Elementary School

D-
Public|Grades PK–8
4414 S Evans Ave|1.41 Miles Away

Dyett High School

--
Public|Grades 12–12
|1.45 Miles Away

Walter Henri Dyett High School for the Arts

D+
Public|Grades 9–12
555 E 51st St|1.45 Miles Away

Carnegie Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
1414 E 61st Pl|1.49 Miles Away

Hyde Park Academy High School

D+
Public|Grades 9–12
6220 S Stony Islan...|1.56 Miles Away

Fuller Elementary School

C
Public|Grades PK–8
4214 S Saint Lawre...|1.70 Miles Away

Burke Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–8
5356 S King Dr|1.73 Miles Away

Cambridge Classical Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–8
4622 S King Dr|1.74 Miles Away

Mollison Elementary School

D
Public|Grades PK–8
4415 S Dr Martin L...|1.76 Miles Away

Univ of Chicago Charter-Woodlawn

D+
Public|Grades 6–12
6300 S University ...|1.81 Miles Away

Mount Carmel High School

--
Private|Grades 9–12
6410 S Dante Ave|1.82 Miles Away

Fiske Elementary School

D-
Public|Grades PK–8
6020 S Langley Ave|1.83 Miles Away

Hyde Park Day School Chicago Campus

--
Private|Grades 1–8
6254 S Ellis Ave|1.87 Miles Away

Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School

--
Private|Grades 5–12
6245 S Ingleside A...|1.88 Miles Away

Wadsworth Elementary School

D-
Public|Grades PK–8
6650 S Ellis Ave|1.95 Miles Away

Christ the King Lutheran School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
3701 S Lake Park A...|1.99 Miles Away

Univ of Chicago Charter-Donoghue

D-
Public|Grades PK–5
707 E 37th St|2.00 Miles Away

Transit

Set in Kenwood, The Powhatan provides residents with convenient access to public transit across Chicago. Multiple Bus, Metro, Rail are available within 2 miles, offering seamless daily travel options. Efficient transit connections support work, education, and lifestyle needs. This transit-rich area contributes to a balanced and connected living experience.

1111 East 60th Street

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

1240 E 47th Street

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

40th Street & Ellis

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

42nd Place & Lake Park

1.21 miles away|24 min walk

43rd

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

43rd Green Line Station

1.97 miles away|38 min walk
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Description

Set in Kenwood, The Powhatan provides residents with convenient access to public transit across Chicago. Multiple Bus, Metro, Rail are available within 2 miles, offering seamless daily travel options. Efficient transit connections support work, education, and lifestyle needs. This transit-rich area contributes to a balanced and connected living experience.

1111 East 60th Street

1.51 miles away|29 min walk

1240 E 47th Street

0.65 miles away|13 min walk

40th Street & Ellis

1.55 miles away|30 min walk

42nd Place & Lake Park

1.21 miles away|24 min walk

43rd

1.96 miles away|38 min walk

43rd Green Line Station

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

43rd Street & Berkeley

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

43rd Street & Calumet (Green Line)

1.94 miles away|38 min walk

43rd Street & Cottage Grove

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

43rd Street & Drexel

1.31 miles away|26 min walk

43rd Street & King Drive

1.84 miles away|36 min walk

43rd Street & Lake Park

1.13 miles away|22 min walk

43rd Street & Langley

1.52 miles away|30 min walk

43rd Street & St. Lawrence

1.63 miles away|32 min walk

43rd Street & Vincennes

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

47th (Green)

1.8 miles away|35 min walk

47th-Green

1.8 miles away|35 min walk

47th St. (Kenwood)

0.5 miles away|10 min walk

47th Street & Calumet

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

47th Street & Cottage Grove

1.18 miles away|23 min walk

47th Street & Drexel

1.05 miles away|21 min walk

47th Street & Ellis

0.94 miles away|19 min walk

47th Street & Greenwood

0.83 miles away|16 min walk

47th Street & Indiana

1.93 miles away|37 min walk

47th Street & King Drive

1.67 miles away|32 min walk

47th Street & Lake Park

0.54 miles away|11 min walk

47th Street & Langley

1.28 miles away|25 min walk

47th Street & Prairie

1.84 miles away|36 min walk

47th Street & St. Lawrence

1.42 miles away|28 min walk

47th Street & Vincennes

1.53 miles away|30 min walk

47th Street & Woodlawn

0.72 miles away|14 min walk

5000 S Lake Park

0.21 miles away|4 min walk

51st

1.76 miles away|34 min walk

51st/53rd St. (Hyde Park)

0.34 miles away|7 min walk

51st Green Line Station

1.77 miles away|34 min walk

51st Street & Champlain

1.32 miles away|26 min walk

51st Street & Cottage Grove

1.15 miles away|23 min walk

51st Street & Drexel Square

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

51st Street & Evans

1.22 miles away|24 min walk

51st Street & Forrestville

1.46 miles away|28 min walk

51st Street & Indiana

1.89 miles away|37 min walk

51st Street & King Drive

1.61 miles away|31 min walk

51st Street & Michigan

1.97 miles away|38 min walk

51st Street & St. Lawrence

1.39 miles away|27 min walk

5200 S King Drive

1.66 miles away|32 min walk

5200 S S Hyde Park

0.25 miles away|5 min walk

5440 S S Hyde Park

0.54 miles away|11 min walk

55th - 56th - 57th St.

0.79 miles away|16 min walk

55th Street & Blackstone

0.69 miles away|14 min walk

55th Street & Cottage Grove

1.29 miles away|25 min walk

The Neighbourhood: Kenwood

Kenwood sits on Chicago’s South Side near Lake Michigan. Jackson Park offers large green space and walking paths. Promontory Point provides lake views and a grassy slope for picnics. Museum of Science and Industry attracts visitors with interactive exhibits. DuSable Museum of African American History presents local history and art. Valois Restaurant serves diner food to residents and students. Medici hosts casual meals and coffee. Promontory operates a concert hall and bar for evening events. Navy Pier draws people to rides like the Centennial Wheel and to seasonal fairs. Metra Electric District connects the neighborhood to downtown and the south suburbs. CTA buses run along major routes and link to other train lines. Lakefront Trail gives space for runners and cyclists. Small shops and cafes support daily needs near campus and homes. University of Chicago brings cultural events and research institutions to the area. Community groups host farmers markets and neighborhood meetings in parks. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 25 to 29 years old and that households with one person make up the largest share.

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Neighbourhood Description

Kenwood sits on Chicago’s South Side near Lake Michigan. Jackson Park offers large green space and walking paths. Promontory Point provides lake views and a grassy slope for picnics. Museum of Science and Industry attracts visitors with interactive exhibits. DuSable Museum of African American History presents local history and art. Valois Restaurant serves diner food to residents and students. Medici hosts casual meals and coffee. Promontory operates a concert hall and bar for evening events. Navy Pier draws people to rides like the Centennial Wheel and to seasonal fairs. Metra Electric District connects the neighborhood to downtown and the south suburbs. CTA buses run along major routes and link to other train lines. Lakefront Trail gives space for runners and cyclists. Small shops and cafes support daily needs near campus and homes. University of Chicago brings cultural events and research institutions to the area. Community groups host farmers markets and neighborhood meetings in parks. Data shows that the most common age group falls between 25 to 29 years old and that households with one person make up the largest share.

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The Powhatan Demographics

Age Demographics

0–14 Years

11.84%

15–29 Years

31.62%

30–44 Years

20.21%

45–59 Years

15.76%

60+ Years

20.56%

Commute

24.24%

Transit

20.05%

Walk

30.1%

Drive

5.62%

Bike

Housing Ownership

34.35%

Owner Occupied

65.65%

Rental Units

Household Types

Single Family
17.59%
Multi Family
2.59%
Single Person
53.62%
Multi Person
46.38%

Average Income

Household:$6,151,438.82 /yr

Individual:$5,213,387.97 /yr

Education

Bachelors Degree25.02%
High School College8.48%
Diploma3.92%
Post Graduate47.05%
Others15.53%
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Education

Diploma3.92%
Post Graduate47.05%
Others15.53%
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