5054 Woodlawn Ave
Welcome to Woodlawn Manor. Stay in the Chicago that shaped history. The Obama Presidential Center opens this summer. We're handing you the keys to the neighborhood that started it all. Steps away from the Obama Presidential Center, this four-bedroom "penthouse" sits in the heart of historic Kenwood, minutes from the brand-new Obama Presidential Center and steps from the University of Chicago. It's a 1908 residence with the kind of grandeur you can't rebuild: mahogany walls and beams restored to a glow, original leaded glass framing the treetops, and rooms big enough for the whole crew to spread out and still find a quiet corner. The kitchen is a cook's dream with Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, granite surfaces and two walk-in pantries. Whether you bring in a chef or prefer DIY meals, this space is built for long dinners, slow mornings, and the feeling of waking up where history is being made. Formal dining room designed for the ultimate host; it comfortably accommodates a table for 12 or more, making it the perfect stage for holiday gatherings and elegant dinner parties. Sleeps your family or your group in comfort. An added perk: in-unit laundry. Walk to everything. Beyond your front door, you are steps away from the University of Chicago, lush parks, and the vibrant dining and shopping scene of Hyde Park. Come for the opening. Stay for the neighborhood.
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Shoesmith Elementary School
Ariel Elementary Community Academy
Kenwood Academy High School
Reavis Elementary Math & Sci Special School
Univ of Chicago Charter-Nth Kenwood
Ray Elementary School
Walter Henri Dyett High School for Arts
Bronzeville Academy Charter School
School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $585,000 |
Listed by Brittany Strale · Redfin Corporation · 3128364263
Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.
Last Updated: September 21, 2026 at 9:42 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12741279
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