Family Matters House is a house in Chicago, Illinois, and a filming location for Family Matters (1989-1998).
Location: 1516 West Wrightwood Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, USA
Verified facts
- Located in Lincoln Park, Chicago
confidence 70/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1092, SRC-1093, SRC-3206 - Appeared in Family Matters (tv, 1989-1998)
confidence 70/100 · 3 independent sources · SRC-1092, SRC-1093, SRC-3207
Evidence & sources
- SRC-1092 — CBS Chicago — "Did I Do That? 'Family Matters' House In Chicago To Be Demolished" (Tier 2, news_article; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-1093 — DNAinfo Chicago — "'Family Matters' House Will Be Demolished, Replaced With Condos" (Tier 2, news_article; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-3206 — TV Insider — "City of Chicago Planning to Tear Down the 'Family Matters' House" (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-3207 — Snopes — "Was the 'Family Matters' House in Chicago Demolished?" (rated True) (Tier 2, fact_check; retrieved June 2026)
- SRC-5173 — Essence (Tier 2, press; retrieved June 2026)
How we verify
Every fact above is independently corroborated by at least two reputable sources and
confidence-scored before publication. Claims that cannot clear that bar are withheld. We show the
street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
publicly documented filming-location sites); the exact addresses of private residences and any
personal information are structurally barred from publication. Last reviewed June 2026.
Plan Your Visit
Privately owned — not open to the public. Exterior establishing-shot location for 'Family Matters' (interiors were shot on California studio lots). The original house at 1516 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago was approved for demolition in 2017 and replaced by condominiums. No public attraction exists; the site is private residential property.
Frequently asked questions
Where was Family Matters filmed?
Family Matters House, in Chicago, Illinois, is a real-world filming location used for Family Matters.
Can you visit Family Matters House?
Family Matters House is a private residence and is not open to the public. Please respect the owners' privacy and do not trespass.
Where is Family Matters House located?
Family Matters House is located in Chicago, Illinois.