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Contingent
  • $319,900

    1540 N Mason Ave, Chicago, IL 60651

    4beds
    1,714sqft
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    $2,538/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1918
    3,750 Square Feet Lot
    $332,500 Zestimate®
    $187/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Oversized chicago lot
    This North Austin Brick Bungalow wants you to call her home! The home is situated on an oversized Chicago Lot! The architectural roof is 1 year old! The brick work is in very good condition, making this home solid, to say the least! On the main floor there are 2 bedrooms, a bright Living Room with natural HWFL's, a separate Dining room with natural HWFL's, and a kitchen with 42" cabinets and Stainless steel appliances. There is also an enclosed porch that can be used as a office, play room, or just a quiet sitting area. Upstairs you have 2 bedrooms and a family room that you can turn into your Master bedroom suite if you so desire! There is a full finished basement that is perfect for an In-Law arrangement, having two separate entrances The yard is fully fenced! There is a 2 car garage! With your personal touches, this can be a house that you call home for the next 40 years, like the current owner has done! Close to transportation, groceries, and everything the Austin area has to offer! Call today for your personal showing!
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    Listed by:

    Tim Witkowski (708)214-5524,

    Timothy A. Witkowski

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12779145MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Enclosed Porch, Storage
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 168 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X12
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (All)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X10
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 110 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11X10
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (All)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 100 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X10
      Bonus room
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 72 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X8
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X12
      Enclosed porch
      • Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 84 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X6
      Family room
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 266 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 19X14
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 144 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12X12
      Laundry
      • Features: Flooring (Other)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 156 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13X12
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 204 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17X12
      Recreation room
      • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 600 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 30X20
      Storage
      • Features: Flooring (Other)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 81 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X9
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Radiant
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven
      • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Windows: Screens
      • Basement: Partially Finished,Full
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,814
      • Total interior livable area: 1,714 sqft
      • Finished area below ground: 900

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 1.5
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Fencing: Fenced,Chain Link
      Lot
      • Size: 3,750 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 30x125
      • Features: Corner Lot, Dimensions to Center of Road
      Details
      • Parcel number: 16052000170000
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1918
      Details
      • Builder model: Brick Bungelow

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Lake Michigan

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Chicago

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $187/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $280,000
      • Annual tax amount: $1,919
      • Date on market: 10/9/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $332,500

        $316,000 - $349,000

        $2,797/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/13/2026Contingent$319,900$187/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12779145 Report a problem
        10/9/2026Listed for sale$319,900$187/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12779145 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$1,919 -58.7%$28,000
        2023$4,649 +3.5%$28,000
        2022$4,493 +131.3%$28,000
        2021$1,942 -33.6%$28,000 +49.6%
        2020$2,924 -0.4%$18,712 -10%
        2019$2,937 +1.8%$20,792
        2018$2,886 -9.2%$20,792 +14.6%
        2017$3,179 +1.4%$18,143
        2016$3,134 +10.2%$18,143
        2015$2,844 +1.6%$18,143 +2.8%
        2014$2,799 +2.4%$17,655
        2013$2,733 +0.5%$17,655
        2012$2,720 +13.8%$17,655 -6%
        2011$2,390 +5.4%$18,786
        2010$2,268 +34.7%$18,786
        2009$1,683 +2.8%$18,786 -21.4%
        2008$1,637 -21.9%$23,908
        2007$2,097 +33.2%$23,908
        2006$1,574 -5.1%$23,908 +55.9%
        2005$1,660 +1.9%$15,331
        2004$1,629 +4.5%$15,331
        2003$1,559 -5.4%$15,331 +39.4%
        2002$1,648 +6.1%$10,998
        2001$1,554 +17.9%$10,998
        2000$1,318 +0.3%$10,998 +24.1%
        1999$1,314 $8,861
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: North Austin

        Getting around

        84 / 100
        Very Walkable
        60 / 100
        Good Transit

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: 299

        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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