Welcome to this charming bungalow in desirable Portage Park! This delightful 2-bedroom home is a perfect blend of classic character and modern updates. The first floor greets you with warm and inviting hardwood flooring, complemented by elegant pseudo four-centered arched doorways that add timeless charm to the space. The recently remodeled kitchen is a showstopper, featuring high-end 42-inch cabinetry with crown molding, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a stylish tile backsplash, and an abundance of storage space. Enjoy meals in the separate dining room, and unwind in the sunlit living room with its array of windows that fill the home with natural light. Preserving its vintage charm, the home boasts a bathroom with hexagon floor tiles, fully tiled walls, and a fresh shower surround. With just a few personal touches, you can enhance this classic space while retaining its unique appeal. The basement offers versatile space for recreation or relaxation. A brand-new boiler has just been installed, providing efficient and allergy-friendly heating throughout the home. This home is the perfect combination of character and convenience. Buyer got cold feet - their loss is your gain!
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$362,000
4242 N Marmora Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
2beds
1,232sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
3,746.16 Square Feet Lot
$387,200 Zestimate®
$294/sqft
$2,348 Estimated rent
Home value
$387,200
$345,000 - $434,000
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Brand-new boilerAbundance of storage spaceArray of windowsNatural lightRecently remodeled kitchenStylish tile backsplashSeparate dining room
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Donna Glazer 630-399-7653,
Keller Williams Experience
Bought with:
BJ Tregoning
Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12254788
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 638 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X22
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X5
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X5
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,594
- Total interior livable area: 1,232 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 620
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 3,746 sqft
- Dimensions: 30X125
Details
- Parcel number: 13174090260000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/16/2025 | Sold | $362,000+6.5%$294/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12254788 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2025 | Contingent | $340,000$276/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12254788 Report a problem | ||
| 3/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $340,000$276/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12254788 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2025 | Contingent | $340,000$276/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12254788 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $340,000+61.9%$276/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12254788 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2013 | Sold | $210,000+1726.1%$170/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2003 | Sold | $11,500$9/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $34,000 +13.2% |
| 2023 | $5,638 -4.1% | $30,036 -6.1% |
| 2022 | $5,878 +2% | $32,000 |
| 2021 | $5,765 +25.7% | $32,000 +35.1% |
| 2020 | $4,586 -0.3% | $23,690 -10% |
| 2019 | $4,600 +1.7% | $26,323 |
| 2018 | $4,521 +3.9% | $26,323 +11.6% |
| 2017 | $4,353 +3% | $23,597 |
| 2016 | $4,226 +10% | $23,597 |
| 2015 | $3,843 -8.1% | $23,597 +4.7% |
| 2014 | $4,181 +15.5% | $22,534 |
| 2013 | $3,620 +0.7% | $22,534 |
| 2012 | $3,596 -16.8% | $22,534 -26.6% |
| 2011 | $4,322 +2.7% | $30,710 |
| 2010 | $4,208 +8.9% | $30,710 |
| 2009 | $3,863 -0.1% | $30,710 -8.8% |
| 2008 | $3,867 +11% | $33,674 |
| 2007 | $3,484 +28.2% | $33,674 |
| 2006 | $2,718 -10% | $33,674 +30.5% |
| 2005 | $3,020 +3.5% | $25,801 |
| 2004 | $2,917 +4.3% | $25,801 |
| 2003 | $2,796 +5% | $25,801 +46.1% |
| 2002 | $2,664 +6% | $17,663 |
| 2001 | $2,514 +14% | $17,663 |
| 2000 | $2,206 | $17,663 +21% |
| 1999 | $2,206 | $14,592 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Portage Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Smyser Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Taft High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 2 mi
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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Estimated market value
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- Portage Park
- 4242 N Marmora Ave
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