THREE STORIES HOME, NOT A RANCH-Some homes are simply built. This one was designed to be experienced. Introducing one of Norwood Park's most extraordinary and rarely available residences-an expansive, beautifully updated brick home offering approximately 4,048 square feet of exceptional living space. Deceptively modest from the curb, this architectural surprise unfolds into an extraordinary home that continues to impress with every room. Originally built by one of the area's premier builders, this is truly a one-of-a-kind residence unlike anything else on the market. From the moment you step inside, you're welcomed by sun-drenched interiors, rich architectural details, and an effortless blend of timeless craftsmanship and sophisticated modern design. The elegant living and dining rooms create an inviting atmosphere for both grand entertaining and intimate gatherings, highlighted by newer sanded and refinished hardwood floors that flow seamlessly throughout. The heart of the home is a breathtaking chef-inspired kitchen that was beautifully updated with newer custom cabinetry, stunning quartz countertops, newer premium stainless steel appliances, designer hardware, and exceptional workspace. The spacious eat-in kitchen opens into an oversized dining area overlooking the professionally landscaped backyard, creating the perfect setting for memorable dinners, celebrations, and everyday living. The main level offers two generously sized bedrooms and two beautifully renovated full bathrooms, including a private en-suite retreat finished with timeless tilework and elegant designer touches. Ascending the classic hardwood staircase, you'll discover two additional oversized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary retreat designed for comfort and privacy. The suite features an expansive spa-inspired bathroom, private powder room, and an impressive custom cedar-lined walk-in closet rarely found in homes of this caliber. The lower level is nothing short of spectacular. A true extension of the home's living space, this remarkable basement offers exceptional ceiling height, a massive recreation room, an oversized fifth bedroom, newer waterproof luxury vinyl flooring, a half bath, workshop, oversized laundry room, abundant storage, wood bar hookup, overhead sewer, sump pump, 200-amp electrical service, and a high-efficiency furnace. Whether you envision a private guest suite, home theater, fitness studio, executive workspace, or ultimate entertainment lounge, the possibilities are endless. Step outside to your own private outdoor retreat featuring a beautifully landscaped, fully fenced backyard designed for unforgettable summer evenings, outdoor dining, entertaining beneath the stars, or relaxing around a fire pit. The oversized brick garage with soaring ceilings and custom built-in shelving provides exceptional storage and functionality. Every detail has been thoughtfully updated with newer high-quality finishes, creating a home that effortlessly blends contemporary luxury with enduring character. High-efficiency windows flood the interior with natural light throughout the day, creating warm, inviting spaces from sunrise to sunset. Perfectly positioned in the heart of highly sought-after Norwood Park, on the border of Harwood Heights and Norridge, you'll enjoy the rare combination of a peaceful suburban lifestyle with all the conveniences of Chicago. Just moments from Saint Monica School, Garvey School, Ridgemoor Country Club, Harlem/Foster shopping and dining, parks, forest preserves, the CTA Blue Line, Metra, I-90, O'Hare International Airport, downtown Chicago, and surrounding suburbs. This is more than a home-it is a statement. A residence of remarkable scale, timeless elegance, and exceptional craftsmanship that rarely becomes available. Homes like this are not compared-they are admired. Experience the lifestyle you've imagined and discover why this extraordinary property stands in a class entirely of its own.
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$625,000
4945 N Neva Ave, Chicago, IL 60656
5beds
4,048sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Eva Diaz 312-525-0910,
ExaRealty LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12766194
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Storage, Workshop, Play Room, Walk In Closet, Bedroom 5
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X7
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X25
Play room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 990 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X33
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X15
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,048
- Total interior livable area: 4,048 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,511
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40X125
Details
- Parcel number: 13073290190000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $154/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $390,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,838
- Date on market: 9/22/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2026 | Listing removed | $649,900$161/sqft |
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| 9/14/2026 | Price change | $649,900-3%$161/sqft |
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| 9/4/2026 | Price change | $669,900-2.9%$165/sqft |
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| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $689,900$170/sqft |
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| 9/1/2026 | Listing removed | $689,900$170/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $689,900-1.4%$170/sqft |
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| 8/26/2026 | Listing removed | $699,900$173/sqft |
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| 8/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,900+20.7%$173/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Listing removed | $580,000$143/sqft |
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| 6/24/2025 | Price change | $580,000-3.3%$143/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,900+4.3%$148/sqft |
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| 6/10/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $575,000$142/sqft |
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| 5/23/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/7/2024 | Price change | $575,000-4.2%$142/sqft |
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| 4/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $599,900+0.2%$148/sqft |
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| 4/15/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/6/2024 | Price change | $599,000-0.1%$148/sqft |
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| 3/18/2024 | Listed for sale | $599,800-1.7%$148/sqft |
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| 3/18/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/11/2024 | Price change | $609,880-3%$151/sqft |
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| 2/29/2024 | Price change | $628,888-3.1%$155/sqft |
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| 2/5/2024 | Price change | $648,888-3%$160/sqft |
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| 1/30/2024 | Price change | $668,888-1.5%$165/sqft |
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| 1/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $678,888+42.9%$168/sqft |
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| 8/24/2023 | Sold | $475,000$117/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,838 +658.8% | $39,000 +21.9% |
| 2023 | $1,033 -0.6% | $32,005 |
| 2022 | $1,039 +5% | $32,005 |
| 2021 | $989 -3.1% | $32,005 +6.9% |
| 2020 | $1,021 +0.3% | $29,943 -10% |
| 2019 | $1,017 +1.5% | $33,271 |
| 2018 | $1,002 -6.6% | $33,271 +21.5% |
| 2017 | $1,073 -27.7% | $27,387 |
| 2016 | $1,484 +4% | $27,387 -5% |
| 2015 | $1,426 +0.9% | $28,829 +7.1% |
| 2014 | $1,414 -0.4% | $26,907 |
| 2013 | $1,419 +6.8% | $26,907 |
| 2012 | $1,329 +7% | $26,907 -19.5% |
| 2011 | $1,242 +10.6% | $33,406 |
| 2010 | $1,123 +6.6% | $33,406 |
| 2009 | $1,054 -6% | $33,406 -11.5% |
| 2008 | $1,121 -7.5% | $37,752 |
| 2007 | $1,212 -5.8% | $37,752 |
| 2006 | $1,287 -13.1% | $37,752 +29.4% |
| 2005 | $1,482 -4.8% | $29,172 |
| 2004 | $1,556 -6.2% | $29,172 |
| 2003 | $1,659 -11.6% | $29,172 +33.3% |
| 2002 | $1,876 -6.7% | $21,879 |
| 2001 | $2,010 -8.8% | $21,879 |
| 2000 | $2,203 -13.3% | $21,879 +17.1% |
| 1999 | $2,540 | $18,677 |
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Neighborhood: Big Oaks
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Garvy Elementary School
- Middle: Garvy Elementary School
- High: Taft High School
- 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.




