Expansive 5-bedroom, 2.1-bath brick single-family home, perfectly situated on a rare double lot with a private driveway in the desirable Belmont-Cragin neighborhood. This oversized home is ideal for a large or growing family, offering generous living space filled with natural light. Inside you'll find beautiful hardwood floors throughout, original woodwork, and lots of storage. The full-sized basement features a built-in bar-perfect for entertaining or additional living space. The massive backyard includes a 2-car garage and is ready for your personal touch. Home needs some work. It has great bones and endless potential. It may also qualify for membership in the Chicago Bungalow Association. Conveniently located near public transportation and just minutes from the 90/94 expressway, this is a fantastic opportunity to invest in a spacious home in a well-connected neighborhood. Don't miss out on this gem-bring your vision and make it your own!
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$395,000
5042 W Wolfram St, Chicago, IL 60641
5beds
2,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
6,250 Square Feet Lot
$414,300 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$3,847 Estimated rent
Home value
$414,300
$373,000 - $460,000
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Original woodworkOversized homeFull-sized basementMassive backyardGenerous living spaceNatural lightPrivate driveway
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Sebastian J Hernandez, ABR,e-PRO,GREEN,PSA,RENE,SFR,SRS 773-354-7780,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Erick Matos
Realty of America, LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12388363
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X12
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,300
- Total interior livable area: 2,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Side Driveway, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,250 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 X 125
Details
- Parcel number: 13282250250000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Ceiling Fan(s)
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: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/15/2025 | Sold | $395,000-1.2%$172/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12388363 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Pending sale | $399,900$174/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12388363 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2025 | Contingent | $399,900$174/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12388363 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,900$174/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12388363 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $31,001 +40.9% |
| 2023 | $3,385 +141.6% | $22,000 |
| 2022 | $1,401 +5% | $22,000 |
| 2021 | $1,334 -3.1% | $22,000 -16.1% |
| 2020 | $1,377 +0.3% | $26,212 -11% |
| 2019 | $1,372 +1.5% | $29,452 |
| 2018 | $1,352 -6.6% | $29,452 +19% |
| 2017 | $1,447 -21.9% | $24,743 |
| 2016 | $1,852 +4% | $24,743 |
| 2015 | $1,780 +0.9% | $24,743 +14% |
| 2014 | $1,765 -0.4% | $21,711 |
| 2013 | $1,771 +6.8% | $21,711 |
| 2012 | $1,658 +8.9% | $21,711 -16.7% |
| 2011 | $1,523 -64.1% | $26,069 |
| 2010 | $4,245 +228.5% | $26,069 |
| 2009 | $1,292 -65.9% | $26,069 -21.4% |
| 2008 | $3,795 +44% | $33,149 |
| 2007 | $2,635 -0.2% | $33,149 |
| 2006 | $2,640 -4.2% | $33,149 +42.9% |
| 2005 | $2,756 +46.7% | $23,200 |
| 2004 | $1,880 -27.4% | $23,200 |
| 2003 | $2,590 -15.5% | $23,200 +36.1% |
| 2002 | $3,066 +17.6% | $17,048 |
| 2001 | $2,607 +7.7% | $17,048 |
| 2000 | $2,420 -0.2% | $17,048 +17% |
| 1999 | $2,424 | $14,574 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cragin
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Falconer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10CHRISTOPHER HOUSE CHRT ESGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Foreman High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Falconer Elementary School
- Middle: Kelvyn Park High School
- High: Foreman 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.
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Estimated market value
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- Cook County
- Chicago
- 60641
- Cragin
- 5042 W Wolfram St
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