A Timeless Classic in sought-after Forest Glen. Fabulous 1931 English Tudor was built in an era when quality was paramount! This distinguished all-brick, slate roof home sits upon a 7,500 sq. ft. corner lot. Lovingly restored and updated; this expansive 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath home boasts over 3,450 sq. ft. of charm! The first level features a stately traditional stone and brick wood-burning fireplace, custom millwork, hardwood flooring, a charming family room, a formal dining room, an updated full bath, and crown molding. 1st-floor master bedroom, 2nd first-level bedroom which can easily be converted to a convenient home office. Eat-in kitchen with 42-inch custom cabinetry, ample counter space, and easy walk-out to sun-drenched screened-in porch! 2nd level allows for an additional family room loft along with 3 additional bedrooms all with custom storage space and plenty of closets. An extra storage feature of 2 custom cedar closets and custom-built wainscotting in the upstairs bath. The lower level basement offers its 6th bedroom and full bath. Enjoy the home's 2nd fireplace, custom-designed family room/game room, and wet bar! Tons of storage, a large work/tool room, a laundry room, and a convenient walk-out door to the backyard. Enormous backyard, professionally landscaped filled with perennial gardens, mature trees, custom Koi pond, and vegetable gardening area, Underground sprinklers/irrigation system. 2 car garage. All mechanics have been meticulously maintained. Dual-zoned HVAC systems, New central air, New roofing, New Water Heater, updated plumbing, and electrical. Enjoy all that Forest Glen has to offer: Walking distance to forest preserves, hiking, and bike trails! Walk to Metra, easy access to the Kennedy and Edens, Jefferson Park station, restaurants, and shopping. Award-winning schools and beautiful parks!
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$679,000
5051 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
6beds
3,450sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
7,500 Square Feet Lot
$983,800 Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$5,184 Estimated rent
Home value
$983,800
$895,000 - $1.09M
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Award-winning schoolsCrown moldingHardwood flooringCustom millworkPerennial gardensWet barFormal dining room
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Listed by:
Philip Barone 312-952-7962,
Compass,
Maureen Barone,
Compass
Bought with:
Mario Greco
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Alice Jordan
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11956045
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Screened Porch, Sitting Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X13
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 810 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X27
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X15
Screened porch
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 171 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X9
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 299 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- Wet Bar, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,450
- Total interior livable area: 3,450 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,150
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened
Lot
- Size: 7,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 150
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 13092120070000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $560,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,451
- Date on market: 1/4/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/11/2024 | Sold | $679,000$197/sqft |
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| 1/24/2024 | Pending sale | $679,000$197/sqft |
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| 1/15/2024 | Contingent | $679,000$197/sqft |
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| 1/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $679,000$197/sqft |
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| 12/21/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11901171 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2023 | Contingent | $679,000$197/sqft |
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| 10/4/2023 | Price change | $679,000-2.9%$197/sqft |
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| 9/22/2023 | Listed for sale | $699,000$203/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11891985 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/7/2023 | Price change | $699,000-2.8%$203/sqft |
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| 4/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $719,000$208/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11768269 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $56,000 +16.7% |
| 2023 | $8,873 +3% | $48,000 |
| 2022 | $8,611 +1.9% | $48,000 |
| 2021 | $8,452 -4.5% | $48,000 +6% |
| 2020 | $8,850 -0.3% | $45,287 -10% |
| 2019 | $8,875 +1.7% | $50,319 |
| 2018 | $8,723 +11.6% | $50,319 +18.8% |
| 2017 | $7,817 -2.2% | $42,369 |
| 2016 | $7,990 +9.6% | $42,369 |
| 2015 | $7,288 +6.1% | $42,369 +7.1% |
| 2014 | $6,869 +2.2% | $39,563 |
| 2013 | $6,722 +1% | $39,563 |
| 2012 | $6,657 -7.1% | $39,563 -14.4% |
| 2011 | $7,165 +6.4% | $46,201 |
| 2010 | $6,734 +7.2% | $46,201 |
| 2009 | $6,284 -3.8% | $46,201 -11.5% |
| 2008 | $6,532 +6.7% | $52,214 |
| 2007 | $6,122 +8.5% | $52,214 |
| 2006 | $5,644 +0.8% | $52,214 +25.6% |
| 2005 | $5,601 +2.4% | $41,571 |
| 2004 | $5,473 +3.3% | $41,571 |
| 2003 | $5,296 -0.9% | $41,571 +31.8% |
| 2002 | $5,343 +4.4% | $31,536 |
| 2001 | $5,120 0% | $31,536 |
| 2000 | $5,123 +7.7% | $31,536 +18.5% |
| 1999 | $4,758 | $26,614 |
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Neighborhood: Forest Glen
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Beaubien Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Taft High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Beaubien Elementary School
- Middle: Beaubien 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.
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