Contingent

$349,900

5137 S Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60638

3beds

1,564sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1955

3,750 Square Feet Lot

$354,400 Zestimate^®

$224/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Don't let the exterior fool you; this home lives much bigger than it looks. Featuring engineered hardwood floors throughout, 3 spacious bedrooms, and a full bath, this house is designed for comfortable living. The updated kitchen is the heart of the home, with plenty of room for everyone to gather. A full finished basement adds valuable extra living space, perfect for a rec room, home office, or guest area. Step outside to enjoy your private deck, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Recent updates include a new water heater (2026) and AC unit (2021), so you can move in worry-free. Spacious rooms throughout make this home feel open and inviting.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: No additional rooms

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring (Engineered Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 140 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X14

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring (Engineered Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 100 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X10

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring (Engineered Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 100 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X10

Family room

Level: Basement
Area: 840 Square Feet
Dimensions: 21X40

Kitchen

Features: Flooring (Engineered Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 168 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X14

Living room

Features: Flooring (Engineered Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
Level: Main
Area: 216 Square Feet
Dimensions: 18X12

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator

Features

Basement: Finished,Full

Interior area

Total structure area: 0
Total interior livable area: 1,564 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Features

Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 3,750 Square Feet
Dimensions: 30X125

Details

Parcel number: 19093050130000
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Raised Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1955

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Overhead Sewers
Water: Lake Michigan

Community & HOA

HOA

Services included: None

Location

Region: Chicago

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $224/sqft
Tax assessed value: $290,010
Annual tax amount: $5,188
Date on market: 7/1/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$354,400

$337,000 - $372,000

$2,351/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/7/2026	Contingent	$349,900$224/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12692704 Report a problem
7/1/2026	Listed for sale	$349,900+79.5%$224/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12692704 Report a problem
11/20/2018	Sold	$194,900$125/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10110411 Report a problem
10/22/2018	Pending sale	$194,900$125/sqft
Source: CENTURY 21 Affiliated #10110411 Report a problem
10/12/2018	Listed for sale	$194,900$125/sqft
Source: CENTURY 21 Affiliated #10110411 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	--	$29,001 +38.1%
2023	$3,752 +3.2%	$21,000
2022	$3,636 +2.3%	$21,000
2021	$3,553 +6%	$21,000 +16.4%
2020	$3,351 +17.5%	$18,047 -11%
2019	$2,852 +1.8%	$20,278
2018	$2,802 +2337.1%	$20,278 +7.5%
2017	$115 -78.9%	$18,869
2016	$545 +4%	$18,869
2015	$524 +0.8%	$18,869 +16.5%
2014	$520 -82.5%	$16,193
2013	$2,969 +508.1%	$16,193
2012	$488 -85.1%	$16,193 -19.2%
2011	$3,270 +587.7%	$20,042
2010	$475 +6.5%	$20,042
2009	$446 -83.1%	$20,042 -19.8%
2008	$2,643 +24.3%	$25,001
2007	$2,127 +0.8%	$25,001
2006	$2,110 -4.4%	$25,001 +39.2%
2005	$2,206 +1%	$17,964
2004	$2,186 +4.4%	$17,964
2003	$2,093 +3.1%	$17,964 +28.1%
2002	$2,029 +6.7%	$14,020
2001	$1,902 +5%	$14,020
2000	$1,812	$14,020 +12.7%
1999	$1,812	$12,445

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge

Getting around

73 / 100

Very Walkable

50 / 100

Good Transit

62 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Twain Elementary School
Grades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
1/10
Kennedy High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 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.