Welcome to this beautifully renovated three-story home in the heart of Garfield Ridge. This spacious property offers 6 bedrooms, including a finished attic ideal as a private primary suite, along with 2 full bathrooms, a fully fenced backyard, and a two-car garage. The interior features brand-new hardwood floors throughout, a modern kitchen with sleek finishes, updated bathrooms, and black matte fixtures that add a clean, contemporary feel. The home also includes laundry hookups and abundant natural light throughout. Ideally located just steps from Archer Avenue, providing easy access to CTA bus routes and the Midway Orange Line for a quick commute downtown. Conveniently close to grocery stores including Jewel-Osco and Shop & Save, as well as local favorites like Tequila CJ Cantina Grill, Villa Rosa Pizza, and Cafe Rosa. Nearby schools include Mark Twain Elementary and Kennedy High School, with Hale Park and Valley Forge Park just minutes away for outdoor recreation. Easy access to I-55 makes commuting simple and efficient.
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$497,999
5212 S Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
6beds
2,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
3,750 Square Feet Lot
$502,000 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$3,509 Estimated rent
Home value
$502,000
$457,000 - $552,000
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Updated bathroomsFully fenced backyardAbundant natural light throughoutTwo-car garageBrand-new hardwood floors throughout
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Listing courtesy of:
Jocelyn Hernandez 773-490-0013,
Results Realty ERA Powered
Bought with:
Adriana Caballero
Avenue Properties Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12602443
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X5
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,500 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Size: 3,750 sqft
- Dimensions: 125 X 30
Details
- Parcel number: 19093120190000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1917
- Major remodel year: 2025
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: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Sold | $497,999$199/sqft |
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| 4/1/2026 | Contingent | $497,999$199/sqft |
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| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $497,999-4.2%$199/sqft |
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| 3/24/2026 | Listing removed | $520,000$208/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12588481 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $520,000+16.9%$208/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12588481 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2026 | Listing removed | $3,500$1/sqft |
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| 3/6/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,500$1/sqft |
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| 1/4/2026 | Listing removed | $3,500$1/sqft |
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| 11/4/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,500$1/sqft |
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| 11/21/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/27/2021 | Listed for sale | $445,000+169.7%$178/sqft |
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| 8/23/2019 | Sold | $165,000-7.8%$66/sqft |
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| 6/25/2019 | Pending sale | $179,000$72/sqft |
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| 4/14/2019 | Price change | $179,000-8.2%$72/sqft |
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| 3/13/2019 | Listed for sale | $195,000$78/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $24,001 +41.2% |
| 2023 | $3,606 +2.6% | $17,000 |
| 2022 | $3,516 +2.9% | $17,000 |
| 2021 | $3,419 +6% | $17,000 +18.2% |
| 2020 | $3,225 -1.3% | $14,385 -11% |
| 2019 | $3,268 +1.7% | $16,163 |
| 2018 | $3,213 +6.7% | $16,163 +16.3% |
| 2017 | $3,012 +7.5% | $13,900 |
| 2016 | $2,802 +9.2% | $13,900 |
| 2015 | $2,566 +12.5% | $13,900 +14% |
| 2014 | $2,281 +2% | $12,197 |
| 2013 | $2,236 +1.3% | $12,197 |
| 2012 | $2,207 -11% | $12,197 -19.7% |
| 2011 | $2,479 -0.5% | $15,194 |
| 2010 | $2,490 +72.7% | $15,194 |
| 2009 | $1,442 +290.9% | $15,194 -26.8% |
| 2008 | $369 -14.8% | $20,757 |
| 2007 | $433 -5.8% | $20,757 |
| 2006 | $460 -15.5% | $20,757 +39% |
| 2005 | $544 -5.6% | $14,934 |
| 2004 | $577 -12.1% | $14,934 |
| 2003 | $656 -11.6% | $14,934 +40.5% |
| 2002 | $742 -6.6% | $10,630 |
| 2001 | $795 -8.8% | $10,630 |
| 2000 | $871 | $10,630 +12.7% |
| 1999 | $871 | $9,432 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Twain Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Kennedy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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