SPECIAL $3000 CLOSING CREDIT TO BUYER WITH ACCEPTED OFFER BY 11/30/25! Extraordinary Portage Park Home on Extra-Wide Lot! Welcome to this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home perfectly situated in the heart of Chicago's vibrant Portage Park neighborhood. Sitting on an extra-wide lot with a 2.5-car garage and additional side carport, this property offers both space and style. Step inside to discover all-new hardwood floors, fresh trim work, and modern finishes throughout. The main level features brand-new windows, a stunning new kitchen with butcher block countertops, sleek cabinetry, and a tasteful backsplash - perfect for the home chef. Upstairs, you'll find three generous bedrooms including a luxurious primary suite with two walk-in closets and a spa-inspired master bath. A convenient second-floor laundry and shared family bath make everyday living easy and functional. The fully finished basement provides even more versatility with an additional bedroom or office, a full bath, and laundry hook-up. Every detail has been thoughtfully upgraded, from brand-new roofs on both the house and garage, two separate HVAC systems, new siding and insulation on the rear of the home, to a pre-wired security system with multiple cameras and a newer front sidewalk. Enjoy outdoor living in the beautifully landscaped backyard featuring a fire pit, extra patio space, and plenty of room to entertain guests. Located close to parks, schools, restaurants, and all the charm of Portage Park's thriving community - this home truly has it all!
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$678,000
5221 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
5beds
2,968sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
4,750 Square Feet Lot
$694,800 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$3,620 Estimated rent
Home value
$694,800
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Fully finished basementThree generous bedroomsShared family bathSleek cabinetryLuxurious primary suiteFire pitAdditional side carport
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Listing courtesy of:
Peter Dubiel 773-844-0478,
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Bought with:
Crystal Riley
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12507248
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X20
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 552 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X24
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Dual
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Multiple Locations
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,968
- Total interior livable area: 2,968 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 880
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3.5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Carport, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,750 sqft
- Dimensions: 38 X 125
Details
- Parcel number: 13213110100000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/15/2026 | Sold | $678,000$228/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12507248 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2026 | Pending sale | $678,000$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12507248 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2025 | Contingent | $678,000$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12507248 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2025 | Price change | $678,000-2.4%$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12507248 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $695,000+80.5%$234/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12507248 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2025 | Sold | $385,000+10.3%$130/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12407616 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2025 | Contingent | $349,000$118/sqft |
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| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,000+22.5%$118/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12407616 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2015 | Sold | $285,000$96/sqft |
Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koenig Rubloff #08800856_60641 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2015 | Pending sale | $285,000$96/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Signature #08800856 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2015 | Price change | $285,000-3.4%$96/sqft |
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| 12/12/2014 | Listed for sale | $295,000+68.6%$99/sqft |
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| 2/8/2011 | Sold | $175,000-51.4%$59/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2007 | Sold | $360,000+16.1%$121/sqft |
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| 11/10/2004 | Sold | $310,000+63.2%$104/sqft |
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| 12/21/2000 | Sold | $190,000+21%$64/sqft |
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| 10/31/2000 | Sold | $157,000$53/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $42,001 +7.7% |
| 2023 | $7,533 +2.9% | $38,999 |
| 2022 | $7,322 +2% | $38,999 |
| 2021 | $7,177 +3.1% | $38,999 +13.6% |
| 2020 | $6,963 -1.5% | $34,339 -11% |
| 2019 | $7,067 +1.7% | $38,584 |
| 2018 | $6,947 -4.6% | $38,584 +3.7% |
| 2017 | $7,284 +4.8% | $37,194 |
| 2016 | $6,953 +9.7% | $37,194 |
| 2015 | $6,339 +5.2% | $37,194 +6.2% |
| 2014 | $6,027 -1.7% | $35,027 -3.5% |
| 2013 | $6,128 -15.9% | $36,299 -10.6% |
| 2012 | $7,289 +75.9% | $40,588 +47.2% |
| 2011 | $4,144 -1.2% | $27,574 |
| 2010 | $4,194 +4.2% | $27,574 |
| 2009 | $4,026 -18.2% | $27,574 -19.6% |
| 2008 | $4,924 +1% | $34,294 |
| 2007 | $4,875 -1.1% | $34,294 |
| 2006 | $4,927 +32.4% | $34,294 +50.7% |
| 2005 | $3,722 +1% | $22,759 |
| 2004 | $3,684 +49.7% | $22,759 |
| 2003 | $2,461 -5.4% | $22,759 +39.7% |
| 2002 | $2,602 -7.9% | $16,289 |
| 2001 | $2,826 +34.7% | $16,289 |
| 2000 | $2,099 | $16,289 +16.2% |
| 1999 | $2,099 | $14,014 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Portage Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Reinberg Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10Foreman High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 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.
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