RARE OPPORTUNITY--VIRGINIA ON THE PARK. Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2-l/2 bath home perfectly situated in the sought-after Budlong Woods neighborhood on the park side.. This inviting residence combines classic charm with modern updates and offers exceptional outdoor living. Step inside to find a bright, spacious layout featuring bright living room with its bay window, formal dining room with French doors leading to inviting deck, flat-panel kitchen cabinets three generous bedrooms on the second level and one bedroom in lower level, and updated bathrooms. The home's thoughtful design provides comfortable everyday living with plenty of room to gather and unwind. Enjoy deck off the dining room and off the primary bedroom. Outside, enjoy a private backyard oasis complete with a large deck-ideal for entertaining, dining al fresco, or simply relaxing in a serene setting. Lower level offers office space, cozy family room, Bedroom 4, laundry, and plenty of storage area. Mature landscaping and a peaceful park-side location make this home truly special. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a home that blends space, comfort, and community in one of Chicago's best kept secret neighborhoods. Amenities of the area are: Legion Park with its endless bike/walking trails and called Bicycle Paradise, the River Walk with natural prairie grass, wild life, ethnic restaurants, River Park, Nature Park, Galter Life Center, minutes from Lincoln Square and Andersonville, and tranquility.
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$780,000
5228 N Virginia Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
4beds
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
3,750 Square Feet Lot
$834,500 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$3,572 Estimated rent
Home value
$834,500
$776,000 - $901,000
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Mature landscapingUpdated bathroomsOffice spaceExceptional outdoor livingCozy family roomFlat-panel kitchen cabinetsBay window
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Listed by:
Barbara O'Connor 773-491-5631,
Baird & Warner,
Hilary O'Connor,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Danny Lewis
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12509842
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Breakfast Room, Foyer, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: Second
- Area: 138 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X6
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X5
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 X 125
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 13121170110000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Georgian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Subdivision: Budlong Woods
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $520,010
- Annual tax amount: $7,384
- Date on market: 11/7/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/9/2026 | Sold | $780,000-1.3% |
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| 12/8/2025 | Pending sale | $790,000 |
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| 11/15/2025 | Contingent | $790,000 |
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| 11/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $790,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,764 +18.7% | $52,001 +26.9% |
| 2023 | $7,384 +3.1% | $40,966 |
| 2022 | $7,160 +1.8% | $40,966 |
| 2021 | $7,032 +11.2% | $40,966 +30.1% |
| 2020 | $6,322 -0.3% | $31,482 -10% |
| 2019 | $6,339 +1.7% | $34,980 |
| 2018 | $6,231 +0.5% | $34,980 +8.7% |
| 2017 | $6,199 +4.3% | $32,172 |
| 2016 | $5,944 +9.8% | $32,172 |
| 2015 | $5,415 +8.2% | $32,172 +8.9% |
| 2014 | $5,003 +2.2% | $29,532 |
| 2013 | $4,893 +0.8% | $29,532 |
| 2012 | $4,852 -13.4% | $29,532 -20.9% |
| 2011 | $5,601 +6% | $37,329 |
| 2010 | $5,285 +8% | $37,329 |
| 2009 | $4,895 +11.9% | $37,329 +0.3% |
| 2008 | $4,373 +9.7% | $37,199 |
| 2007 | $3,985 +2.7% | $37,199 |
| 2006 | $3,881 -5.1% | $37,199 +31.2% |
| 2005 | $4,092 +1.9% | $28,349 |
| 2004 | $4,016 +4.5% | $28,349 |
| 2003 | $3,844 -5.4% | $28,349 +16% |
| 2002 | $4,064 +4.7% | $24,444 |
| 2001 | $3,882 +26.1% | $24,444 |
| 2000 | $3,079 -0.3% | $24,444 +35.6% |
| 1999 | $3,088 | $18,029 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Budlong Woods
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Budlong Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Amundsen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Chicago
- 60625
- Budlong Woods
- 5228 N Virginia Ave
