Welcome to this charming and well-maintained Chicago bungalow in the heart of Portage Park. Blending classic character with comfortable living, this home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout the main level, a sunny and spacious living room with a decorative fireplace, a formal dining room, and a bright bonus sunroom-perfect for a home office, reading nook, or additional living space. The main level also offers two generously sized bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a spacious kitchen with updated appliances and space for an eat-in table. The finished lower level provides excellent flexibility with an in-law arrangement, complete with tile flooring, a comfortable living area, one bedroom, a full bathroom with a walk-in shower, and a partial kitchen (stove not included). A separate laundry room and additional storage complete the basement. Upstairs, the partially finished attic features two carpeted rooms and offers tremendous potential for future expansion or customization. Outside, enjoy the recently fenced backyard with plenty of green space for entertaining, gardening, or pets, along with a one-car garage. Additional highlights include central heating and air conditioning, newer siding, and a fantastic Portage Park location just steps from parks, schools, CTA transportation, and all of the neighborhood's favorite restaurants, shops, and amenities.
Contingent
$370,000
5251 W Belle Plaine Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
3beds
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Get pre-qualified$2,786/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
3,780 Square Feet Lot
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$-- HOA
What's special
Decorative fireplaceTwo generously sized bedroomsNewer sidingBright bonus sunroomFormal dining roomSeparate laundry roomOne-car garage
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Listed by:
Jacqueline Alter (312)836-4263,
Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12715098
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Attic, Bonus Room, Den, Breakfast Room, Kitchen
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X18
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X18
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Skylight(s), Storm Window(s), Wood Frames
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 3,780 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 126
Details
- Parcel number: 13163220020000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $450,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,849
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2016 | Sold | $239,000-4% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09151701 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2016 | Pending sale | $249,000 |
Source: RE/MAX City #09151701 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2016 | Price change | $249,000-3.9% |
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| 4/11/2016 | Price change | $259,000-3.7% |
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| 3/1/2016 | Listed for sale | $269,000+284.3% |
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| 11/2/1993 | Sold | $70,000 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,850 -13.5% | $45,000 -8.2% |
| 2023 | $9,079 +3% | $49,000 |
| 2022 | $8,812 +91.9% | $49,000 |
| 2021 | $4,593 -0.2% | $49,000 +82.4% |
| 2020 | $4,601 -0.4% | $26,859 -10% |
| 2019 | $4,618 +1.8% | $29,844 |
| 2018 | $4,538 -7.8% | $29,844 +3.2% |
| 2017 | $4,920 -7.1% | $28,929 |
| 2016 | $5,294 +9.8% | $28,929 |
| 2015 | $4,820 +48.6% | $28,929 +44.3% |
| 2014 | $3,243 +2.4% | $20,050 |
| 2013 | $3,168 +0.6% | $20,050 |
| 2012 | $3,150 -9.4% | $20,050 -28.8% |
| 2011 | $3,475 +18.4% | $28,151 |
| 2010 | $2,936 +14% | $28,151 |
| 2009 | $2,575 +2.8% | $28,151 -11% |
| 2008 | $2,505 -21.5% | $31,618 |
| 2007 | $3,192 +32% | $31,618 |
| 2006 | $2,418 -10.3% | $31,618 +32.7% |
| 2005 | $2,696 +3.8% | $23,821 |
| 2004 | $2,597 +4.6% | $23,821 |
| 2003 | $2,483 -1.5% | $23,821 +50.2% |
| 2002 | $2,522 +5.3% | $15,858 |
| 2001 | $2,396 +13.1% | $15,858 |
| 2000 | $2,118 -0.1% | $15,858 +21.7% |
| 1999 | $2,120 | $13,027 |
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Neighborhood: Portage Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Portage Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Schurz 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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