Expansive, updated 2-flat on oversized lot with modern kitchens and baths and versatile living options. The spacious top-floor unit features 3 bedrooms + den-ideal for strong rental income. The main-floor unit offers 2 bedrooms + den and space to offer 3rd bedroom. Option to maximize rent with duplex down or create an in-law suite in the basement. Solid building with lots of newer updates: Garage with party door and concrete (2021), fence (2022), Tuckpointing and new gutters w leaf guard (2020), roof and windows (2015). This property is perfect for investors or owner-occupants seeking extra income. Basement is roughed in with toilet in place making renovation easier. Walking distance to picturesque Portage Park and schools. Close to 90/94, Metra, Blue Line.
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$552,200
5253 W Cullom Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
5beds
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Multi Family
Built in 1913
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$569,300 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$2,199 Estimated rent
Home value
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Garage with party doorMain-floor unitModern kitchensOversized lotSpacious top-floor unit
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Trisha Kannon 847-293-4866,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Patty Cerny
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12451350
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,375 sqft
- Dimensions: 35x 125
Details
- Parcel number: 13163110020000
- Zoning: MULTI
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1913
- Major remodel year: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/8/2025 | Sold | $552,200-2.3% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12451350 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2025 | Contingent | $565,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12451350 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $565,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12451350 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2025 | Contingent | $565,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12451350 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $565,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12451350 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $47,001 +14.6% |
| 2023 | $4,537 -0.6% | $41,000 |
| 2022 | $4,562 +5% | $41,000 |
| 2021 | $4,343 -3.1% | $41,000 +18.4% |
| 2020 | $4,482 +0.3% | $34,632 -13% |
| 2019 | $4,468 -31.3% | $39,807 |
| 2018 | $6,506 +42.3% | $39,807 +19.9% |
| 2017 | $4,573 -21.1% | $33,208 |
| 2016 | $5,794 +10.1% | $33,208 |
| 2015 | $5,261 +1.9% | $33,208 +9.2% |
| 2014 | $5,164 +2.2% | $30,402 |
| 2013 | $5,051 +0.9% | $30,402 |
| 2012 | $5,008 -2.6% | $30,402 -21.5% |
| 2011 | $5,142 +18.4% | $38,707 |
| 2010 | $4,344 +14% | $38,707 |
| 2009 | $3,810 +2.8% | $38,707 -16.9% |
| 2008 | $3,706 +3.2% | $46,557 |
| 2007 | $3,591 -21.3% | $46,557 |
| 2006 | $4,563 +17% | $46,557 +49.2% |
| 2005 | $3,901 +2.9% | $31,195 |
| 2004 | $3,790 +3.8% | $31,195 |
| 2003 | $3,650 -2.2% | $31,195 +38.1% |
| 2002 | $3,731 +4.8% | $22,591 |
| 2001 | $3,562 +8.8% | $22,591 |
| 2000 | $3,274 | $22,591 +18.7% |
| 1999 | -- | $19,040 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Portage Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Portage Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10Schurz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Portage Park Elementary School
- 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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