**Seller to provide a credit towards the buildout of a brand new garage.** Welcome home to this charming and updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath Chicago bungalow in Portage Park! Step inside the light-filled interior featuring an open and flowing layout with generously sized rooms. Original woodwork and built-ins add vintage character while the renovated kitchen and owners suite provide modern convenience. Ideally situated in a quiet, very friendly neighborhood, this home offers the best of both worlds - walking distance to busy parks, restaurants, grocery stores, daycares and great schools as well as easy access to major shopping locations such as the HIP, Brickyard or Six Corners via a short car ride. This home's location is also located close to expressways giving you easy access to the city or suburbs. Meticulously maintained by the sellers, no detail has been overlooked. With the family expanding, this beloved home is regrettably being offered for sale. Take advantage of this rare opportunity and schedule a showing today to experience the incredible features and upgrades too numerous to list! Lender states this home qualifies for IHDA's $10,000 down payment assistance program for qualified buyers.
Closed
$425,000
5430 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60641
3beds
1,840sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
4,125.13 Square Feet Lot
$478,400 Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$2,600 Estimated rent
Home value
$478,400
$454,000 - $502,000
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Original woodworkRenovated kitchenOwners suiteGreat schoolsGrocery stores
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Listing courtesy of:
Michael Jennings 312-493-6021,
Keller Williams Preferred Rlty
Bought with:
Grace Bak
The Stonefield Group, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11915843
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X7
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard, Radiant, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Drapes
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,640
- Total interior livable area: 1,840 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,125 sqft
- Dimensions: 33 X 125
Details
- Parcel number: 13213240270000
- 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: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2023 | Sold | $425,000-1.1%$231/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11915843 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2023 | Pending sale | $429,900$234/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11915843 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2023 | Price change | $429,900-4.4%$234/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11915843 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $449,900$245/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11915843 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11897250 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $449,900$245/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11897250 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11867653 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $449,900-1.1%$245/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11867653 Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11858204 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2023 | Price change | $454,900-4.2%$247/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11858204 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2023 | Listed for sale | $474,900-1%$258/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11852895 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11841869 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Price change | $479,900-3.1%$261/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11841869 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2023 | Listed for sale | $495,000-0.8%$269/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11841869 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11831307 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $499,000+51.2%$271/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11831307 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2019 | Sold | $330,000+0.8%$179/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10257769 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2019 | Pending sale | $327,500$178/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX All Pro #10257769 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2019 | Listed for sale | $327,500+59%$178/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX All Pro #10257769 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2014 | Sold | $206,000-4.6%$112/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2013 | Listed for sale | $215,900$117/sqft |
Source: GC Realty & Development Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $34,001 +21.4% |
| 2023 | $5,211 -9.6% | $27,999 |
| 2022 | $5,762 +2.3% | $27,999 |
| 2021 | $5,634 +10.5% | $27,999 +22.4% |
| 2020 | $5,100 +13.9% | $22,881 -11% |
| 2019 | $4,479 +1.7% | $25,709 |
| 2018 | $4,402 -13.8% | $25,709 +8.4% |
| 2017 | $5,109 +7.5% | $23,720 |
| 2016 | $4,754 +9.3% | $23,720 |
| 2015 | $4,349 -3.5% | $23,720 -2.3% |
| 2014 | $4,508 +25.3% | $24,279 |
| 2013 | $3,599 +332.5% | $24,279 |
| 2012 | $832 +1.6% | $24,279 -5.4% |
| 2011 | $819 +10.6% | $25,671 |
| 2010 | $740 +6.6% | $25,671 |
| 2009 | $695 -7% | $25,671 -19% |
| 2008 | $747 -9.4% | $31,675 |
| 2007 | $825 -5.8% | $31,675 |
| 2006 | $875 -14% | $31,675 +55.3% |
| 2005 | $1,017 -52.7% | $20,393 |
| 2004 | $2,150 +3.5% | $20,393 |
| 2003 | $2,078 -4.9% | $20,393 +36.1% |
| 2002 | $2,185 +6.4% | $14,988 |
| 2001 | $2,054 +3.4% | $14,988 |
| 2000 | $1,987 | $14,988 +11.6% |
| 1999 | $1,987 | $13,434 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cragin
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Camras Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Foreman High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 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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- 5430 W Melrose St
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