Welcome to 5431 N. Lakewood an Elegant rare brick Lakewood Balmoral home featuring 3 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms on the 2nd floor, and a 4th bedroom and full bath on the finished lower level. The large primary bedroom is complimented with an en-suite bathroom (with separate sinks and a steam shower), a large walk-in closet, and beautiful built-in cabinetry. The spacious and bright front bedroom has French doors that lead to a roof deck spanning the front of the home. The 1st floor features a wonderful Chef's kitchen with custom cherry cabinets, soap stone counters, high end appliances, a separate breakfast nook with an almost atrium feel with windows on three sides. The first floor also has a large formal dining room, stained glass windows, large pocket doors, and access to the rear deck and yard. The living room is quite large and is complimented with a wood burning fireplace, period light fixtures, and high ceilings. There is a 1st floor powder room as well. The home has been very well maintained and updated over the years. This is a great opportunity to purchase a lovely home on a beautiful block.
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$1,600,000
5431 N Lakewood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
4beds
2,440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1914
4,612 Square Feet Lot
$1,739,900 Zestimate®
$656/sqft
$7,337 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,739,900
$1.55M - $1.95M
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Wood burning fireplaceHigh ceilingsRoof deckBreakfast nookHigh end appliancesFrench doorsLarge pocket doors
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Listed by:
Earle Atwater 708-670-9885,
Southport Realty Group, LLC
Bought with:
Darrell Scott
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12269754
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Breakfast Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Shower Only)
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X26
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley, Breakfast Room), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X16
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X28
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X9
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Gas Oven
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,440 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, On Site, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,612 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 14081120080000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: American 4-Sq.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1914
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $656/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,295,930
- Annual tax amount: $19,939
- Date on market: 1/16/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/7/2025 | Sold | $1,600,000+10.3%$656/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269754 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2025 | Pending sale | $1,450,000$594/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269754 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2025 | Contingent | $1,450,000$594/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269754 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000$594/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269754 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $24,941 +25.1% | $129,593 +37.1% |
| 2023 | $19,939 +2.6% | $94,504 |
| 2022 | $19,438 -5.3% | $94,504 -7.4% |
| 2021 | $20,520 +30.3% | $102,044 +33.8% |
| 2020 | $15,749 -8.5% | $76,281 -16.9% |
| 2019 | $17,208 -10.6% | $91,823 -5.8% |
| 2018 | $19,252 +24.8% | $97,460 +25.3% |
| 2017 | $15,430 +4.9% | $77,754 |
| 2016 | $14,716 +3.3% | $77,754 |
| 2015 | $14,248 +19.9% | $77,754 +13.6% |
| 2014 | $11,881 +2.2% | $68,438 |
| 2013 | $11,627 +1% | $68,438 |
| 2012 | $11,513 -20.7% | $68,438 -26.4% |
| 2011 | $14,525 +19.7% | $93,003 +19.9% |
| 2010 | $12,130 +31.5% | $77,572 +24.8% |
| 2009 | $9,227 +50.7% | $62,142 +35.5% |
| 2008 | $6,122 +52.3% | $45,863 +46.6% |
| 2007 | $4,018 -4.9% | $31,281 0% |
| 2006 | $4,226 -12.2% | $31,282 |
| 2005 | $4,812 +1.4% | $31,282 |
| 2004 | $4,746 +1.8% | $31,282 |
| 2003 | $4,661 -11.9% | $31,282 |
| 2002 | $5,293 +4.5% | $31,282 |
| 2001 | $5,067 -9.9% | $31,282 |
| 2000 | $5,625 -0.5% | $31,282 |
| 1999 | $5,651 | $31,282 |
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Neighborhood: Andersonville
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- 5/10Peirce Elementary Intl Studies SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Senn High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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