Extraordinary Portage Park 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom dream home showcasing extensive renovations and thoughtful custom design throughout. This property has undergone significant improvements, including updated framing, insulation, drywall, windows, doors, trim, mechanical systems, electrical, and plumbing. As you enter, you're welcomed by a custom mudroom featuring herringbone flooring. The sun-drenched living and dining area offers white oak hardwood flooring within a seamless open-concept layout. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream, complete with two-toned shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, gold hardware, a Kohler faucet, and premium LG stainless steel appliances-blending function and style. The main floor includes two bedrooms, a full bath, and a fully enclosed heated porch ideal for a sitting room or office. The expansive upper level features a private primary suite with custom closets and a beautifully designed bath highlighted by a walk-in shower. The finished lower level offers a spacious family room with wet bar and beverage fridge, two additional bedrooms, a full bath, a laundry area with GE washer and dryer, and generous storage space. Additional improvements include recessed lighting, updated gutters and soffits, and CAT6 wiring for modern connectivity. This home reflects careful craftsmanship and quality improvements throughout. Conveniently located within walking distance to the park, dining, grocery stores, and Six Corners. A truly exceptional opportunity in Portage Park.
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$685,000
5525 W Berenice Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
5beds
2,953sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
3,782 Square Feet Lot
$696,000 Zestimate®
$232/sqft
$5,484 Estimated rent
Home value
$696,000
$633,000 - $766,000
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Recessed lightingSeamless open-concept layoutGourmet kitchenGenerous storage spaceTwo-toned shaker cabinetryQuartz countertopsUpdated gutters and soffits
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Karla Tejada, ABR,PSA 773-252-0600,
North Clybourn Group, Inc.
Bought with:
Alfonso Valencia
Keller Williams Preferred Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12581006
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Enclosed Porch Heated
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X20
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Other
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl)
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,953 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 3,782 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31 X 122
Details
- Parcel number: 13211120100000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $232/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $290,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,385
- Date on market: 3/2/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $685,000+0%$232/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581006 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2026 | Contingent | $684,900$232/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581006 Report a problem | ||
| 3/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $684,900$232/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581006 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2026 | Contingent | $684,900$232/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12540643 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $684,900$232/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12540643 Report a problem | ||
| 1/20/2026 | Contingent | $684,900$232/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12540643 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $684,900+73.4%$232/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12540643 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $395,000$134/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12448775 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Pending sale | $395,000$134/sqft |
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| 8/26/2025 | Contingent | $395,000$134/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12448775 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $395,000-7.1%$134/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12448775 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2025 | Listing removed | $425,000$144/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12437714 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $425,000$144/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12437714 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $29,000 -6.4% |
| 2023 | $5,284 +3.4% | $30,999 |
| 2022 | $5,113 +1.6% | $30,999 |
| 2021 | $5,031 +25.3% | $30,999 +31.3% |
| 2020 | $4,017 -1.8% | $23,605 -11% |
| 2019 | $4,091 +1.8% | $26,523 |
| 2018 | $4,020 +34.8% | $26,523 +26% |
| 2017 | $2,983 -11.3% | $21,057 |
| 2016 | $3,362 +10.7% | $21,057 |
| 2015 | $3,036 -19.7% | $21,057 +3.4% |
| 2014 | $3,780 +2% | $20,360 |
| 2013 | $3,706 +1.3% | $20,360 |
| 2012 | $3,656 +17.4% | $20,360 -24.4% |
| 2011 | $3,114 -29% | $26,936 |
| 2010 | $4,387 +92% | $26,936 |
| 2009 | $2,284 +3.4% | $26,936 -10.5% |
| 2008 | $2,209 -21.1% | $30,083 |
| 2007 | $2,802 +31.9% | $30,083 |
| 2006 | $2,124 -7.7% | $30,083 +33.8% |
| 2005 | $2,300 +4.5% | $22,483 |
| 2004 | $2,201 +3.5% | $22,483 |
| 2003 | $2,127 -4.9% | $22,483 +47.2% |
| 2002 | $2,237 +6.3% | $15,273 |
| 2001 | $2,104 +6.2% | $15,273 |
| 2000 | $1,982 +0% | $15,273 +13.9% |
| 1999 | $1,982 | $13,406 |
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Neighborhood: Portage Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Gray Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Schurz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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