Classic Updated Bungalow in Desirable Portage Park. Welcome to this spacious and thoughtfully updated classic Chicago bungalow, perfectly situated on a quiet residential street in the heart of Portage Park. This single-family home offers approximately 2,000 sq ft of living space with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, blending historic charm with modern comforts after a significant gut rehabilitation to the studs. The property features an open-concept layout highlighted by stunning custom stairs. Key updates include a new dormer addition, windows, roof, siding, 200-amp electrical service, updated plumbing, and dual-zoned HVAC. Inside, gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout. The eat-in kitchen shines with white 42-inch shaker cabinets, granite countertops, a center island with breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, a large pantry, and an adjacent bright sun/breakfast room. The master bedroom includes a walk-in closet. A full finished basement provides flexible additional living space. Outdoor amenities include a private deck, fenced backyard, and a 2-car detached garage with loft storage. This move-in-ready home delivers excellent flow for family living and entertaining. Welcome Home
Active
Price cut: $30K (7/7)
$629,000
5654 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
4beds
2,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
3,750 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$315/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced backyardPrivate deckLarge pantryOpen-concept layoutGleaming hardwood floorsEat-in kitchenStunning custom stairs
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Listed by:
Timothy Mertzlufft 773-860-5574,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12676714
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Heated Sun Room, Walk In Closet, Deck, Other Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X7
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 455 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35X13
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X6
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Closet, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X7
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X4
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X11
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X4
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X4
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X125
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 13204070170000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 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: $315/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $340,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,633
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/7/2026 | Price change | $629,000-4.6%$315/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $659,000+71.6%$330/sqft |
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| 7/31/2015 | Sold | $384,000-1.3%$192/sqft |
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| 6/24/2015 | Pending sale | $389,000$195/sqft |
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| 6/13/2015 | Price change | $389,000-1.3%$195/sqft |
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| 6/6/2015 | Price change | $394,000-5.1%$197/sqft |
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| 5/29/2015 | Price change | $415,000-1.2%$208/sqft |
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| 5/22/2015 | Price change | $420,000-1.2%$210/sqft |
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| 5/15/2015 | Price change | $424,900-2.3%$212/sqft |
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| 5/1/2015 | Listed for sale | $434,900+148.5%$217/sqft |
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| 1/22/2015 | Sold | $175,000$88/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $34,000 +13.3% |
| 2023 | $5,633 +3% | $30,000 |
| 2022 | $5,470 +1.9% | $30,000 |
| 2021 | $5,366 +12.3% | $30,000 +22.2% |
| 2020 | $4,778 -1.6% | $24,540 -11% |
| 2019 | $4,854 +1.7% | $27,574 |
| 2018 | $4,771 +4.5% | $27,574 +12.3% |
| 2017 | $4,564 -7.3% | $24,563 |
| 2016 | $4,922 +9.3% | $24,563 |
| 2015 | $4,504 -0.6% | $24,563 +0.6% |
| 2014 | $4,532 +2% | $24,410 |
| 2013 | $4,443 +22.9% | $24,410 |
| 2012 | $3,616 -12.9% | $24,410 -21.2% |
| 2011 | $4,151 +38.5% | $30,986 |
| 2010 | $2,998 +14.6% | $30,986 |
| 2009 | $2,617 +3.3% | $30,986 -13.3% |
| 2008 | $2,533 +2.7% | $35,721 |
| 2007 | $2,467 -12.6% | $35,721 |
| 2006 | $2,824 +3.4% | $35,721 +42.2% |
| 2005 | $2,731 +4.2% | $25,118 |
| 2004 | $2,621 +3.6% | $25,118 |
| 2003 | $2,530 -1.3% | $25,118 +47% |
| 2002 | $2,563 -1.9% | $17,087 |
| 2001 | $2,613 +9.2% | $17,087 |
| 2000 | $2,394 | $17,087 +18.3% |
| 1999 | $2,394 | $14,438 |
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Neighborhood: Portage Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Reinberg Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10Schurz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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