Welcome to this beautifully remodeled bungalow in the heart of Portage Park, offering the perfect blend of space, style, and functionality. With 5 generous bedrooms, 3 full baths, and living areas on every level, there's room for everyone to spread out and feel at home. Step inside to find bright, open living spaces flooded with natural light and enhanced by recessed lighting throughout. The updated kitchen is the heart of the home, ideal for gatherings and everyday living, while the versatile floor plan allows for flexible use of space-perfect for extended family, work-from-home needs, or entertaining. Outdoors, enjoy your own private retreat featuring a deck with a pergola, an above-ground pool for sunny summer days, and a spacious 2.5-car garage with plenty of room for storage or a workshop. Tucked on a quiet, tree-lined street just moments from parks, shops, restaurants, and transit-this Portage Park gem checks every box.
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$517,000
5832 W Melrose St, Chicago, IL 60634
5beds
2,616sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
3,773 Square Feet Lot
$537,900 Zestimate®
$198/sqft
$3,690 Estimated rent
Home value
$537,900
$484,000 - $597,000
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Above-ground poolQuiet tree-lined streetPrivate retreatDeck with a pergolaBright open living spacesVersatile floor planUpdated kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Tania Diaz 773-524-0224,
Realty ONE Group Karmma
Bought with:
Elizabeth Goodchild, CSC,GRI
Realty of America
Erik Aguirre
Realty of America
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12439989
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 714 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X21
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,616 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Pool features: Above Ground
Lot
- Size: 3,773 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 13204270240000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1917
- Major remodel year: 2018
Details
- Builder model: BUNGALOW
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2025 | Sold | $517,000-1.5%$198/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439989 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2025 | Contingent | $525,000$201/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439989 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2025 | Pending sale | $525,000$201/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439989 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2025 | Contingent | $525,000$201/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439989 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000$201/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439989 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2025 | Contingent | $525,000$201/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439989 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $525,000+23.5%$201/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12439989 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11056983 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2021 | Pending sale | $425,000$162/sqft |
Source:  Keller Williams #11056983 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2021 | Contingent | $425,000$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11056983 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2021 | Listed for sale | $425,000+63.5%$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11056983 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2003 | Sold | $260,000$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $38,401 +16.4% |
| 2023 | $6,267 +2.9% | $32,999 |
| 2022 | $6,087 +2% | $32,999 |
| 2021 | $5,970 +27.2% | $32,999 +36.6% |
| 2020 | $4,693 -1.6% | $24,159 -11% |
| 2019 | $4,768 +1.7% | $27,146 |
| 2018 | $4,686 +0.8% | $27,146 +8.8% |
| 2017 | $4,648 +3.3% | $24,954 |
| 2016 | $4,500 +9.9% | $24,954 |
| 2015 | $4,094 +9.5% | $24,954 +9.9% |
| 2014 | $3,739 +2.3% | $22,705 |
| 2013 | $3,654 +0.7% | $22,705 |
| 2012 | $3,629 -22.8% | $22,705 -26.7% |
| 2011 | $4,699 +10.4% | $30,994 |
| 2010 | $4,258 +8.9% | $30,994 |
| 2009 | $3,911 +1.7% | $30,994 -7.5% |
| 2008 | $3,845 +10% | $33,494 |
| 2007 | $3,495 +0.8% | $33,494 |
| 2006 | $3,468 -4.8% | $33,494 +38.9% |
| 2005 | $3,643 -6.6% | $24,106 |
| 2004 | $3,902 +2.2% | $24,106 |
| 2003 | $3,818 +43.7% | $24,106 +45.3% |
| 2002 | $2,657 +5.1% | $16,596 |
| 2001 | $2,528 +8.1% | $16,596 |
| 2000 | $2,339 -0.1% | $16,596 +17.3% |
| 1999 | $2,342 | $14,149 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Belmont Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Camras Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Schurz High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Reinberg 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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Chicago
- 60634
- Belmont Central
- 5832 W Melrose St
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