5408 Melrose Street, Portage Park, Chicago, Illinois 60641


$415,500

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 1,800
Cost/Sqft: $222
Beds: 4
Baths: 3
Year Built: 1930
Property Taxes: $5,235
Days On Market: 1948
Lot Size: 0,09

Description

Super-spacious, oh-so-stylish updated brick bungalow in the hot Portage Park/Belmont Cragin area. Situated on a 35' wide lot, this bungalow has oversized rooms; it's such a LARGE, comfortable home! In fact, there's room for everyone in this 5 BR 3 BA home-bring your extended family! When you step inside your first thoughts will be "fresh", "open", "light", and "stylish". This home has been loved, cared for, and decorated in a really neutral but stylish manner. Which in the home search world means the magical words apply: move in ready! The main floor features wide open space, huge windows, hardwood floors, a full formal dining room, 2BRs, enclosed rear porch, and an eat-in kitchen. *Second floor features a really wonderful primary suite with sitting area, dressing room, walk-in closet and full bath. *Finished English basement is the perfect in-law setup: living room, 2 BRs, nicely-done full bath, and plumbing/gas lines are already installed behind the drywall for installing a kitchen. *Extensive, established perennial gardens surround the home both front and back. The back yard will astonish you: a dining area and multiple seating areas, plus a shade area, are nestled amongst a truly lovely garden. For small weeknight BBQs or huge celebratory events, your family will love being in this fabulous and private back yard. In fact, your family will love the classic-meets-hip feeling of this entirely-stylish home! Multiple offers received, Sold for over asking price. If you have been thinking about selling, call me!It's still a great time to sell!

Property Specifics

Single Family
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Bungalow
1930
Full, Walkout
Brick
Asphalt
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No
0.09
Cook
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0 / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan, Public
Public Sewer
Central Air
Natural Gas, Forced Air
11140239
13213240340000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Marvin Camras Elementary School
299 —
Middle School
Marvin Camras Elementary School
299 Not in DB
High School
Foreman High School
299 Not in DB
Alternate High School
Lane Technical High School
— Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
29 Apr, 2011 Sold $121,000 MRED MLS
31 Mar, 2011 Under contract $120,000 MRED MLS
21 Dec, 2010 Listed for sale $120,000 MRED MLS
16 Sep, 2011 Sold $287,000 MRED MLS
11 Aug, 2011 Under contract $298,000 MRED MLS
— Last price change $309,000 MRED MLS
28 Jul, 2011 Listed for sale $309,000 MRED MLS
1 Sep, 2021 Sold $415,500 MRED MLS
7 Jul, 2021 Under contract $399,000 MRED MLS
29 Jun, 2021 Listed for sale $399,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 4
Bedrooms Below Ground: 1
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 3
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: Double Sink, European Shower
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Living Room Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Hardwood
Family Room Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Library, Bedroom 5, Loft
Basement: Full, Walkout

Other Specifics

1
Concrete Perimeter
Garage
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—
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Patio
Fenced Yard, Park Adjacent
35 X 125
Dormer,Finished,Full,Interior Stair
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Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Not in DB
Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
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Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2011 $4,176
2011 $4,176
2021 $5,235

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