Pedro Castaneda
Compass
(844) 448-1434
96 Total Sales
3 in Jefferson Park
$350K - $540K Price Range
5541 W Ardmore Ave Chicago, IL 60646
Jefferson Park Neighborhood
5
Beds
2
Baths
3,900
Sq Ft
1930
Built
Highlights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Recreation Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of June 2026Welcome to this charming residence nestled in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood of Forest Glen/Norwood Park 1 block from Edgebrook Wood. This well-maintained, all brick, jumbo Bungalow home offers a comfortable and functional layout, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with office. The interior features a bright and inviting large living space with abundant natural light, complemented by hardwood flooring under carpeting and timeless finishes throughout. Large eat-in kitchen with newer appliances. Three bedrooms on main floor and full bathroom. These Generously sized bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office setup. The home also includes well-appointed bathrooms and additional living space that can be customized to suit your needs. Second floor offers 2 large bedrooms. Finished basement with office, full bathroom, family room, laundry room, mechanical room, storage and walk out to rear yard. This property has seen several key upgrades, including all new windows, a new roof, and tuckpointing completed on both the house and garage-offering peace of mind and long-term durability. Additional improvements include new front stairs and an extended 130 ft concrete driveway, providing both convenience and excellent curb appeal with 2 car garage. Step outside to enjoy a spacious backyard-perfect for relaxing, gardening, or outdoor entertaining. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, dining, and public transportation, this home combines suburban charm with city accessibility. Don't miss the opportunity to make this inviting, move-in-ready property your own!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
eXp Realty Brokerage Phone: (312) 437-7799 License #471012075 Listed on: 03/18/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,344
Year Built
- Built in 1930
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 30x125
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,900 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Decorative Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Storage Room
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Farnsworth Elementary School
- Taft High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Two Heating Systems
- Forced Air Heating System
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 18, 2026
Closed on
May 19, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sohail Salahuddin
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Robert Ristau
Weichert, Realtors - All Pro
List Price
$499,900
Sold Price
$551,500
Premium/Discount to List
$51,600
10.32%
Views
125
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.86%
Original Mortgage
$523,925
Outstanding Balance
$523,440
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$18,977
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 24, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Jefferson Park, IL
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Pedro Castaneda
-
Leticia Cejeda
Leticia Cejeda
eXp Realty
(888) 589-5553
89 Total Sales
2 in Jefferson Park
$167K - $345K Price Range
-
Irais Torres
Irais Torres
Fulton Grace Realty
(224) 808-4852
40 Total Sales
1 in Jefferson Park
$425,000 Price
-
Ruslana Pentek
Ruslana Pentek
Leader Realty, Inc.
(888) 691-5909
63 Total Sales
1 in Jefferson Park
$214,900 Price
-
Joseph Deardurff
Joseph Deardurff
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(630) 864-6422
77 Total Sales
1 in Jefferson Park
$950,000 Price
-
DeMarcus Hunter
DeMarcus Hunter
Compass
(877) 764-1862
77 Total Sales
2 in Jefferson Park
$480K - $660K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $551,500 | Indecomm Global Services | |
| Joint Tenancy Deed | -- | Lawyers Title Insurance Corp |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $523,925 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2026 06/05/26 | Sold | $551,500 | 0.0% | $141 / Sq Ft |
| 04/14/2026 04/14/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/13/2026 04/13/26 | Off Market | $551,500 | -- | -- |
| 04/06/2026 04/06/26 | For Sale | $499,900 | -- | $128 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,592 | $42,000 | $21,495 | $20,505 |
| 2024 | $4,592 | $42,000 | $21,495 | $20,505 |
| 2023 | $4,619 | $47,000 | $17,440 | $29,560 |
| 2022 | $4,619 | $47,000 | $17,440 | $29,560 |
| 2021 | $4,397 | $47,000 | $17,440 | $29,560 |
| 2020 | $4,537 | $32,167 | $11,772 | $20,395 |
| 2019 | $4,524 | $35,742 | $11,772 | $23,970 |
| 2018 | $4,455 | $35,742 | $11,772 | $23,970 |
| 2017 | $4,770 | $31,334 | $10,464 | $20,870 |
| 2016 | $5,120 | $31,334 | $10,464 | $20,870 |
| 2015 | $4,921 | $31,334 | $10,464 | $20,870 |
| 2014 | $5,010 | $32,130 | $9,592 | $22,538 |
| 2013 | $5,027 | $32,130 | $9,592 | $22,538 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sohail Salahuddin
Seller's Agent in 2026
Sohail Salahuddin
eXp Realty
(312) 818-2878
6 in this area
335 Total Sales
-
Robert Ristau
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Robert Ristau
Weichert, Realtors - All Pro
(708) 362-9324
1 in this area
6 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12595625
APN: 13-04-306-026-0000
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