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Seller's Agent in 2025
M Maeda
Kale Realty
(312) 939-5253
1 in this area
2 Total Sales
5649 W School St Chicago, IL 60634
Belmont Central Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,560
Sq Ft
1925
Built
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Sun or Florida Room
- Wood Flooring
- Finished Attic
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of September 2025Investor's dream! Minimum work will escalate this solid brick structure into an iconic Chicago masterpiece. Easy and fast investment turnaround. Remarkable oversized bungalow in the charming and highly-valued Portage Park area. A centerpiece location to supermarkets, schools, parks and a thriving business community. This generous 4 bed/2 bath home retains the original woodwork as seen on the crown molding and hardwood flooring throughout the main level. High ceilings, a foyer, separate dining and living room areas and an enclosed porch are rare amenities to find. Garage encloses 2 cars + extra storage space. Motivated sellers will only consider buyers with pre-approved financing and cash offers.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,285
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- Chain Link Fence
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,560 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Ceiling Fan
- Insulated Windows
- Shades
- Drapes & Rods
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Attic
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Location
- Property is near a park
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Bungalow
- Laundry Facilities
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 22, 2015
Closed on
Feb 16, 2016
Sold by
Vaughn Michael and Vaughn Cheryl
Bought by
Yang Jaime R and Yang Maria
Seller's Agent
Zachary Herman
Real Broker LLC
Buyer's Agent
Goran Utvic
HomeSmart Connect LLC
List Price
$190,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$40,000
21.05%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.29%
Original Mortgage
$225,834
Outstanding Balance
$181,488
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$194,305
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 7, 2003
Sold by
Singh Priya Manny and Siner Jennifer
Bought by
Vaughn Michael and Vaughn Cheryl
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$244,000
Interest Rate
5.71%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 3, 2000
Sold by
Kapka Leonard and Kapka Diane
Bought by
Singh Priya Manny and Siner Jennifer
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,844
Interest Rate
8.26%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 24, 2000
Sold by
Kapka Leonard and Kapka Diane
Bought by
Kapka Leonard and Kapka Diane
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,844
Interest Rate
8.26%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 14, 1997
Sold by
Kapka Leonard and Kapka Diane
Bought by
Kapka Leonard and Kapka Diane
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $230,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $283,000 | Cti | |
| Warranty Deed | $283,000 | Cti | |
| Warranty Deed | $202,500 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $225,834 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $208,899 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $91,800 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $64,585 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $29,700 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $241,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $238,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $244,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $204,250 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $200,844 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/09/2025 09/09/25 | Sold | $352,500 | -6.0% | $226 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | Price Changed | $375,000 | -5.5% | $240 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | For Sale | $397,000 | +72.6% | $254 / Sq Ft |
| 03/07/2016 03/07/16 | Sold | $230,000 | +21.1% | $147 / Sq Ft |
| 10/29/2015 10/29/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/22/2015 10/22/15 | For Sale | $190,000 | -- | $122 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,285 | $33,000 | $13,230 | $19,770 |
| 2023 | $6,380 | $31,000 | $10,584 | $20,416 |
| 2022 | $6,380 | $31,000 | $10,584 | $20,416 |
| 2021 | $6,238 | $31,000 | $10,584 | $20,416 |
| 2020 | $4,968 | $22,287 | $4,725 | $17,562 |
| 2019 | $5,034 | $25,042 | $4,725 | $20,317 |
| 2018 | $4,950 | $25,042 | $4,725 | $20,317 |
| 2017 | $5,393 | $25,038 | $4,158 | $20,880 |
| 2016 | $4,517 | $25,038 | $4,158 | $20,880 |
| 2015 | $4,110 | $25,038 | $4,158 | $20,880 |
| 2014 | $4,055 | $24,407 | $3,780 | $20,627 |
| 2013 | $3,964 | $24,407 | $3,780 | $20,627 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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M Maeda
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Lori Hoagland
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Lori Hoagland
Baird Warner
(773) 718-2710
1 in this area
1 Total Sale
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Zachary Herman
Seller's Agent in 2016
Zachary Herman
Real Broker LLC
(312) 883-8550
56 Total Sales
-
Goran Utvic
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Goran Utvic
The McDonald Group
(312) 217-4354
1 in this area
40 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12319343
APN: 13-20-429-004-0000
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