$480,000
SOLD JUN 26, 2025
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,651 Sq Ft
1926 Built

Recently Sold

$181 Per Sq Ft

12% Below List Price

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Den
  • 4-minute walk to Rosedale Park

About This Home

As of June 2025

Desirable Norwood Park Home on Oversized Double Lot Discover a rare gem in the heart of Chicago's Northwest Side-a 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home located on an oversized 8,250 sq ft double lot. Lovingly maintained and updated by the same family for over 50 years, this residence blends classic charm with ample space and incredible potential for customization. Offering 2,651 sq ft of living space, the home's thoughtful layout features original hardwood floors, a spacious family room with natural lighting, and a formal dining area perfect for gatherings. The main floor includes three bedrooms, a full bathroom, and kitchen. The partially finished basement offers a family room, full bathroom, laundry area, and significant storage space. The private upstairs suite is complete with its own kitchen, full bathroom, and two bedrooms. Recent updates include a roof approximately 10 years old, windows 10-15 years old, and an overhead sewer system. Enjoy outdoor experiences in the expansive, fenced-in backyard. Parking is convenient with a side drive that accommodates up to four cars, plus a two-car detached garage accessible through the alley. Located on a quiet, tree-lined street just steps from Milwaukee Avenue, this home offers easy access to shopping, public transportation, major expressways, and local schools like Onahan Elementary and Taft High School. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Norwood Park charm. The home is being sold as is and offers endless possibilities to make it your very own. Schedule your private tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bill Ehlers

ARNI Realty Incorporated License #471010625 Listed on: 04/23/2025

ARNI Realty Incorporated

Last Buyer's Agent

Michael Shenfeld

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty License #475125273

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,917

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 50x165

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,651 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Potential Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,917

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: Yes
  • MRD_WaterViewYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • LivingArea: 2651
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Recreation Room, Kitchen, Storage, Den
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: On Site, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50X165
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 9917
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2025
Closed on
Jun 23, 2025
Sold by
John M Brennan M and John Janice M
Bought by
Gamboney Patrick
Seller's Agent
Bill Ehlers
ARNI Realty Incorporated
Buyer's Agent
Michael Shenfeld
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
List Price
$545,000
Sold Price
$480,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$65,000
-11.93%
Views
58
Current Estimated Value
$541,353

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$61,353
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.18%
Original Mortgage
$456,000
Outstanding Balance
$454,872
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$86,481

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2003
Sold by
Brennan John M and Brennan Janice M
Bought by
Declarati John M and Brennan Self Declarati M D
Source: Public Records
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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $480,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $456,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Sold $480,000 -7.5% $181 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2025 05/07/25 Price Changed $519,000 -4.8% $196 / Sq Ft
04/23/2025 04/23/25 For Sale $545,000 -- $206 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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
2025 $9,917 $55,000 $25,575 $29,425
2024 $9,917 $55,000 $25,575 $29,425
2023 $9,667 $47,000 $20,625 $26,375
2022 $9,667 $47,000 $20,625 $26,375
2021 $8,246 $47,000 $20,625 $26,375
2020 $8,285 $42,777 $13,200 $29,577
2019 $8,309 $47,530 $13,200 $34,330
2018 $8,167 $47,530 $13,200 $34,330
2017 $5,796 $33,000 $11,550 $21,450
2016 $5,752 $33,000 $11,550 $21,450
2015 $4,663 $29,945 $11,550 $18,395
2014 $3,790 $24,832 $9,900 $14,932
2013 $3,696 $24,832 $9,900 $14,932
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12344129

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 13-06-410-026-0000

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