5853 W Newport Ave Chicago, IL 60634
Portage Park Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,000
Sq Ft
3,790
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Formal Dining Room
- Laundry Room
- Den
- Living Room
- 1-Story Property
About This Home
As of May 2025MULTIPLE OFFERS - HIGHEST AND BEST DUE 4/13 AT 5P! A time capsule straight out of the 1960's, this loved family home is just waiting for you to make it your own! Two bedrooms and a full bath on the first floor, with the opportunity to expand the attic or finish the basement for additional living space! With a spacious back yard, 1.5 car garage and nestled on a quiet street near schools, parks, shopping, restaurants and more, this home is the perfect opportunity for first time homebuyers and investors alike! Estate Sale and sold As-Is.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #475184599 Listed on: 04/07/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,700
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 30x125
Parking
- 1.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,000 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Carpet
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 7, 2025
Closed on
May 6, 2025
Sold by
Land Trust Company and Chicago Title Land Trust Company
Bought by
Alawawdeh Ahmad
Seller's Agent
Nicole Mertens
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Flor Lumpkins
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$285,500
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
$24,500
8.58%
Views
112
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$50,744
Avg. Annual Appreciation
79.15%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 1999
Sold by
Kucha Stella
Bought by
Corus Bank Na and Trust #4388
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $310,000 | Citywide Title | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | Sold | $310,000 | +8.6% | $310 / Sq Ft |
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/07/2025 04/07/25 | For Sale | $285,500 | -- | $286 / 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 | $5,700 | $26,000 | $13,230 | $12,770 |
| 2023 | $5,557 | $27,000 | $10,584 | $16,416 |
| 2022 | $5,557 | $27,000 | $10,584 | $16,416 |
| 2021 | $5,433 | $27,000 | $10,584 | $16,416 |
| 2020 | $4,856 | $21,784 | $4,725 | $17,059 |
| 2019 | $4,921 | $24,477 | $4,725 | $19,752 |
| 2018 | $4,838 | $24,477 | $4,725 | $19,752 |
| 2017 | $4,461 | $20,710 | $4,158 | $16,552 |
| 2016 | $4,150 | $20,710 | $4,158 | $16,552 |
| 2015 | $3,797 | $20,710 | $4,158 | $16,552 |
| 2014 | $3,615 | $19,472 | $3,780 | $15,692 |
| 2013 | $3,544 | $19,472 | $3,780 | $15,692 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Nicole Mertens
Baird & Warner
(773) 972-9123
5 in this area
98 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Dean Angelo
Baird & Warner
(847) 722-9714
2 in this area
7 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Flor Lumpkins
Coldwell Banker Realty
(773) 727-7224
9 in this area
75 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12329626
APN: 13-20-413-002-0000
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