$330,000
SOLD MAY 22, 2026

5949 School St Berkeley, IL 60163

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,066 Sq Ft
1956 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 22, 2026

$310 Per Sq Ft

4% Below List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near park
  • Bonus Room
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Recessed Lighting

About This Home

As of May 2026

Beautiful and impeccably maintained solid brick ranch offering a rare combination of quality, space, and value. This move-in ready home features a bright and inviting living room with hardwood floors, recessed lighting, and a large picture window that fills the space with natural light. The kitchen is thoughtfully designed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and a comfortable eat-in area-perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The main level offers well-proportioned bedrooms with hardwood flooring and a full bathroom, all finished in clean, modern tones. The fully finished basement provides exceptional additional living space, featuring a spacious recreation area, multiple flexible rooms ideal for a home office, gym, or guest setup, a second full bathroom, and generous storage including a walk-in closet. A unique highlight of the property is the enclosed garage space with surrounding windows, offering excellent potential for a sunroom, entertaining area, or additional flex space to suit your needs. Situated on a well-positioned lot with a detached 2-car garage, this home offers both functionality and versatility in a convenient location near shopping, dining, schools, and major expressways. Move-in ready and offering more living space and flexibility than typically found at this price point-this is an opportunity you don't want to miss. Sold As-Is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anita Ortega

eXp Realty Brokerage Phone: (708) 970-4835 License #475205448 Listed on: 03/19/2026

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Verenice Escareno

Realty of America, LLC License #475162113

Realty of America, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,892

Year Built

  • Built in 1956 | Remodeled in 2013

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 40 x 123
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,066 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Storage Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Doors

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Storage

Location

  • Property is near park

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 100 Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,892

Year Built

Built in 1956 | Remodeled in 2013

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2013
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: (708) 970-4835
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2013

Interior Features

  • Basement: Partially Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • LivingArea: 1066
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Storage
  • Window Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens, Window Treatments
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Square Footage Comments: Main Sq Ft: 1066, Above Grade Total Sq Ft: 1066, Finished Basement Sq Ft: 1066, Total Basement Sq Ft: 1066, Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 2132, Total Finished/Unfinished Sq Ft: 2132
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 4

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Junior High/Middle School #2: Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 40 X 123
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: U
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8892
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2026
Closed on
May 22, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Anita Ortega
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
Verenice Escareno
Realty of America, LLC
List Price
$344,999
Sold Price
$330,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,999
-4.35%
Views
43

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
113.70%
Original Mortgage
$313,500
Outstanding Balance
$313,500
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$26,678

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 28, 2021
Closed on
Jan 12, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Fred Goodluck
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Esmeralda Campos
Coldwell Banker Realty
Sold Price
$295,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.59%
Original Mortgage
$289,656
Interest Rate
3.25%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 28, 2021
Closed on
Dec 29, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Fred Goodluck
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Esmeralda Campos
Coldwell Banker Realty
Sold Price
$295,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$289,656
Interest Rate
3.25%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $330,000 Chicago Title
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Deed $135,000 Cti
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $313,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $289,656 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/22/2026 05/22/26 Sold $330,000 -4.3% $310 / Sq Ft
03/27/2026 03/27/26 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2026 03/19/26 For Sale $344,999 +16.9% $324 / Sq Ft
12/30/2021 12/30/21 Sold $295,000 +1.8% $138 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/06/2021 12/06/21 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2021 11/16/21 For Sale -- -- --
11/09/2021 11/09/21 Pending -- -- --
11/05/2021 11/05/21 For Sale -- -- --
11/01/2021 11/01/21 Pending -- -- --
10/28/2021 10/28/21 For Sale $289,900 -- $136 / 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 $8,892 $24,000 $2,566 $21,434
2024 $8,892 $24,000 $2,566 $21,434
2023 $7,878 $24,000 $2,566 $21,434
2022 $7,878 $17,931 $2,216 $15,715
2021 $6,394 $17,931 $2,216 $15,715
2020 $6,124 $17,931 $2,216 $15,715
2019 $4,634 $14,363 $1,983 $12,380
2018 $4,541 $14,363 $1,983 $12,380
2017 $4,364 $14,363 $1,983 $12,380
2016 $3,765 $11,799 $1,749 $10,050
2015 $3,704 $11,799 $1,749 $10,050
2014 $3,658 $11,799 $1,749 $10,050
2013 $3,897 $13,272 $1,749 $11,523
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12596201

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 15-07-310-031-0000

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