SOLDMAR 26, 2024
5240 W Cuyler Ave
Chicago, IL 60641
Portage Park
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,217 sqft
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,217 sqft
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,217 sqft
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This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from March 28, 2024
Portage Park enthusiasts and Chicago Bungalow aficionados, brace yourselves for a match made in housing heaven, the chefs kiss! This stylishly modern Chicago Bungalow invites you to bask in its expansive exterior and interior updates - a haven waiting for you to simply move in and savor! Let's dive into the delightful details that make this home a must-have. Walk through the door, and you're greeted by stunning hardwood floors that waltz gracefully throughout the main and second floors. And as for upgrades? Brace yourself - dual-zoned central HVAC, hardwood floors, a chefs kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel Samsung Appliance package. Additional updates and upgrades, newer porch, siding, a side-by-side front loader Samsung W/D, a tankless water heater, and chic wainscoting for that extra touch of elegance....! The large windows are the heroes bringing in abundant natural light, while the overhead can lighting adds a dash of bonus light when needed. Venture into the spacious layout, where two large bedrooms on the main level offer closets aplenty. And those tasteful French doors? They're your passport to flexibility - think home office, guest bedroom, or the ultimate toy haven! Bath time gets an upgrade with a first-floor bathroom boasting a large soaking tub and timeless, easy-to-clean tile. A chef's kitchen designed for entertaining, complete with a breakfast bar, an eat-in area, a stainless steel Samsung Appliance package, and gorgeous granite countertops. Additional lighting? Oh, it's a trifecta - natural light, pendant lights, and easy access to the newer back deck (2022) through the sliding door! Grill enthusiasts, we've got you covered - the back deck comes with a gas line for all your grilling adventures. Head upstairs to discover continued hardwood floors, two spacious bedrooms, vaulted ceilings, ample closet space, and can lighting that sets the perfect ambiance. The spa-like bathroom is a sanctuary in itself, featuring a jacuzzi soaking tub, a separate walk-in spa-like shower, and double vanities. But wait, there's more! The basement is an entertainer's dream, complete with a full bath and a bonus bedroom. Whether it's a home office, Peloton room, or a secret hideout for guests, the options are endless. Tiled for comfort, easy maintenance, and versatility - it's your canvas for endless possibilities. Updates? We've sprinkled over $50K worth of magic! A/C and Furnace (2021), 2nd Floor Hardwood Floors (2020), Professionally painted 2nd floor (2023), entryway closet system (2023), entire basement painted, (2023), Front & Back Landscaping (2023), Porch Siding (2022), Insulation & Trim Work (2022), Gutter & Downspouts (2022), New Deck & Exterior Paint (2022), and the cherry on top - a Backflow Valve (2023). This is not just a home; it's your ticket to a lifestyle upgrade and everything that Portage Park has to offer! Steps to the Portage Park- Park and all it has to offer; you're minutes away from 6-Corners nightlife, top rated Community Tavern, Portage Theater and so much more.
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$205/sqft
Listed
106 days ago
Home Details for 5240 W Cuyler Ave
Active Status |
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MLS Status: Closed |
Interior Features |
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Interior Details Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Eating Area, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Family Room, Laundry, Utility Room Lower Level, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Sitting Room, Foyer, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Walk In Closet |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3217 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: In UnitMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Sep Heating Systems - 2+Has CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Fireplace & Spa No Spa |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood |
Exterior Features |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: FencedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Other Parking: Driveway (Off Alley)Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage, Open |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (below surface): 1092 Square Feet |
Property Information |
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Year Built Year Built: 1916Year Renovated: 2012 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow |
Building Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Parcel Number: 13163220260000Model Home Type: BUNGALOW |
Price & Status |
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Price List Price: $659,995Price Per Sqft: $205/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Feb 06 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
Location |
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Direction & Address City: Chicago |
School Information Elementary School: Portage Park Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School: Portage Park Elementary SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 299High School: Schurz High SchoolHigh School District: 299 |
Building |
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Building Details Builder Model: BUNGALOW |
Building Area Building Area: 3243 Square Feet |
Community |
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Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights |
HOA |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
Lot Information |
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Lot Area: 3750 sqft |
Listing Info |
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Special Conditions: None |
Offer |
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Listing Terms: Conventional |
Compensation |
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Buyer Agency Commission: 2.5%-$495Buyer Agency Commission Type: See Remarks: |
Notes The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed |
Business |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
Miscellaneous |
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BasementMls Number: 11927820 |
Additional Information |
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SidewalksStreet LightsMlg Can ViewMlg Can Use: IDX |
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Abby Powell, (847) 209-6664
Dream Town Real Estate
Bought with: Elizabeth Avila, Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11927820
Price History for 5240 W Cuyler Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 03/26/2024 | $659,995 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11927820 |
| 02/07/2024 | $659,995 | Contingent | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11927820 |
| 01/11/2024 | $659,995 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11927820 |
| 11/07/2020 | $511,000 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10889560 |
| 10/06/2020 | $500,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 10/02/2020 | $500,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 02/05/2019 | $470,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 12/12/2018 | $479,999 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 11/30/2018 | $479,999 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 05/31/2013 | $395,000 | Sold | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Koenig Rubloff #08280025_60641 |
| 10/19/2012 | $399,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 10/03/2012 | $429,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 04/12/2012 | $149,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 10/13/2011 | $90,000 | Sold | N/A |
Property Taxes and Assessment
| Year | 2021 |
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| Tax | $7,038 |
| Assessment | $350,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 5240 W Cuyler Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.31 | Single-Family Home | $619,900 | 04/12/24 | 4 | 3 | 2,680 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $515,000 | 06/29/23 | 5 | 2 | 1,977 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $700,000 | 09/05/23 | 5 | 4 | 3,700 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $615,000 | 08/17/23 | 4 | 3 | 2,375 | |
0.44 | Single-Family Home | $590,000 | 02/15/24 | 5 | 3 | 2,704 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $400,000 | 05/02/23 | 3 | 3 | 2,500 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $605,000 | 06/12/23 | 4 | 3 | 2,153 | |
0.42 | Single-Family Home | $525,000 | 01/12/24 | 5 | 4 | 3,116 | |
0.51 | Single-Family Home | $570,000 | 04/12/24 | 5 | 3 | 2,920 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 5240 W Cuyler Ave.
- Portage Park Elementary School
- PK-8
- Public
- 838 Students
4/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe are a very proud Portage Park Elementary family. We have 2 kids enrolled and have enjoyed the quality of the lessons and assignments and the arts integrated approach to learning. The performing arts programming has been superb- especially dance and the spring festival of the arts! We are very lucky to have this school and Principal Wood in our neighborhood.Parent Review7mo ago - Schurz High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 1732 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy daughter is in the IB program at this school, and is in the top of her class. The curriculum is challenging and the teachers care.Parent Review7y ago 
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Neighborhood Overview
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What Locals Say about Portage Park
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 8mo ago
"It’s fine. It’s all I ever thought it could be. It was better than cats. How much more do I need to write on here???"
- Trulia User
- Prev. Resident
- 9mo ago
"Jefferson park is a good area for children and adults because everyone is different and respectful people "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Portage Park has a lot of opportunity for children to be out and about between the parks and the pool. Lots of shops, close by favorite groceries stores."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Moved into a 6 family apartment- neighborhood is friendly, clean, and I feel safe. Lots of stores near by. The park has a beautiful pool"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"My neighborhood is awesome I love walking and taking the bus around in my area the people are great too"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"Diversity- vast majority of restaurants and small businesses to keep you entertained. Do watch out for the random Karen and kens! They are pretty much lurking everywhere. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"working class neighborhood which is not far from suburbs. ideal for people who drive. I love having lived here for more than 25 years"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"convenient, buses and trains come frequently, gets pretty crowded during rush hour. pretty far from the train"
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Great family friendly neighborhood. Relatively safe for Chicago but safer than the south of chicago Amazing neighborhood and neighbors and highly recommend. Still affordable but quickly gentrifying some get in quick. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Heavy city traffic to be expected. Just have a great playlist or a podcast to listen to. The streets are often in contruction. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Easy access to suburbs and downtown . Very diverse neighborhood . Nice parks. Great variety of stores and restaurants "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"It’s generally safe but you should stay with your children at all times. Otherwise it’s a great family neighborhood. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"It is a friendly neighborhood that is still developing, the shops are nearby and so are certain restaurants and bars "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"The friendliness of the neighbors and all the nice dogs in the neighborhood. Very well maintained and safe. Your always seeing someone else walking their dogs, so your never out alone "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"We have a park area named portage park and lots of restaurants around and cafes and local stores and it’s close to downtown about a 25 min drive"
- Mariajoyce25
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Public transportation is available. Easy access to I 90. There are bike lanes as well. This neighborhood has always been too notch for being able to allow residents to commute to all parts of the Chicagoland area. We also have the metra station next to the Irving blue line. "
- Alyssa W.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Plenty of people can be seen walking their dogs within this neighborhood. It’s very common for people to have dogs "
- Mariapeggy823
- Resident
- 3y ago
"They neighborhood is really diverse,good schools, transportation is very accessible. Friendly people. Lots of stores and restaurants in the area."
- Ballattacker3
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Block party’s, the community comes together and puts on a great show. I hope to get to know more people as time goes on."
- Terron W.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"I’ve been here for seven years. It’s a great community for families! Neighbors are friendly and there has been an influx of young families moving into the neighborhood. Close proximity to Portage Park adds motivation to get out and enjoy the outdoors. "
- Cielo M.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Just moved here. I did have a neighbor threaten to shoot my putbull once but other than that it's a quiet clean place "
- Jennifer H. .
- Resident
- 3y ago
"My neighborhood is really safe..The people are super nice there are alot of dogs but almost all people pick up after there dogs.."
- Lasvegasarturo
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Great dog walking neighborhood. Other dog owners are very friendly Area is safe for late walks as well. "
- Kristin M. H.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Portage Park has a dog park which would probably be a nice feature for dog owners. Dog owners are typically respectful of other dogs and pedestrians."
- Glenda Y.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"it's quiet clean safe so far people here hasn't been very friendly but that's fine at least my kids can still walk to school safely"
- Vikki T.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Portage dog park is a great option to let the dogs burn some energy and get some good exercise. I definitely think my dog enjoys it "
- Tyler K.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Dog owners would like the amount of available sidewalk to walk their dogs on and that the neighbors shovel the snow."
- Rose L.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Great big park near by that offers clubs, a pool at no cost to residents and many little shops to walk to during the summer"
- Melia A.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Cool place made for families and people looking for a sense of privacy this area is always accessible and accommodating this are has lots of areas and greenery for your pet or yourself it’s 3 mins to the lake and close to many train and bus stops it has a great night life and a vibrant community this area host the lgbqt community parade every year and is rated a 9 out of 10 on 10 best places to live in Chicago in the Chicago times."
- Chris
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Great mix of people and new cool shops/restaurants in a trendy area. I’ve been living here for years and it’s a cozy family oriented area but also with plenty of fun things to do."
- Mzqorqeous18
- Resident
- 4y ago
"This neighborhood is very friendly and for the most part very quiet and well kept. I’be lived here for 3 years and had no complains other than parking but that’s everywhere in Chicago."
- Diana M.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"I always see dogs in this neighborhoods with there dog owners walking. theres a dog park in the neighborhood and I currently have a dog we go often"
- Mashiell P.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"My neighborhood has great access to the six corners Irving Park, Milwaukee, Cicero bus stops and CTA Blue lines."
- Paul V.
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Great place to raise a family. Quiet and hard-working people. Great local restaurants and shops and safe area."
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5240 W Cuyler Ave, Chicago, IL 60641 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,217 sqft single-family home built in 1916. 5240 W Cuyler Ave is located in Portage Park, Chicago. This property is not currently available for sale. 5240 W Cuyler Ave was last sold on Mar 26, 2024 for $659,995 (0% higher than the asking price of $659,995). The current Trulia Estimate for 5240 W Cuyler Ave is $664,700.