5251 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
Property image
Property image
OFF MARKET

$300,010

Tax assessed value
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,100 sqft

5251 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL 60641

Cragin

Home Value

Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5200 W Schubert Ave #3, Chicago, IL
0.48
Apartment
$110,000
12/16/25
1
1
1,200
5206 W Schubert Ave #1, Chicago, IL
0.48
Apartment
$115,000
12/16/25
2
1
922
2702 N Laramie Ave #3, Chicago, IL
0.48
Apartment
$118,000
12/16/25
2
1
800
5204 W Schubert Ave #3, Chicago, IL
0.48
Apartment
$95,000
12/16/25
1
1
800
5202 W Schubert Ave #2, Chicago, IL
0.48
Apartment
$95,000
12/16/25
1
1
800
3300 N Springfield Ave, Chicago, IL
1.75
Apartment
$515,000
12/11/25
3
2
1,303
4430 N Monitor Ave, Chicago, IL
1.88
Apartment
$226,500
11/19/25
1
1
525
2702 N Laramie Ave #2, Chicago, IL
0.48
Apartment
$95,000
12/16/25
2
1
-
4701 N Kilbourn Ave, Chicago, IL
2.25
Apartment
$485,000
09/12/25
2
1
1,908
2536 N Austin Ave #1, Chicago, IL
1.13
Apartment
$520,000
10/31/25
3
1
1,400
Home facts updated by county records

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
5244 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
0.04
$390,000
4
1.5
-
Recently Sold
5250 W Nelson St, Chicago, IL 60641
0.03
$454,600
5
2
1,338
Off Market
5236 W Nelson St, Chicago, IL 60641
0.04
$669,200
6
3
-
Off Market
5335 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
0.09
$405,000
4
3
1,366
Recently Sold
5224 W Nelson St, Chicago, IL 60641
0.06
$455,100
5
2
-
Off Market
5336 W Nelson St, Chicago, IL 60641
0.10
$424,500
6
2
2,750
Off Market
5349 W Fletcher St, Chicago, IL 60641
0.14
$464,500
6
3
1,687
For Sale
5353 W Fletcher St, Chicago, IL 60641
0.14
$495,400
6
3
2,600
Off Market
5248 W Wellington Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
0.09
$410,000
4
1.5
1,192
Recently Sold
3035 N Laramie Ave #1, Chicago, IL 60641
0.12
$190,000
2
1
950
Off Market
3043 N Laramie Ave #2, Chicago, IL 60641
0.12
$133,000
1
1
700
Recently Sold
3054 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
0.16
$413,900
7
2.5
1,761
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5251 W Barry Ave.
  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Apartment
Built in 1924
1,100 sqft
Garage

About this House

Fantastic two bedroom, one bath in Lakeview features updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances including a microwave and dishwasher, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, great light, combination living and dining room, equal sized bedrooms, good closet space, in-unit laundry, central air and heat and pets are welcome!
5251 W Barry Ave, Chicago, IL 60641 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,100 sqft apartment in Cragin, built in 1924. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,863/month.

Home Details for 5251 W Barry Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Stone
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3750 sqft

Price and Tax history

YearProperty taxTax assessment
2024
$4,838
$300,010
Home facts updated by county records

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$389K
$10.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$294
$8MoM
Available listings
5488
263MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Cragin
See Local Highlights
Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Cragin

At least 438 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 71 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say car is needed

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 52 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 45 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 34 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say there's wildlife

  • 29 % Say parking is easy

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Xmzpnj78pj
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for all my life,In all my life no package has been stolen in this neighborhood all the streets/sidewalks are well maintained "
    2
    Flag
  • Td2vyb29r5
    "I like to live here, the schools are good and the neighborhood too, the only bad thing is the difficulty of finding parking"
    2
    Flag
  • Naomiafrias
    "To let their children be who they want to become and for their children to grow and live their life "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Apt allows cats, why not small dogs, people sometimes need service dogs, or just regular smaller dogs, if the apt isn't big enough for a medium or larger dog."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "dogs are welcomed in my neighborhood. pet owners just need to clean after them. Also, if they see another dog being walked by their owner cross the street to avoid an attack from that other dog "
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Too many shootings and the only good thing about it is rent is cheap, there is a lot of schools around. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Nothing special in here, quite zone except the big avenues with relatively friendly people, without too much violence or incidents."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for 9 years and it’s has everything at hand no transportation needed. Everyone is friendly and picks up after their pets and maintains their homes. "
    2
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Not many dogs being walked. People just keep their dogs in the yards I guess. I have yet to see a dog being walked. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "they love the community pet friendly and plenty of green areas for pets most clean up after their pets clean community "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Safe! There’s lots of parks, schools and churches. Easy to get around. Lots of restaurants and grocery stores nearby. Parking is tough if you don’t have a garage. Taxes are low compared to other parts of the city."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Kids are safe playing outside. The area is peaceful and neighbors are friendly. Close to parks and libraries "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Lots of renovations and construction going on. Area definitely on a upswing! Wide range of homes in price and size. Decent taxes. Most homes and blocks are well kept, some better than others. Many schools and parks. Lots of places to eat and shop close by. Not a lot of crime But you still have to be careful your in the CITY. Kinda loud at times with weekend yard parties or cars bumping and thumping. Litter is one thing we could do a better job of! KEEP IT CLEAN PEOPLE!. Have lived in the area for over 30years. Very diverse. Central location in the City makes it easy to get around. It’s the people who make a neighborhood great! Let’s do our part people.."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "not worth it to have a family in this area that's for sure they just might be on the street there's not much to do in this area always police cars going up and down the streets and you hear about break in's. "
    0
    Flag
  • Destiny.figueroa81
    "The community was very well kept and easy access to public transportation. I was able to take my son trick or treating for Halloween. "
    2
    Flag
  • Kimberly C. C.
    "Direct access to buses that connect to blue line. Buses come frequently on Belmont and Diversey. Blue line connects to other lines and takes to downtown directly "
    1
    Flag
  • Paco64chgo
    "To much crime and drugs , police never do anything, the alleys are dirty. Cars get damaged if parked in the street "
    2
    Flag
  • Jen M.
    "Our community has Block parties that make it really nice to meet your neighbors and hang out. A lot of people own dogs and that is nice for meeting neighbors too. "
    0
    Flag
  • Fatima R.
    "Great community, neighborhoods are all friendly. Very easy to get around. Would be hard to leave from here."
    6
    Flag
  • Laura.martinez101987
    "great school for children to attend, its safe for my children to walk home from and to school. the streets are clean"
    0
    Flag
  • Yary V.
    "Area is pretty calm most neighbors are very friendly there’s plenty of stores around but it’s extremely hard to find parking!! "
    1
    Flag
  • Wrekkajn
    "Super convenient! Belmont bus runs 24/7. Lots of grocery stores. Blue Line is relatively close. Night life isn't too crazy. "
    2
    Flag
  • Brisa323
    "It makes me feels safe. I really love how peaceful it can get. Neighbors are great! Everyone is very friendly. I haven’t experienced much violence for the past three years that have we lived here."
    6
    Flag
  • Robyn S.
    "I've live here for a bit over 2 years. I love my block great neighbors that's for sure. I am pretty centrally located 20 minutes to the highway my office etc."
    1
    Flag
  • Brenda
    "This neighborhood is very friendly, and people know each other. Public transportation is accessible north & south. "
    0
    Flag
  • Joyce .
    "I love that the ice cream truck comes through daily. Lots a families and super nice people. Lots of good grocery stores. "
    0
    Flag
  • Kay.la0212
    "I’ve lived in this area for about 2 years now. Never had any problem & my neighbors are very friendly. "
    1
    Flag
  • Fritzimayf.buenaflor
    "Most of dog owners I see doesn’t have plastic bag for their dog’s poop. Be careful walking on the front yard grass. There maybe dog poops..."
    0
    Flag
  • Jessimikaaa
    "Mostly Hispanic neighborhood. Lots of grocery stores & places to eat. Plenty of open late liquor stores. "
    0
    Flag
  • Austria Q.
    "Dog owners would not like living in the area because other people with dogs don’t know how to follow rules! They walk their dog without a leash all the time!!! "
    0
    Flag
  • Jblack773
    "Great access to public transportation such as bus and blue line, however no direct access to expressway "
    0
    Flag
  • Urzua m.
    "Block parties and the Belmont cragin fest every year. There are also a few parks within walking distance in the area. "
    0
    Flag
  • Dmartinezmatos
    "A little traffic. Not too much. Easy to get around the city in big steeet and small streets. Bike route accessible. A few parks. And very easy to take the bus anywhere if necessary. Blue line. Not too far away. "
    0
    Flag
  • Vlozad0718
    "Dog owner will love the near by park on Belmont and Lamon they will also love the fact that a few blocks away there is a dog training program. "
    0
    Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Frequently asked questions about 5251 W Barry Ave

  • Is Chicago a buyer's or seller's market?
    Chicago is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Chicago?
    The median sale price in Chicago is $389K. That is up $10.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Cragin neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Cragin neighborhood in Chicago, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to grocery stores. See recently sold homes in Cragin, Chicago.
  • What are the closest schools to 5251 W Barry Ave?
    The closest schools to 5251 W Barry Ave in Chicago, IL are Camras Elementary School (Pre-K/Middle, rated 4/10), Falconer Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Foreman High School (rated 1/10).
  • Does 5251 W Barry Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5251 W Barry Ave in Chicago, IL has in-unit laundry.

Explore by feature - Pet Friendly

3922 pet-friendly rentals in Chicago, IL

Explore by feature - Garage

1672 rentals with a garage in Chicago, IL

Explore by feature - Air Conditioning

4478 rentals with air conditioning in Chicago, IL

Explore by feature - Pool

658 rentals with a pool in Chicago, IL

Explore by feature - Washer/dryer

4519 rentals with a washer/dryer in Chicago, IL

Explore by feature - Outdoor Space

346 rentals with an outdoor space in Chicago, IL

Apartments for Rent

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Off Market Homes Near 5251 W Barry Ave

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Homes for sale near 5251 W Barry Ave

Skip to last item
Skip to first item
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item