5256 N Bernard St, Chicago, IL 60625
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OFF MARKET

5256 N Bernard St
Chicago, IL 60625

North Park
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,435 sqft

$611,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,174/mo*
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$611,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,174/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,435 sqft

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Description

This single-family home is located at 5256 N Bernard St, Chicago, IL. 5256 N Bernard St is in the North Park neighborhood in Chicago, IL and in ZIP code 60625. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,435 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4688 sqft and was built in 1925.
5256 N Bernard St, Chicago, IL 60625 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,435 sqft single-family home in North Park, built in 1925. It last sold for $318,000 on May 9, 2012. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $611,400, with a rent estimate of $3,358/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 5256 N Bernard St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5

Exterior Features

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

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4495 sqft

Price History for 5256 N Bernard St

DatePriceEventSource
05/09/2012$318,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07933466
12/08/2011$378,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/30/2011$398,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/04/2000$252,500Sold
N/A
05/22/1997$160,000Sold
N/A
07/28/1995$160,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$382K
$16.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$290
$13MoM
Available listings
5747
168MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$470,010
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5256 N Bernard St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5117 N Drake Ave, Chicago, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$425,000
08/21/25
3
1
1,456
3445 W Carmen Ave, Chicago, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$420,000
03/04/26
3
1.5
2,000
5335 N Saint Louis Ave, Chicago, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$375,000
04/30/26
2
1
1,200
5037 N Bernard St, Chicago, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$399,000
09/24/25
2
1.5
1,145
5047 N Sawyer Ave, Chicago, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$470,000
08/15/25
3
2
1,548
5310 N Spaulding Ave, Chicago, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$420,000
08/21/25
3
2.5
2,062
4928 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL
0.47
Single-Family Home
$495,000
09/10/25
3
2
1,492
5116 N Saint Louis Ave, Chicago, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$532,000
09/03/25
3
1
1,200
5140 N Drake Ave, Chicago, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$550,000
10/01/25
3
1
1,491
5353 N Sawyer Ave, Chicago, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$400,000
01/06/26
2
1.5
1,138

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

North Park
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What Locals Say about North Park

At least 91 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 70 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 57 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

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

  • 48 % Say car is needed

  • 39 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "There’s a lot of trails around and parks and things that’s nice for dogs. There have been like 2 instances that people have had their dogs off leash which I didn’t love but generally it’s not like that. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Gomphers park is great . The start of the bike path that goes north to lake cook starts here . It close to several highways and public transit. "
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  • Mahamad S. S.
    "excellent community in chicago. excellent neighborhood and people are friendly. schools hospitals and churches are near by. "
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  • Ahmad
    "Very easy and nice access is moderately maintained and hopefully things get better and more buses needed Library is near and train ia few blocks away "
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  • Robert Kastigar
    "I've lived here for 20 years. Close to public transportation, library, bicycle paths, grocery stores, schools. public parks, theaters."
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  • AV
    "A suburban-city atmosphere at the edge of the city where calm meets little spurts of nightlife, comfort food, and a beautiful forest preserve. "
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  • Marha37
    "I have lived in this neighborhood for the last 10 years. It's a very friendly neighborhood where we look out f8r each other. "
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  • Property M.
    "People don’t really walk their dogs around here. All the people connected to North Park University are crazy."
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  • Chicello
    "North Park is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in Chicago. There are very good public schools and an expanding restaurant scene. It was always a good and safe area, now it is getting better."
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  • Mookywinthrop
    "I've lived in this area for 20 years and I love it. My child attends local Peterson school . Love it. Newer restaurants are opening up on Bryn Mawr Ave which is walking distance. Parks to choose from!"
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  • Philip K.
    "I just moved to the neighborhood and love it because it's wedged between two public parks. The people around me are very friendly. It's very close to public transportation."
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