540 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
OFF MARKET

540 W Cornelia Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Lake View
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,100 sqft (on 0.36 acres)

$276,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,926/mo*
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$276,700

Trulia Estimate
as of May 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,926/mo*
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2 Beds
1 Bath
1,100 sqft
(on 0.36 acres)

Local Information

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Description

This apartment is located at 540 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL. 540 W Cornelia Ave is in the Lake View neighborhood in Chicago, IL and in ZIP code 60657. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,100 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.36 acres and was built in 1920.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
None
Outdoor
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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Home Details for 540 W Cornelia Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: BrickLawn
Parking & Garage
Parking: None

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.36 acres

Price History for 540 W Cornelia Ave

DatePriceEventSource
01/07/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
01/03/2023$2,350Listed For RentZillow Rentals
11/10/2022$282,500Sold
@Properties sold #11623300_60657_1S
08/05/2022$274,900Sold
@Properties sold #11438844_60657_2N
04/09/2021$180,000Sold
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06/09/2020$1,975ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/19/2020$1,975Listed For RentAgent Provided
03/03/2020$1,851ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/24/2019$1,851Listed For RentAgent Provided
07/25/2019$1,851ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/24/2019$1,851Listed For RentAgent Provided
12/07/2017$219,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/21/2017$219,900PriceChange
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05/17/2017$224,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/18/2016$235,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/16/2016$235,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/12/2009$223,000Sold
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02/23/2006$224,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$4,241
Assessment$201,010
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 540 W Cornelia Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
536 W Cornelia Ave #2, Chicago, IL
0.00
Apartment
$340,000
06/27/25
2
1
1,100
538 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
0.41
Apartment
$310,000
11/07/25
2
1
1,000
555 W Aldine Ave #2, Chicago, IL
0.31
Apartment
$580,000
02/04/26
1
1
1,400
1202 W Waveland Ave #1, Chicago, IL
0.82
Apartment
$310,000
01/20/26
2
1
1,100
1329 W Addison St #1A, Chicago, IL
0.95
Apartment
$327,500
10/14/25
2
1
950
700 W Cornelia Ave #1, Chicago, IL
0.17
Apartment
$565,000
03/05/26
2
2
1,500
336 W Wellington Ave #1905, Chicago, IL
0.72
Apartment
$230,000
06/24/25
2
2
1,250
3232 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL
0.47
Apartment
$385,000
08/06/25
2
2
1,200
3232 N Halsted St #D310, Chicago, IL
0.47
Apartment
$315,000
07/18/25
1
1
800
3200 N Lake Shore Dr #90, Chicago, IL
0.46
Apartment
$162,000
01/27/26
2
2
1,250
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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Lake View
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What Locals Say about Lake View

At least 927 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 98 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 85 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say parking is easy

  • 39 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say there's wildlife

  • 31 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 29 % Say car is needed

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  • Victoria Martinez
    "It’s a heavily dog friendly city, and some owners are extremely responsible and some are not. I would caution any large green space may mean off leash dogs who are either trained very well or not at all"
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  • H6trbrfn8j
    "Park events, festivals, outdoor events all summer long. Lake is close and lots of parks with wide open space and playgrounds "
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  • Veriluna
    "We always have something happening on our neighborhood - festivals, fairs, concerts. Especially in summer time. It is a very live and crowded neighborhood, you never feel bored here."
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  • Pq4jbd5q7f
    "Fests! Also being so close to the lake, close to multiple libraries, multiple gyms, and walking distance from many grocery stores "
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  • Pq4jbd5q7f
    "Bar scene in lakeview! Cubs games and restaurants. Going for walks and runs along the lake and going the the gym"
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  • Brandon Christie
    "I reverse commute to the suburbs for work, 25 mile drive takes about 35min in the morning and 1 hour in the afternoon."
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  • Jose.martinez.chicago
    "It’s very diverse, great shops, great restaurants, right by the park and lake. It’s beautiful! I can’t see myself living anywhere else. "
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  • Kevin Chern
    "I work from home but can get just about anywhere in the city without a car. This neighborhood is very good for mobility. "
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  • James Cloud
    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 4 years now. It’s walkable and several major public transit lines are nearby."
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  • Brian Flanagan
    "Great area for singles, families, old and young. Safe, lots of restaurants, shops, good schools. Close to lake. Close to city via any transport you decided on. "
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  • Tinlik121212
    "The area is getting bad everyday. I don’t know what is causing this but I hear shootings almost every two weeks or so"
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  • Sambatjes
    "I’ve lived here for 2 years total (1 year in 2019, and this year 2024). Areas fun but pretty expensive. Surprisingly a lot of great asian food but lacking a solid pizza spot. Over fine to live here, but wouldn’t be living hear if I wasn’t lucky enough to have scored a cheap apartment "
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  • Trulia User
    "The HOA is a downside of having this aera your neighbors are too close. Keeping your kids out of the lake or drowning would be a construct reminder"
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  • Trulia User
    "Its a quit and friendly neighborhood I’ve live here and i also work around the neighborhood to all parents live down here you don’t have to worry about your kids "
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  • Trulia User
    "Good morning nice neighbors I’ll keep it clean. We respect one another I do not have any pets. Nice decorations for the holidays. Back to school giveaways, garage sales, nice humble, and friendly neighbors"
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a dog friendly neighbourhood with plenty of pet loving people that keep it clean in the same time"
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  • Trulia User
    "this neighborhood is very unique because everything is walking distance, a lot stores , restaurants, gyms and good places to hang out with friends. In addition there are a lot bars with good quality of beer. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don't know of any events at this time. oh there's always the first day of summer, and opening day at Wrigley. also opening day at the beach"
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  • Trulia User
    "good access to busses and not too awful of a walk to red,brown or purple line trains. Trains are mostly on time"
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  • Andrew F.
    "This neighborhood used to be very safe and quiet. Now recently I have heard gunshots out my window and there was a drive-by shooting right at the end of my street in the afternoon! After 13 years I am leaving."
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  • Trulia User
    "So much to do…restaurants, bike and walking paths, Divy, and boating. Beautiful parks and a zoo is close. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are so many options at all times, divvy bikes, trains, buses, ride chairs, and walking distance to so many places"
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  • Trulia User
    "Great access to shopping, bars, restaurants, and parks. Nice area and the neighbors seem friendly. Lots of kids in this area."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is still a lot of original character and flavor in this neighborhood. Still host to several well-established ethnic / cultural minority residents, whose language and foods flow through the air at any restaurant or cafe, perfuming the ambiance with enough spice to attract both locals and foreign alike."
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s some local street festivals that make things pretty fun every year, especially when the weather is nice. I recommend them because they’re enjoyable!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very pet friendly. Owner clean after their dogs. Lots of dog runs and park for pets. Pet shops are plenty. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I think it's a safe neighborhood for the city of Chicago. I think there's a lot to do and everything is either within walking distance or very close with the help of public transportation."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has good transportation as it is very close to the EL and the brown line runs through it, as well as some stops on the red! Lots of bus stops throughout as well."
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is beautiful and lively, lots to do everywhere and great for walkers. So close to the beach and amazing to spend the summer in! Good transport for the brown and red lines."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood about eight months overall very safe and assessable to anything your heart me desire however it’s a tad racist🤷‍♂️"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very family friendly!! Very dog friendly! Very public transit friendly! Very close to everything! Has just about everything!"
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  • Trulia User
    "The express bus gets me downtown in 10 minutes instead of 40 minutes with the local bus. The trains get him anywhere in the city swiftly."
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  • Trulia User
    "Lakeview seems to be a family friendly place. There are accessible parks nearby. It’s kind of unclear how good the schools are. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Almost everyone in this neighborhood is a dog owner. It’s common place, and I believe there is a dog park nearby. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of dog friendly rentals, and for the most part, people are good about picking up after their pets."
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  • Trulia User
    "Very friendly and walkable with quiet side streets that are great for dogs. There are sidewalks everywhere and the areas is very clean. There are so many dogs in the area as well and it seems like a great place to walk them and make sure they get socialization. Everyone is friendly and it seems like there are a lot of dog-friendly buildings and units in the area. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I have lived here for 11 years near Hamlin Park...very kid friendly and safe. the baseball programs and pool are amazing and fun."
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  • Trulia User
    "Easy - Train, bus, car everything is easy to access. cheap. can park most places but also a lot of permit parking."
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  • Samantha
    "Easy walking, lake is close, many dog parks, friendly people. Vet is right on the main road and very popular. Lots to do to keep your dog active. Sooooooooooooooo fun"
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  • Begordon.favors
    "Dog owners are respectful and considerate. Picking up after their dog and keeping them on a lease. There is a dog park in the neighborhood."
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540 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 60657 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,100 sqft apartment built in 1920. 540 W Cornelia Ave is located in Lake View, Chicago. This property is not currently available for sale. 540 W Cornelia Ave was last sold on Nov 10, 2022 for $282,500. The current Trulia Estimate for 540 W Cornelia Ave is $276,700.