5529 W  Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
FOR SALE

5529 W Cornelia Ave
Chicago, IL 60641

Portage Park
  • 6 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,900 sqft

$649,900

Original price: $674,800
Est. Mortgage $4,314/mo*

$649,900

Original price: $674,800
Est. Mortgage $4,314/mo*
6 Beds
4 Baths
3,900 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this stunning, fully rehabbed single-family brick octagonal bungalow, where timeless architecture meets modern living. This beautifully updated home features six spacious bedrooms and four full bathrooms, offering ample room for comfortable living. The main level welcomes you with a bright, open-concept living and dining area, perfect for gatherings and everyday enjoyment. The updated kitchen is a standout with sleek finishes, brand new stainless steel appliances, and generous counter space for all your culinary needs. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds incredible value with a cozy family room, two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a convenient laundry area-ideal for guests, extended family, or extra living space. Outside, enjoy the convenience of a 2-car garage, and a location that's hard to beat-just minutes from schools, shopping, public transportation, and beautiful parks. This move-in-ready home has it all-space, style, and a superb location.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$167
Listed
66 days ago

Home Details for 5529 W Cornelia Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Price Change

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Play Room, Study
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 4
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3900 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 66

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1928
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 13213080140000Model Home Type: BUNGALOW

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $649,900Price Per Sqft: $167
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Chicago
School Information
Elementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School District: 299High School District: 299

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12583470

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: BUNGALOW

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3750.516 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12583470Attribution Contact: (312) 888-9395

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Ryan Casper, (312) 888-9395
eXp Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12583470

Price History for 5529 W Cornelia Ave

DatePriceEventSource
05/09/2026$649,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12583470
03/04/2026$674,800Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12583470
03/04/2026$674,800ListingRemovedeXp Realty #12550595
01/19/2026$674,800PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12550595
07/30/2025$674,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343418
04/23/2025$699,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12343418
09/12/2022$250,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11347312
07/30/2022$285,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11347312
07/12/2022$285,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11347312
06/02/2022$295,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11347312
04/08/2022$309,900PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11347312
03/29/2022$309,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11347312
03/15/2022$309,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11347312
10/21/2016$321,000Sold
N/A
11/30/2007$321,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06613777
11/16/2005$455,000Sold
N/A
12/16/2004$395,000Sold
N/A
04/07/2003$260,000Sold
N/A
11/10/1997$90,000Sold
N/A

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$6,756
Assessment$320,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5529 W Cornelia Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.01
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$445,000
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$460,000
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$575,000
09/04/25
5
3
2,200
0.07
Single-Family Home
$699,000
04/30/26
4
3.5
2,988
0.07
Single-Family Home
$699,000
03/02/26
4
3.5
2,988
0.07
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$699,000
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4
3.5
2,988
0.22
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$450,000
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$699,000
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4
3.5
2,988
0.08
Single-Family Home
$699,000
06/18/25
4
3.5
2,988
0.08
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$699,000
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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Portage Park

At least 508 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 78 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say car is needed

  • 59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say there are community events

  • 35 % Say there's wildlife

Learn more about our methodology.
  • Berenice N
    "Portage park is great! Decent area for walking, lots of dog lovers. Nice parks. Bus stops every couple blocks"
  • Berenice N
    "Good area to walk your dogs. Very dog friendly but no dog park near by. Poop bag stands would be great"
  • Enders1
    "I’ve lived in the area for 19 years, I’m the owner of a Condominium. I recommend the Portage Park area. "
  • Trulia User
    "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
    "Jefferson park is a good area for children and adults because everyone is different and respectful people "
  • Trulia User
    "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
    "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
    "My neighborhood is awesome I love walking and taking the bus around in my area the people are great too"
  • Trulia User
    "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
    "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
    "convenient, buses and trains come frequently, gets pretty crowded during rush hour. pretty far from the train"
  • Trulia User
    "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
    "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
    "Easy access to suburbs and downtown . Very diverse neighborhood . Nice parks. Great variety of stores and restaurants "
  • Trulia User
    "It’s generally safe but you should stay with your children at all times. Otherwise it’s a great family neighborhood. "
  • Trulia User
    "It is a friendly neighborhood that is still developing, the shops are nearby and so are certain restaurants and bars "
  • Trulia User
    "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
    "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
    "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.
    "Plenty of people can be seen walking their dogs within this neighborhood. It’s very common for people to have dogs "
  • Mariapeggy823
    "They neighborhood is really diverse,good schools, transportation is very accessible. Friendly people. Lots of stores and restaurants in the area."
  • Ballattacker3
    "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.
    "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.
    "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. .
    "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
    "Great dog walking neighborhood. Other dog owners are very friendly Area is safe for late walks as well. "
  • Kristin M. H.
    "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.
    "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.
    "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.
    "Dog owners would like the amount of available sidewalk to walk their dogs on and that the neighbors shovel the snow."
  • Rose L.
    "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.
    "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
    "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."
  • Mashiell P.
    "My neighborhood has great access to the six corners Irving Park, Milwaukee, Cicero bus stops and CTA Blue lines."

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Ryan Casper, eXp Realty
Agent Phone: (312) 888-9395
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information
5529 W Cornelia Ave, Chicago, IL 60641 is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,900 sqft single-family home built in 1928. 5529 W Cornelia Ave is located in Portage Park, Chicago. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Mar 4, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12583470.