5247 N California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625

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5247 N California Avenue,Chicago, IL 60625
$499,900
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,896 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Pending
Listed by:deborah hess
Office:compass
MLS#:12389355
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$499,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$263.66

About this home

Freshly renovated and move-in ready, this stylish 1950s ranch blends timeless character with thoughtful hip updates-perfectly located near River Park, Budlong Elementary, and Swedish Covenant (Endeavor) Hospital. The sunlit main level features two generous bedrooms and two full baths, including a private en-suite retreat. A wide-open living and dining space is anchored by a sleek electric fireplace and picture windows that flood the room with light. The stunning island kitchen-with sage green cabinetry, butcher block counters, and matte black hardware-feels both current and classic, offering great flow for casual dining or entertaining. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds incredible versatility, complete with a cozy family room, summer kitchen, two more bedrooms, and a third full bath-ideal for roommates, guests, multi-generational living, or work-from-home needs. Out back there's is a patio, plus green space, and a two-car parking pad with room to build a garage. Most

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Home facts

  • Year built:1956
  • Listing Id #:12389355
  • Added:44 day(s) ago
  • Updated:August 13, 2025 at 07:45 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:3
  • Full bathrooms:3
  • Living area:1,896 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt
  • Year built:1956
  • Building area:1,896 sq. ft.

Schools

  • High school:Amundsen High School
  • Middle school:Budlong Elementary School
  • Elementary school:Budlong Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$499,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$263.66
  • Tax amount:$7,813 (2023)
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