Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds
5040 N Ridgeway Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Multi FamilyProperty Type
5,227 sq ftLot Size
1926Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Back on market due to buyer financing falling through. Stunning 2-story, 2-unit building in sought-after Albany Park, combining modern updates with vintage charm. Located on a peaceful cul-de-sac near Eugene Field Park, this property offers a community feel with easy access to activities and nature. Each unit boasts 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a den/sunroom that can serve as a 3rd bedroom, and a large eat-in kitchen. The living room features an original decorative fireplace, complemented by an impressive...Back on market due to buyer financing falling through. Stunning 2-story, 2-unit building in sought-after Albany Park, combining modern updates with vintage charm. Located on a peaceful cul-de-sac near Eugene Field Park, this property offers a community feel with easy access to activities and nature. Each unit boasts 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a den/sunroom that can serve as a 3rd bedroom, and a large eat-in kitchen. The living room features an original decorative fireplace, complemented by an impressive dining room and updated kitchens. The second-floor unit includes updated bathrooms with heated floors, an island kitchen with a walk-in pantry, and easy-care vinyl flooring throughout the unit. The first-floor unit features a quartz breakfast bar, modern bathroom upgrades, a brand-new refrigerator, and original hardwood floors throughout. Outside, a heated two-and-a-half car brick garage and private driveway provide ample parking, while the brick-paved backyard is ready for relaxation or entertaining. The expansive basement offers additional laundry space, plumbing for an extra bath, and ample storage options. Recent updates include a complete tear-off roof (2023), a brand-new water heater for the second-floor unit (2024), newer windows, and updated tuckpointing, ensuring this building is move-in ready. This unique, owner-occupied property is truly a rare find, offering immediate possession. For showing requests or inquiries call or text listing agent Matthew Kontos.
Listing closed: 10/07/2024 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12158532

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$709,000

Avg days on market

25

Sale-to-list ratio

98.5%

Chicago, IL

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Property Information for 5040 North Ridgeway Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $9,707 / year
  • MLS Type: Two to Four Units / 2 Flat
  • County: Cook County
  • Area: CHI - Albany Park
  • Township: Jefferson
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Heat/Fuel: Radiator(s)
  • Zoning: MULTI
Building Information
  • Residences: 2
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Lot Size: 0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • # Full Baths in Building: 4
  • # Half Baths in Building: 0
  • Num of Baths: 4.0
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: .12
  • Total # Units in Building: 2.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 5040
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 3800
  • 3 Br Un In Bldg: No
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 30
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Multi Family
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 2
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 1
  • Lease Expiration Date: 00/00
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 2
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
  • Lease Expiration Date: 00/00

Property History for 5040 North Ridgeway Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 7, 2024

Sold

MRED #12158532

$850,000
Sep 23, 2024

Pending

MRED #12158532

Sep 23, 2024

Contingent

MRED #12158532

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/07/2024

Sold

MRED #12158532

$850,000
09/23/2024

Pending

MRED #12158532

09/23/2024

Contingent

MRED #12158532

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5040 North Ridgeway Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$19,688Additions$42,313Total$62,001
Tax Record2023$10,409 ($867 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt4,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,176 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,625 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1926CountyCOOKAPN13-11-309-022

Schools near 5040 North Ridgeway Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Volta Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Roosevelt High School
Public9 to 12

ASPIRA Charter - Haugan Campus
Charter6 to 8

Von Steuben Metro Science High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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