5254 W Monroe St

4,092 Sq. Ft.
$100 / Sq. Ft.
4,092
Sq. Ft.
$100
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This classic 3 bedroom 1-1/2 bath home is well maintained. All new roof, gutters, downspouts, navy blue vinyl siding and white trim were installed in late 2025. The Kitchen, and 1st floor 1/2 bath (powder room) were completely rehabbed in 2025. The kitchen includes a luxury refrigerator, gas range, over the range microwave oven, quartz counter tops and beautiful porcelain backsplash. The living room and dining rooms have beautiful crystal chandeliers which can be dimmed. There's lots of natural light...This classic 3 bedroom 1-1/2 bath home is well maintained. All new roof, gutters, downspouts, navy blue vinyl siding and white trim were installed in late 2025. The Kitchen, and 1st floor 1/2 bath (powder room) were completely rehabbed in 2025. The kitchen includes a luxury refrigerator, gas range, over the range microwave oven, quartz counter tops and beautiful porcelain backsplash. The living room and dining rooms have beautiful crystal chandeliers which can be dimmed. There's lots of natural light from the east and south facing windows. The basement is drywalled, painted and finished with porcelain floor tile and beautiful light fixtures. It can be used for a family room or for an additional bedroom. Laundry and utility rooms are in the basement. The small attic is finished. The home is fenced with huge rear deck just off the kitchen for entertaining family and friends. Newer, well maintained two and 1/2 car garage with large access door into the backyard. There is a garden shed included for extra storage. The home has central air for cooling and the heating unit is gas forced air. The 2-1/2 car garage has a large overhead access directly into the backyard. .
  1. Listed by Michelle Bolden • United Real Estate - Chicago
    P: (630)-748-4660 C: (773)-732-2611 mnb3227@gmail.com

Property Details for 5254 West Monroe Street

Area
CHI - Austin
Township
West Chicago
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 04/14/2026 12:06 AM

Property Details for 5254 West Monroe Street

StatusActive
MLS #12592475
Days on Market17
Taxes$1,911 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built-
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,092 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 5254 West Monroe Street

Stories-Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,092 SF

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Property Information for 5254 West Monroe Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Depriest Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Douglass Junior High School Acad
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Austin Community High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Quartz Counters
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Interior Stair
  • Bath Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 312
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level, Other Room, Attic
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, High End Refrigerator, Freezer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2025
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1237
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1429
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1669
  • Lower Sq Ft: 192
  • Main Sq Ft: 421
  • Upper Sq Ft: 624
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 33x124
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Frame
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 100
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 5200
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 192.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1413
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 120
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 120
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2026-04-10T17:00:56
  • Photos Count: 67
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 10X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 8X14
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X12
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 10X14
Attic Room Information
  • Room Level: Attic
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Dimensions: 6X8
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Dimensions: 16X12
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 10X10

Property History for 5254 West Monroe Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12592475

$410,000
Oct 19, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #208924526

$218,000

+125.2% / yr

Mar 24, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #194685656

$137,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/08/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12592475

$410,000
10/19/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #208924526

$218,000

+125.2% / yr

03/24/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #194685656

$137,000

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Public Records for 5254 West Monroe Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,319Additions$13,680Total$18,999
Tax Record2023$3,309 ($276 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,413 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,413 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,092 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1905CountyCOOKAPN16-16-102-013

Schools near 5254 West Monroe Street

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

Austin College and Career Acad High School
Public9 to 12

Catalyst Circle Rock Elementary School
CharterK to 8

Clark Academy Prep Magnet 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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5254 West Monroe Street is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60644. This property was listed for sale on April 8, 2026 by United Real Estate - Chicago, it's currently listed at $410,000. It has been on the market for a total of 17 days and was last sold on October 19, 2006. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Depriest Elementary School, Austin College and Career Acad High School and Catalyst Circle Rock Elementary School. 5254 West Monroe Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 4,092 sqft single family home.

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