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Property Description
Rare opportunity to own a spacious 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-family home in the heart of Portage Park! This home offers a versatile layout featuring a formal dining room, central air conditioning, and a full basement ready for your finishing touches. With generous libing space throughout and a detached 2-car garage, there's room for everyone. Situated on a quiet, residential street in one of Chicago's most sought-after Northwest Side neighborhoods, you'll enjoy easy access to parks, shopping, dining, public transportation, and all that Portage Park has to offer. Don't miss your chance to make this exceptional property your next home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4945 W Waveland Ave
General
- Price: $499,900
- Taxes: $3,058 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12676152
- Updated: 6/20/2026
- Added to Site: 12 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, E
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Oven, Gas Cooktop
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Portage Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: Laramie south of Irving Park to Waveland (one way east}
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Steel Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Steel Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Storage Space, Walk-Up Access, Daylight, Full
- Square Feet: 1,500
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1916
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 126
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1916
- Tax Amount: $3,058.88
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Exceptions-Call List Office
- Property ID: 13212260040000
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Schools
Schools serving 4945 W Waveland Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gray Elementary School 3730 North Laramie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | PK-8 | 0.3 mi |
Schurz High School 3601 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 4945 W Waveland Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/14/2026
Listed
$499,900
45.96%
MLS
12/07/2005
Sold
$342,500
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 4945 W Waveland Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$5,386
—
$37,000
18%
2023
$5,386
66%
$31,479
—
2022
$3,252
5%
$31,479
—
2021
$3,096
-3%
$31,479
1%
2020
$3,195
—
$31,166
-11%
2019
$3,185
2%
$35,019
—
2018
$3,137
-7%
$35,019
39%
2017
$3,359
-20%
$25,241
—
2016
$4,200
17%
$25,241
—
2015
$3,587
1%
$25,241
7%
2014
$3,556
-7%
$23,557
—
2013
$3,809
1%
$23,557
—
2012
$3,782
—
$23,557
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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4945 W Waveland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 (MLS# 12676152) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 4945 W Waveland Avenue is currently listed for $499,900 and was received on June 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 4945 W Waveland Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Portage Park? You can browse all Portage Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

