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Property Description
Discover this sunny, lovingly-maintained North Mayfair brick bungalow nestled on a corner lot on a picturesque tree-lined street. Step into the entry foyer with coat closet and you'll be greeted by the home's gorgeous woodwork and the light streaming through captivating (and operable) stained glass windows. The living room is anchored by a charming decorative fireplace, perfectly flanked by shelves, offering an elegant focal point. The oak kitchen features a built-in hutch and plenty of workspace. The adjacent sunroom/den provides a tranquil retreat, offering lovely views of the backyard, which blooms with colorful perennials. Step outside to enjoy the deck, complete with a moveable sunshade for indoor/outdoor living. Three bedrooms and one full bath on the main level create an ideal floorplan. The home's generous lower level offers a full bathroom, a large family room, a workshop and a laundry room, plus tons of storage space. For future expansion, a huge and high unfinished attic awaits your vision. Completing this fantastic property is a newer garage, adding convenience and value. This is a rare opportunity to own a charming, well-preserved home with incredible curb appeal in a highly sought-after neighborhood with room to grow.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 4957 N Lowell Ave
General
- Price: $525,000
- Taxes: $8,278 (2024)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12534712
- Updated: 1/13/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Decorative
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Albany Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: East or West on Foster, South on Lowell (Lowell is one way going south)
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Palmer Elementary School
- High School: Taft High School
- Private School: Taft High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Steam
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,800
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1923
- 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: 1923
- Tax Amount: $8,278.92
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13104140010000
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Schools
Schools serving 4957 N Lowell Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Palmer Elementary School 5051 North Kenneth Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630 | PK-8 | 0.1 mi |
Taft High School 6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | 9-12 | 3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 4957 N Lowell Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/07/2026
Listed
$525,000
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MLS
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 4957 N Lowell Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,359
3%
$36,000
—
2022
$6,160
2%
$36,000
—
2021
$6,054
4%
$36,000
14%
2020
$5,827
—
$31,652
-10%
2019
$5,845
-7%
$35,169
—
2018
$6,289
5%
$35,169
13%
2017
$5,966
-2%
$31,000
-5%
2016
$6,074
10%
$32,721
—
2015
$5,535
9%
$32,721
10%
2014
$5,059
2%
$29,736
—
2013
$4,948
37%
$29,736
32%
2012
$3,603
—
$22,575
—
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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4957 N Lowell Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630 (MLS# 12534712) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 4957 N Lowell Avenue is currently listed for $525,000 and was received on January 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 4957 N Lowell Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Albany Park? You can browse all Albany Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

