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Property Description
**MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED, HIGHEST & BEST DUE BY 3/23 @5P** Welcome to this beautifully updated bungalow in the desirable Portage Park neighborhood. This spacious home features 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, plus an additional bedroom in the finished basement, ideal for guests, a home office, or extended living. Blending classic charm with modern updates, this home offers the best of both worlds. The kitchen and first and second floor bathrooms were fully renovated in 2022. The kitchen is equipped with newer appliances, including a built in microwave installed in 2022, a dishwasher installed in 2023, and a refrigerator installed in 2024. Major mechanical updates provide peace of mind, including a new AC condenser installed in 2022, a water heater installed in 2022, as well as septic vent installation and ejector pump replacement completed in 2022. A rare side private driveway on a 37.5' wide lot adds convenience and value for city living! Enjoy easy access to outdoor recreation at Portage Park, along with nearby fitness centers, grocery stores, banks and everyday essentials. Commuters will appreciate proximity to the CTA Blue Line and major bus routes. Just minutes from the vibrant Six Corners shopping and dining district, offering a variety of retail, restaurants, and entertainment options. Move in ready and perfectly located, this is one you do not want to miss.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5021 W Berenice Ave
General
- Price: $599,900
- Taxes: $10,853 (2024)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12596213
- Updated: 3/24/2026
- Added to Site: 15 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, E
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Separate Dining Room
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Dish Antenna, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Portage Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: IRVING PARK @ 4000N TO LAVERNGE @ 5000W, SOUTH TO BERENICE @ 3850N, THEN RIGHT/WEST TO 5021
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Gray Elementary School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Steam, Baseboard, Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Model: BRICK BUNG
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1923
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: BRICK BUNG
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1059
- Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 37 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1923
- Tax Amount: $10,853.12
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13212130110000
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Schools
Schools serving 5021 W Berenice Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Gray Elementary School 3730 North Laramie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | PK-8 | 0.2 mi |
Schurz High School 3601 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 5021 W Berenice Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/19/2026
Listed
$599,900
87.18%
MLS
11/10/2010
Sold
$320,500
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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 5021 W Berenice Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$7,178
—
$54,000
59%
2023
$7,178
14%
$33,999
—
2022
$6,293
2%
$33,999
—
2021
$6,171
9%
$33,999
19%
2020
$5,681
-2%
$28,589
-11%
2019
$5,768
2%
$32,123
—
2018
$5,670
30%
$32,123
36%
2017
$4,377
3%
$23,697
—
2016
$4,248
10%
$23,697
—
2015
$3,864
-27%
$23,697
-24%
2014
$5,322
2%
$31,234
—
2013
$5,206
1%
$31,234
—
2012
$5,161
—
$31,234
—
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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5021 W Berenice Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 (MLS# 12596213) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 5021 W Berenice Avenue is currently listed for $599,900 and was received on March 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 5021 W Berenice 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.

