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Property Description
Gorgeous 3 bedroom/2 bath historically significant blonde bungalow with all of the original features AND modern conveniences. Beautiful refinished original hardwood floors, lovely crown molding woodwork, built-ins, and art glass. Light and bright living room with electric fireplace flanked by original oak shelves/mantle and original art glass. The separate dining room is a generous space for family gatherings. The huge eat-in kitchen was recently updated with quartz countertops, new sink/faucet (2025) and has a large pantry and original spice rack/ironing board cabinet. All three large bedrooms are on the main floor with plenty of room to grow as the unfinished attic awaits the potential of a primary suite and/or the additional living space that you desire. The full finished basement has a full bath and plenty of space for recreation and a guest room/office, plus separate laundry room, work room, and storage/utility room. The plentiful upgrades to this home make it truly move-in ready: recently refinished floors, fresh interior paint, many newer windows throughout, Radiant heat and central AC, newer electric (1998 and 2001). New tuckpointing (2025), New cement patio/drainage, and apron (2022), New tear-off roof (2022) Newer 2 1/2 car garage with front and back overhead doors (2000) with 220 amp service for EV charging. Covered carport for a third car or covered patio space. All of this on a quiet street close to schools and public transportation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5038 W Nelson St
General
- Sold For: $475,000
- Taxes: $5,845 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12423449
- Added to Site: 117 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Electric
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Belmont Cragin
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: North of Diversey, West of Cicero
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Small Duct High Velocity
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,686
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1922
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1922
- Tax Amount: $5,845
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13282090270000
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Schools
Schools serving 5038 W Nelson St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Falconer Elementary School 3020 North Lamon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | PK-6 | 0.2 mi |
Kelvyn Park High School 4343 West Wrightwood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639 | 7-8 | 1.1 mi |
Foreman High School 3235 North Leclaire Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | 9-12 | 0.2 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 5038 W Nelson St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/01/2025
Sold
$475,000
3.26%
MLS
10/27/2025
Listed
$460,000
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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.
5038 W Nelson Street, Chicago, IL 60641 (MLS# 12423449) is a Single Family property that was sold at $475,000 on December 01, 2025. Want to learn more about 5038 W Nelson Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Belmont Cragin? You can browse all Belmont Cragin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

