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Property Description
SPECIAL $3000 CLOSING CREDIT TO BUYER WITH ACCEPTED OFFER BY 11/30/25! Extraordinary Portage Park Home on Extra-Wide Lot! Welcome to this beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home perfectly situated in the heart of Chicago's vibrant Portage Park neighborhood. Sitting on an extra-wide lot with a 2.5-car garage and additional side carport, this property offers both space and style. Step inside to discover all-new hardwood floors, fresh trim work, and modern finishes throughout. The main level features brand-new windows, a stunning new kitchen with butcher block countertops, sleek cabinetry, and a tasteful backsplash - perfect for the home chef. Upstairs, you'll find three generous bedrooms including a luxurious primary suite with two walk-in closets and a spa-inspired master bath. A convenient second-floor laundry and shared family bath make everyday living easy and functional. The fully finished basement provides even more versatility with an additional bedroom or office, a full bath, and laundry hook-up. Every detail has been thoughtfully upgraded, from brand-new roofs on both the house and garage, two separate HVAC systems, new siding and insulation on the rear of the home, to a pre-wired security system with multiple cameras and a newer front sidewalk. Enjoy outdoor living in the beautifully landscaped backyard featuring a fire pit, extra patio space, and plenty of room to entertain guests. Located close to parks, schools, restaurants, and all the charm of Portage Park's thriving community - this home truly has it all!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5221 W Cornelia Ave
General
- Sold For: $678,000
- Taxes: $7,533 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12507248
- Added to Site: 78 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Carport, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off-Alley, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Portage Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Head south or north on N Laramie then go West on Cornelia to Address
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Dual
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 2,968
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1921
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 38 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1921
- Tax Amount: $7,533
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13213110100000
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Schools
Schools serving 5221 W Cornelia Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Reinberg Elementary School 3425 North Major Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634 | PK-8 | 0.6 mi |
Foreman High School 3235 North Leclaire Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | 9-12 | 0.4 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 5221 W Cornelia Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/15/2026
Sold
$678,000
—
MLS
11/18/2025
Price Reduced
$678,000
-2.45%
MLS
10/30/2025
Listed
$695,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
5221 W Cornelia Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 (MLS# 12507248) is a Single Family property that was sold at $678,000 on January 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 5221 W Cornelia 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.


