524 N Drake Avenue, Chicago, IL 60624 - Photo 1

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$280,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1.5 Car Garage

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Property Description

This beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is move-in ready, featuring refinished hardwood floors throughout. As you enter, the sunny living area flows seamlessly into the spacious dining room, creating a perfect space for entertaining. The updated bathroom boasts new tile and a charming vanity, maintaining the home's character. The eat-in kitchen offers freshly painted cabinetry, newer countertops and a large walk-in pantry. Three generously sized bedrooms provide plenty of space for work from home/office, plus a heated porch that can serve as a cozy family room or den. The huge unfinished basement, with excellent ceiling height, and additional attic space offer great potential for expansion. The private backyard leads to a 2-car alley garage. Key updates include newly installed central air (2015), a newer roof (2013), and updated electrical (2015) and water heater (2018). Conveniently located with easy access to transportation, parks, and entertainment, this home is truly a gem!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 524 N Drake Ave

General

Sold For: $280,000
Taxes: $1,911 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12314879
Added to Site: 338 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Equipment: Security System
Other Features: Commuter Train, Interstate Access

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1.5
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

Area: CHI - Humboldt Park
County: Cook
Driving Directions: Franklin Blvd to Central Park, N one block to Ohio, E one block, right on Drake

School Information

School District: 299
Midd School District: 299

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
Year Built: 1910
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 3720

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1910
Tax Amount: $1,911.51
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 16112160190000

Listed by Redfin Corporation
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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Schools

Schools serving 524 N Drake Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299

Name	Grades	Distance
Ward L Elementary School 646 North Lawndale Avenue, Chicago, IL 60624	PK-8	0.2 mi
Orr Academy High School 730 North Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60624	9-12	0.6 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 524 N Drake Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

5/01/2025

Sold

$280,000

-3.11%

MLS

3/25/2025

Listed

$289,000

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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.

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524 N Drake Avenue, Chicago, IL 60624 (MLS# 12314879) is a Single Family property that was sold at $280,000 on May 01, 2025. Want to learn more about 524 N Drake Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Humboldt Park? You can browse all Humboldt Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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