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$530,000
Property Description
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained brick bungalow on a picturesque, tree-lined street in Chicago's desirable North Park neighborhood. Blending timeless character with thoughtful updates, this home offers warm, inviting living spaces highlighted by beautifully preserved hardwood floors throughout the entire first floor and abundant natural light through newer Pella windows, all complemented by high-end custom window shades. The kitchen is equipped with a GE gas range (2021), Kenmore refrigerator and dishwasher, and a newer LG washer and dryer. Major mechanical updates include a Lennox central air conditioning system (2015) and a Trane gas furnace. Accessibility features have been thoughtfully incorporated, including a wheelchair lift installed near the rear entrance (2021) and a walk-in bathtub. Outside, you'll appreciate the attractive brick walkway along the south side of the home (2023), a charming brick garden path added in the backyard (2025), and a new front sidewalk completed in 2023. Ideally located within comfortable walking distance of both Northeastern Illinois University and North Park University, this home also offers convenient access to neighborhood parks, local restaurants, shopping, and public transportation. A rare opportunity to own a lovingly cared-for North Park bungalow in an exceptional location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5241 N Bernard St
General
- Sold For: $530,000
- Taxes: $8,137 (2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12761763
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - North Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: FOSTER EAST OF CICERO TO BERNARD NORTH TO PROPERTY
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1919
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0854
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 124 x 30
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1919
- Tax Amount: $8,137.93
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13112200060000
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Schools
Schools serving 5241 N Bernard St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Peterson Elementary School 5510 North Christiana Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Mather High School 5835 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60659 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
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5241 N Bernard Street, Chicago, IL 60625 (MLS# 12761763) is a Single Family property that was sold at $530,000 on October 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 5241 N Bernard Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in North Park? You can browse all North Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.