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$274,999

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,159 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 8 days ago
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Welcome to 5242 W Monroe St, located in Chicago's South Austin neighborhood! This beautifully renovated, move-in-ready home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and modern updates throughout. Enjoy a fresh, updated interior featuring a brand-new kitchen, new flooring, updated bathrooms, and a new roof, offering comfort and peace of mind for its next owner. Outside, the property features a spacious concrete parking pad in the rear with room for up to three vehicles-a valuable convenience in the city. Ideally situated just behind Madison Street, the home offers convenient access to public transportation and local amenities. Also enjoy being approximately one mile from Columbus Park Golf Course! Don't miss this opportunity to own a fully renovated home with modern updates and practical features. Schedule your private showing today!

Full Property Details for 5242 W Monroe St

General

  • Price: $274,999
  • Taxes: $3,114 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12796237
  • Updated: 11/3/2026
  • Added to Site: 14 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Partially

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Yes

Location

  • Area: CHI - Austin
  • County: Cook
  • Township: West Chicago
  • Driving Directions: Madison St to Lockwood, South to Monroe, east to property

School Information

  • School District: 299
  • Elem School District: 299
  • Midd School District: 299
  • High School District: 299

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
  • Square Feet: 1,159
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2026

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 33 x 125

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Year: 1905
  • Tax Amount: $3,114.76
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple with Homeowners Association
  • Property ID: 16161020170000

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Schools serving 5242 W Monroe St

School District:Chicago Public School District 299
NameGradesDistance
Depriest Elementary School
139 South Parkside Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644
K-80.5 mi
Douglass Academy High School
543 North Waller Avenue, Chicago, IL 60644
9-120.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5242 W Monroe St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
10/28/2026
Listed
$274,999
139.13%
MLS
7/21/2026
Sold
$115,000
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Tax History for 5242 W Monroe St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,688
—
$15,000
88%
2023
$1,688
3%
$8,000
—
2022
$1,645
2%
$8,000
—
2021
$1,609
-30%
$8,000
-22%
2020
$2,289
—
$10,274
-10%
2019
$2,294
2%
$11,416
—
2018
$2,255
-2%
$11,416
7%
2017
$2,290
80%
$10,639
—
2016
$1,273
57%
$10,639
—
2015
$810
1%
$10,639
4%
2014
$803
—
$10,263
—
2013
$806
-25%
$10,263
—
2012
$1,074
—
$10,263
—
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5242 W Monroe Street, Chicago, IL 60644 (MLS# 12796237) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5242 W Monroe Street is currently listed for $274,999 and was received on October 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 5242 W Monroe Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Austin? You can browse all Austin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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