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Property Description
Spacious Jefferson Park 4+ Bedroom, 3 Bath Dutch Colonial nestled on a lovely tree-lined block. Much exterior work was done in 2013 included the siding, roof, gutters and windows. Three levels of living space. First floor offers an inviting living room, a formal dining room, an updated eat-in kitchen, two bedrooms, a full bath and an enclosed porch. Second level offers room for extended family with another large living room. kitchen and dinette, plus two large bedroom, full bath and a finished enclosed porch. Downstairs includes a recreation room, a fifth bedroom or home office area, and a full bath. Great yard. 2 C Garage conveyed as is. Wonderful location, nearby Metra, Jefferson Park Blue Line, Beaubien school and convenient Edens and Kennedy expressways. Much potential here! Property conveyed as -is. Zoned single family RS-3, Seller nor the broker makes any representation as to the legality of improvements.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5245 W Carmen Ave
General
- Price: $429,900
- Taxes: $8,309 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12787151
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Jefferson Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: Foster to Laramie, south to Carmen, west to 5245
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Beaubien Elementary School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Model: DUTCH COLONIAL
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Square Feet: 1,935
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1919
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: DUTCH COLONIAL
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0703
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 126
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1919
- Tax Amount: $8,309.07
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 13093130060000
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Schools
Schools serving 5245 W Carmen Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Beaubien Elementary School 5025 North Laramie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630 | PK-8 | 0.2 mi |
Taft High School 6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 5245 W Carmen Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$7,601
—
$40,000
11%
2023
$7,601
3%
$36,005
—
2022
$7,410
2%
$36,005
—
2021
$7,245
15%
$36,005
27%
2020
$6,309
—
$28,306
-10%
2019
$6,323
2%
$31,452
—
2018
$6,217
10%
$31,452
6%
2017
$5,667
4%
$29,687
—
2016
$5,449
10%
$29,687
—
2015
$4,962
15%
$29,687
15%
2014
$4,303
2%
$25,745
—
2013
$4,207
1%
$25,745
—
2012
$4,175
—
$25,745
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5245 W Carmen Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630 (MLS# 12787151) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 5245 W Carmen Avenue is currently listed for $429,900 and was received on October 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 5245 W Carmen Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Jefferson Park? You can browse all Jefferson Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
