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Property Description
Welcome to this charming Chicago brick bungalow in sought-after and storybook Forest Glen. Step inside the sun-filled living room with original stained glass windows and woodwork, which leads to a large formal dining room with beautiful crown molding and arched doorways. The bright and airy kitchen was renovated in 2017 with quartz countertops, quality shaker soft-close cabinets, and a breakfast bar flowing into a spacious family room with glass doors opening onto the deck. White wainscoted walls and penny tiles add charm to the first floor's full bathroom. Two bedrooms on the first floor, extra-large primary suite on the second floor with two separate bathrooms and three large closets. BASEMENT: Full-finished basement completely gutted and remodeled with vinyl floors, a half bath, enormous storage room, wood workshop, and large laundry room. DECK: Enjoy a peaceful retreat on the multi-layered deck in this whimsical backyard with a gorgeous magnolia tree and lilac tree, which bloom every spring. Take a stroll on the forest preserve trail just a few blocks away in magical Forest Glen. PLUS: Refinished hardwood floors throughout the first floor, brand new hardwood on the second floor and in kitchen, new cedar fence 2020. Easy walk to Metra. Highly rated Beaubien Elementary and Taft High School. Dimensions: First floor 1250 sq feet; 2nd floor 1250 sq feet; Full finished basement has 800 sq foot family room plus 450 sq feet of storage, utilities and wood shop.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5251 N La Crosse Ave
General
- Sold For: $680,000
- Taxes: $6,477 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12434118
- Added to Site: 215 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: CHI - Forest Glen
- County: Cook
- Subdivision: Forest Glen
- Driving Directions: Located in Forest Glen: Cicero Avenue to Berwyn Avenue, go West to La Crosse and South to the house. Or, From Foster Ave, turn North on LaPorte or Lamon to Berwyn Ave. East to La Crosse. Make a right, South, on La Crosse to home. Or, Elston to N. Laporte, go East on Berwyn, then right on La Crosse.
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: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Square Feet: 3,400
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1926
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2018
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Standard Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Landscaped
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1926
- Tax Amount: $6,477.85
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 13092270120000
Listed by Chicago Northside Realty LLC
Sold by Americorp, Ltd
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Schools
Schools serving 5251 N La Crosse Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Beaubien Elementary School 5025 North Laramie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630 | PK-8 | 0.5 mi |
Taft High School 6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | 9-12 | 2.3 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 5251 N La Crosse Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/15/2025
Sold
$680,000
0.15%
MLS
8/06/2025
Price Reduced
$679,000
-5.03%
MLS
7/31/2025
Listed
$715,000
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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.
5251 N La Crosse Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630 (MLS# 12434118) is a Single Family property that was sold at $680,000 on September 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 5251 N La Crosse Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Chicago? You can browse all Chicago real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

