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Property Description
For safety reasons the water and gas are off and should not be turned on. Welcome to this very large 5-bedroom 3-bathroom brick bungalow that is in need of your ideas and repair. The large bay window in the front of the home allows for lots of natural light and the classic hardwood floors, rich wood doors and 2 kitchens give you an idea of the home's potential! There is also a large garage which means no need to look for parking spots. This is a great opportunity if you are an investor looking for your next project or a homeowner looking to renovate your dream home. Property is an estate sale and being sold As-Is.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5435 W Melrose St
General
- Sold For: $260,000
- Taxes: $10,033 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12511970
- Added to Site: 71 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Double Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Portage Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: CENTRAL NORTH OF BELMONT TO MELROSE EAST TO PROP.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Steam
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1927
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Standard Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1927
- Tax Amount: $10,033.63
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13213280080000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
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Schools
Schools serving 5435 W Melrose St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Camras Elementary School 3000 North Mango Avenue, Chicago, IL 60634 | K-8 | 0.5 mi |
Foreman High School 3235 North Leclaire Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 | 9-12 | 0.5 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 5435 W Melrose St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/09/2026
Sold
$260,000
-13.3%
MLS
11/06/2025
Listed
$299,900
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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.
5435 W Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60641 (MLS# 12511970) is a Single Family property that was sold at $260,000 on January 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 5435 W Melrose Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Portage Park? You can browse all Portage Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

