5516 W Cortez Street, Chicago, IL 60651 - Photo 1

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$378,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,952 Sq. Ft.
2.5 Car Garage

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Property Description

Charming and well-maintained 4 level home situated on an oversized Chicago lot. This property offers spacious living areas filled with natural light, an updated layout, and modern finishes throughout. Generous bedrooms, a functional floor plan, and a private backyard provide plenty of space for both relaxation and entertaining. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, dining, and public transportation, this home combines comfort, accessibility, and a larger lot-an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking extra space in a prime neighborhood.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5516 W Cortez St

General

Sold For: $378,000
Taxes: $3,376 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12459944
Added to Site: 129 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, On Site, Detached, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: CHI - Austin
County: Cook
Driving Directions: Central Ave. to Cortez-East 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: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Construction: Frame
Exterior Const.: Frame
Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
Square Feet: 1,952
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1898
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125

Financial Considerations

Assessment Year: 1898
Tax Amount: $3,376
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 16043080190000

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Schools

Schools serving 5516 W Cortez St

School District:Chicago Public School District 299

Name	Grades	Distance
Brunson Math & Sci Specialty Elementary School 932 North Central Avenue, Chicago, IL 60651	PK-8	0.2 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 5516 W Cortez St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

10/31/2025

Sold

$378,000

-0.13%

MLS

9/09/2025

Listed

$378,500

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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.

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5516 W Cortez Street, Chicago, IL 60651 (MLS# 12459944) is a Single Family property that was sold at $378,000 on October 31, 2025. Want to learn more about 5516 W Cortez 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.

5516 W Cortez St Chicago, IL 60651