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  • Multi-Family
  • 4 Total Beds
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 20 hours ago
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Welcome to 5548 N. Major Avenue, located in the heart of Chicago's Jefferson Park neighborhood! This well-maintained two-flat building offers excellent flexibility for owner-occupants, investors, or multi-generational living. Both units feature new flooring throughout, while the second-floor unit shines with a newly remodeled kitchen and bathroom. The bedrooms are sizable, and ample closet space is found throughout, featuring additional coat closets, pantry, and linen closets. Each unit includes individual central air conditioning and gas forced heat. The property also features a basement ready to be finished, offering endless possibilities for an additional in-law suite or duplex-down expansion. Major improvements include new electric service to the building, new water heater, a roof approximately 5 years old, newer windows, and a completely rebuilt garage featuring an impressive 12-foot ceiling and a brand-new rooftop deck above the garage. Enjoy the outdoor space with a charming brick patio in the rear yard, perfect for entertaining or relaxing. With significant updates already completed and tremendous potential to add even more value, this property is a fantastic opportunity to own a versatile two-flat in Chicago!

Full Property Details for 5548 N Major Ave

General

  • Price: $689,000
  • Taxes: $9,249 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12798118
  • Updated: 10/31/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Upper - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

  • Other Features: Commuter Bus, Interstate Access

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached

Location

  • Area: CHI - Jefferson Park
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Jefferson
  • Driving Directions: N Central Ave to W Bryn Mawr Ave, then to N Major Ave.

School Information

  • School District: 299
  • Elem School District: 299
  • Midd School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Hitch Elementary School
  • Middle School: Hitch Elementary School
  • High School: Taft High School
  • Private School: Taft High School

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2024

Unit Information

  • Units in Building: 2

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Garage(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Standard Chicago Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 25 x 127
  • Zoning: MULTI

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1957
  • Tax Amount: $9,249.69
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 13082060400000

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Schools serving 5548 N Major Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299
NameGradesDistance
Farnsworth Elementary School
5414 North Linder Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630
PK-80.3 mi
Taft High School
6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
9-121.1 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5548 N Major Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
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10/31/2026
Listed
$689,000
72.25%
MLS
9/28/2018
Sold
$400,000
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Tax History for 5548 N Major Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$8,445
—
$47,000
17%
2023
$8,445
3%
$40,003
—
2022
$8,233
2%
$40,003
—
2021
$8,049
4%
$40,003
15%
2020
$7,732
-2%
$34,687
-12%
2019
$7,924
11%
$39,418
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2018
$7,112
24%
$39,418
31%
2017
$5,730
-8%
$29,977
-11%
2016
$6,213
10%
$33,501
—
2015
$5,662
5%
$33,501
6%
2014
$5,387
2%
$31,581
—
2013
$5,269
-18%
$31,581
-12%
2012
$6,463
—
$35,989
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5548 N Major Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630 (MLS# 12798118) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 4 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 5548 N Major Avenue is currently listed for $689,000 and was received on October 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 5548 N Major Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-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.

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