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Property Description
Magnificent Cape Cod in a prime location, beautifully maintained and truly move-in ready! The sun-filled living and dining rooms feature charming bay windows and beautiful hardwood floors that continue throughout the home. The custom kitchen boasts quartz countertops and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. The main level also offers a comfortable bedroom and an updated full bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space. The finished basement provides additional living and entertaining space with ceramic tile flooring, a fully updated bathroom, laundry room, and abundant storage. Additional highlights include newer (2023) central air conditioning compressor and hot water tank, newer windows and millwork, upgraded wood trim and carpentry, expert flood-control system, and an oversized 1 1/2-car garage with a new door and opener. This exceptional home is in mint condition and ready for its new owner!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5659 N Olcott Ave
General
- Price: $599,900
- Taxes: $6,061 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12747346
- Updated: 9/1/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, R
- Interior Features: Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1.5
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Norwood Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: Bryn Mar Avenue N to Osceola Avenue, left to Olcott
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Rec/Family Area, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,400
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1945
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 74 x 120 x 25 x 99
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Landscaped, Pie Shaped Lot
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1945
- Tax Amount: $6,061.34
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 12014210030000
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Schools
Schools serving 5659 N Olcott Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edison Park Elementary School 6220 North Olcott Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | PK-8 | 0.7 mi |
Taft High School 6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 5659 N Olcott Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/31/2026
Listed
$599,900
63.02%
MLS
8/15/2024
Sold
$368,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5659 N Olcott Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,582
—
$36,000
12%
2023
$3,582
-1%
$32,000
—
2022
$3,602
5%
$32,000
—
2021
$3,429
-3%
$32,000
16%
2020
$3,539
—
$27,551
-9%
2019
$3,528
2%
$30,276
—
2018
$3,475
-7%
$30,276
23%
2017
$3,721
-9%
$24,688
—
2016
$4,087
-3%
$24,688
-13%
2015
$4,204
1%
$28,274
5%
2014
$4,168
2%
$26,868
—
2013
$4,067
—
$26,868
—
2012
$4,054
—
$26,868
—
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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5659 N Olcott Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 (MLS# 12747346) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5659 N Olcott Avenue is currently listed for $599,900 and was received on August 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 5659 N Olcott Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Norwood Park? You can browse all Norwood Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

