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Property Description
Updated legal 2-flat in Jefferson Park with a finished English Garden Unit. Both legal units feature 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, spacious layouts with separate dining areas and additional kitchen dining space, recessed lighting, and updated kitchens with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinetry. Unit 1 is leased for $2,650/month and Unit 2 for $2,400/month, generating $5,050/month or $60,600 annually. Unit 1 rent includes electricity, gas/heat, water, trash, landscaping, and one garage parking space. Unit 2 rent includes electricity and water. The finished basement is currently vacant and offers 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath, with estimated rental potential of approximately $2,300/month, subject to applicable laws, zoning, approvals, and permitted use. If legally approved for rental use, potential gross income could reach approximately $7,250/month or $87,000 annually. 2024-2025 improvements include a new roof and windows, updated kitchens and bathrooms, tuckpointing, and improvements to the garage-top deck. Additional features include rear decks, shared outdoor space, and coin-operated laundry. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, transportation, parks, and neighborhood amenities. Excellent opportunity for an investor, owner-occupant, or multi-generational household.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5759 N Elston Ave
General
- Price: $769,000
- Taxes: $10,594 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12777301
- Updated: 10/5/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
- Bathroom Features: No Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 8
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Roof Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Jefferson Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: From N Milwaukee Ave & N Elston Ave, head SE on N Elston Ave toward the property. Continue SE on N Elston Ave to 5759 N Elston Ave. The property will be along N Elston Ave.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Farnsworth Elementary School
- Middle School: Farnsworth Elementary School
- High School: Taft High School
- Private School: Taft High School
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
- Windows: Screens
- Year Built: 1983
- Remodeled/Updated: 2024
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 3
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Zoning: MULTI
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1983
- Tax Amount: $10,594.27
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13054150200000
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Schools
Schools serving 5759 N Elston Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Farnsworth Elementary School 5414 North Linder Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630 | PK-8 | 0.5 mi |
Taft High School 6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5759 N Elston Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/05/2026
Listed
$769,000
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 5759 N Elston Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$9,085
—
$51,001
4%
2023
$9,085
3%
$49,003
—
2022
$8,818
58%
$49,003
—
2021
$5,580
-3%
$49,003
51%
2020
$5,758
—
$32,395
-12%
2019
$5,741
2%
$36,813
—
2018
$5,654
-7%
$36,813
-6%
2017
$6,054
-5%
$39,207
—
2016
$6,382
4%
$39,207
—
2015
$6,134
1%
$39,207
3%
2014
$6,082
—
$38,043
—
2013
$6,104
1%
$38,043
—
2012
$6,064
—
$38,043
—
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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5759 N Elston Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646 (MLS# 12777301) is a Multi-Family property with 3 units containing 8 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 5759 N Elston Avenue is currently listed for $769,000 and was received on October 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 5759 N Elston 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.
