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Property Description
Experience the perfect blend of luxury and convenience in this stunning Norwood Park home. Built in 2012 and thoughtfully maintained and updated, every detail is designed to elevate your everyday living. Step inside and immediately feel the openness with an extra-wide layout flooded with natural light, soaring ceilings on every level, and rich architectural details like curved arches, statement cutouts, and a grand staircase that anchors the main floor. The living room's oversized windows frame the tree-lined street and flow seamlessly into the chef's kitchen, a true showstopper featuring Viking Professional stainless steel appliances, new Bosch dishwasher, granite countertops, and a generous island with seating perfect for gatherings. A deck just off the kitchen invites effortless indoor-outdoor entertaining with space for grilling, dining, or simply enjoying the spacious yard. Upstairs, the luxury primary suite feels like a retreat with tray ceilings, a custom walk-in closet, and a spa-like ensuite offering a dual-sink vanity, jetted tub, and walk-in shower. Two additional bedrooms are bright and airy, sharing an updated hall bath with another dual-sink vanity and walk-in shower. Convenience continues with second floor laundry featuring an LG washer and dryer. The lower level is designed for entertaining, featuring radiant flooring throughout, impressive 9' ceilings, a wet bar with wine and beverage fridges, and a custom entertainment system with surround sound, a 120" projection screen, and AV rack ($15,000 upgrade). An additional room with ensuite is ideal for guests, home gym, play room or office. Outside, enjoy the extra wide lot with a 2.5-car garage, low-maintenance turf yard, and professional landscaping, as well as the unparalleled longevity of a slate roof. More updates include a newer composite front porch (2021), portico (2018), and numerous updates throughout, including a NEW NTI boiler (2016), and upgraded mechanicals for peace of mind. Perfectly situated near the Blue Line and Metra access, I-90/I-94, top-rated Taft High School, parks, restaurants and shopping, this home offers both luxury and lifestyle in one incredible package. Welcome home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5859 N Melvina Ave
General
- Sold For: $695,000
- Taxes: $9,639 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12485239
- Added to Site: 100 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink, Full Body Spray Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Norwood Park
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Peterson west to Melvina, south on Melvina
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- Elementary School: Hitch Elementary School
- High School: William Howard Taft High School
- Private School: William Howard Taft High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Fiber Cement
- Exterior Const.: Fiber Cement
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Slate
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,417
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 2005
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0861
- Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 2005
- Tax Amount: $9,639.67
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13053130030000
Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold by Fathom Realty IL LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 5859 N Melvina Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hitch Elementary School 5625 North McVicker Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646 | PK-8 | 0.3 mi |
Taft High School 6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | 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 5859 N Melvina Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/17/2025
Sold
$695,000
0.72%
MLS
10/08/2025
Listed
$690,000
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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.
5859 N Melvina Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646 (MLS# 12485239) is a Single Family property that was sold at $695,000 on November 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 5859 N Melvina 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.

