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Property Description
Conveniently located where I-90 and I-94 split, right on Elston Ave, where Milwaukee Ave connects. Great location for street-level retail with grand storefront windows, situated between Jefferson Park and Norwood Park. This space offers a beautifully-renovated 1,200 sq ft of retail/office space with an open floorplan, a back office and nicely-updated kitchenette, bathroom, and shower. Includes a fully-finished basement and garage parking for $1,350/month. 2 residential units on 2nd floor are rented for $1,400/month and $1,450/month, on month-to-month leases.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5959 N Elston Ave
General
- Price: $550,000
- Taxes: $7,032 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12621498
Interior
- Interior Features: Private Restroom(s), Storage Inside, Basement
- Flooring: Vinyl
Location
- Area: CHI - Jefferson Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: north/south on Elston Ave to property, just south to Austin Ave.
- Location Details: Chicago Northwest, Mixed-Use Area
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Gas
Utilities
- Onsite: Electricity to Site, Natural Gas Available, Water Available
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Rubber
- Sub-Flooring: Vinyl
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 2,977
- Current Bldg. Use: Commercial
- Year Built: 1939
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,125
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 126
- Frontage: City Street
- Drainage: Drain Tiles
- Potential Use: Commercial, Conditional Use, Office, Retail, Special Use, Other
- Zoning: MULTI
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale Only
- Assessment Year: 1939
- Tax Amount: $7,032.02
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tenant Pays: Air Conditioning, Electricity, Heat, Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 13054000080000
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Schools
Schools serving 5959 N Elston Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hitch Elementary School 5625 North McVicker Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646 | PK-8 | 0.4 mi |
Taft High School 6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 5959 N Elston Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,670
3%
$31,614
—
2022
$6,502
-3%
$31,614
-5%
2021
$6,723
15%
$33,435
27%
2020
$5,846
-2%
$26,241
-12%
2019
$5,991
2%
$29,820
—
2018
$5,890
-17%
$29,820
-9%
2017
$7,074
2%
$32,862
-5%
2016
$6,928
9%
$34,592
—
2015
$6,339
26%
$34,592
27%
2014
$5,038
81%
$27,154
78%
2013
$2,782
-23%
$15,295
-24%
2012
$3,607
—
$20,099
—
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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5959 N Elston Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646 (MLS# 12621498) is a Commercial property. 5959 N Elston Avenue is currently listed for $550,000 and was received on April 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 5959 N Elston Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial 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.

