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Property Description
Located on the border of Jefferson Park, Portage Park, and Harwood Heights, this beautifully preserved 1955 brick ranch is a love letter to midcentury modern living. Clean lines, an iconic facade, and thoughtful updates make this home a rare find for design enthusiasts. The main level offers a spacious living and dining area, a fully updated kitchen, two bedrooms, and a refreshed full bath. The carpeted areas can remain for comfort or be removed to reveal the beautiful hardwood floors already visible in the kitchen and hall closet. The full, finished basement features new midcentury-style tile flooring and freshly painted walls-an inviting space ready for your ideas. From the basement or main level, access the attached, direct entry one-car garage, a rare convenience in the neighborhood. Step outside to a large concrete patio and a generous backyard enclosed by a brand new fence-perfect for summer barbecues and outdoor entertaining. The current owner has completed several major upgrades, including a new electrical panel, flood control system, landscaping, kitchen appliances, and more. Commuting is easy with the 81W bus stop just a few houses away, offering connections to Blue Line stations and Metra. I-90 is minutes away for quick access downtown, to O'Hare, or to the suburbs. Come see this wonderful home today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6139 W Gunnison St
General
- Price: $475,000
- Taxes: $5,032 (2024)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12636576
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: Granite Counters
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 2
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Electric
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Portage Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: Gunnison and Melvina/Moody between Nagle and Austin.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Garvy Elementary School
- Middle School: Garvy Elementary School
- High School: Taft High School
- Private School: Taft High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
- Onsite: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt, Tar/Gravel
- Windows: Drapes
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,033
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1955
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2016
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 32 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1955
- Tax Amount: $5,032.12
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13171010610000
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Schools
Schools serving 6139 W Gunnison St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Garvy J Elementary School 5225 North Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60656 | PK-8 | 0.9 mi |
Taft High School 6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 6139 W Gunnison St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$5,279
—
$29,000
—
2023
$5,279
3%
$28,999
—
2022
$5,120
2%
$28,999
—
2021
$5,028
-13%
$28,999
-2%
2020
$5,781
-14%
$29,674
-11%
2019
$6,699
2%
$33,342
—
2018
$6,586
41%
$33,342
53%
2017
$4,677
7%
$21,725
—
2016
$4,351
9%
$21,725
—
2015
$3,981
19%
$21,725
5%
2014
$3,356
-5%
$20,655
-6%
2013
$3,521
1%
$21,988
—
2012
$3,498
—
$21,988
—
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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6139 W Gunnison Street, Chicago, IL 60630 (MLS# 12636576) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 6139 W Gunnison Street is currently listed for $475,000 and was received on May 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 6139 W Gunnison Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Portage Park? You can browse all Portage Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

