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Property Description
Living in Norwood Park offers a unique lifestyle where you get quiet, tree-lined streets without sacrificing a fast commute to downtown or O'Hare via the nearby Metra and I-90. This solid brick ranch is perfectly situated near the forest preserve trails and local favorites like Rosedale Park. You'll have a great spot for summer gatherings on the private back deck and a fenced yard that provides a rare sense of privacy for the city. The main floor features refinished hardwoods and an updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances. While the mid-century layout is cozy, the finished basement provides a massive amount of flexible space for a home office, gym, or extra hobby rooms. It's a well-built, reliable house that gives you modern comforts in one of the city's most stable and walkable neighborhoods.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6217 W Peterson Ave
General
- Price: $375,000
- Taxes: $6,027 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12589040
- Updated: 4/13/2026
- Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Norwood Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: Peterson Ave East of Nagle Ave and West of Central Ave. (Located on the South side of the street)
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Wildwood Elementary School
- Middle School: Wildwood 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, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 960
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1957
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 3250
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1957
- Tax Amount: $6,027.22
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 13053030040000
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Schools
Schools serving 6217 W Peterson Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Onahan Elementary School 6634 West Raven Street, Chicago, IL 60631 | PK-8 | 0.6 mi |
Taft High School 6530 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 6217 W Peterson Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/07/2026
Listed
$375,000
23.76%
MLS
9/04/2021
Sold
$303,000
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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 6217 W Peterson Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$5,984
—
$30,000
6%
2023
$5,984
3%
$28,362
—
2022
$5,834
16%
$28,362
—
2021
$5,034
-9%
$28,362
2%
2020
$5,530
—
$27,927
-10%
2019
$5,545
2%
$31,031
—
2018
$5,451
14%
$31,031
21%
2017
$4,789
3%
$25,622
—
2016
$4,632
4%
$25,622
-5%
2015
$4,462
-5%
$26,971
-3%
2014
$4,688
2%
$27,833
—
2013
$4,584
1%
$27,833
—
2012
$4,547
—
$27,833
—
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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6217 W Peterson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646 (MLS# 12589040) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 6217 W Peterson Avenue is currently listed for $375,000 and was received on April 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 6217 W Peterson 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.

