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Single family home for sale at 5255 W Belle Plaine Ave, Chicago, IL 60641 | MLS# 12790895 | Listing updated on 2026-10-22
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$1,479,000

Monthly Est:$7,362

  • Beds Icon5 Beds
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    4 Baths
  • Beds Icon3,500sqft

5255 W Belle Plaine Ave, Chicago, IL 60641

$7,362/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1921

  • $-- HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $423/sq.ft

Description

COMING SOON!! ALLOWING SHOWINGS. MASTERFULLY RENOVATED CHICAGO BUNGALOW - EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY, SPACE & MODERN LUXURY! Located on Chicago's North Side, this extraordinary gut-rehabbed bungalow blends timeless architectural character with modern design, premium finishes, and state-of-the-art mechanical systems. Completed with City of Chicago permits and approvals, this impressive home offers approximately 3,500 square feet of finished living space, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a rare oversized 62' x 125' corner lot. The open-concept main level features soaring 10-foot ceilings, abundant natural light, 3-inch hardwood flooring, custom millwork, designer accent walls, and a beautiful fireplace. The spectacular chef's kitchen showcases custom cabinetry, under-cabinet LED lighting, high-end appliances, a beverage refrigerator, and an oversized 10-foot quartz waterfall island with a full-height quartz backsplash. The spacious dining area is perfect for entertaining, while a custom mudroom adds everyday convenience. The second floor features four generously sized bedrooms, a convenient laundry room, and a luxurious primary suite with two closets, including a spacious walk-in closet and built-in wall safe. The spa-inspired ensuite offers heated floors, a steam shower, a freestanding soaking tub, and a TOTO toilet with Washlet. Three additional bedrooms share an expansive hall bathroom. The fully finished, excavated lower level features ceilings up to 8 feet, a fifth bedroom with walk-in closet, full bathroom, second laundry room, custom mudroom, spacious family room with wet bar, a second fireplace, and durable ceramic tile flooring. The finished, drywalled attic provides abundant storage and houses the second furnace. EXTENSIVE UPGRADES INCLUDE dual high-efficiency HVAC systems with whole-house humidifiers and Nest thermostats, tankless water heater, new 200-amp electrical service, new 1.5-inch copper water service, all-new copper supply lines and PVC waste piping, overhead sewer system, interior drain tile, and whole-home spray-foam insulation, including the attic. Additional improvements include ClimateGuard energy-efficient windows, insulated interior walls for enhanced sound control, solid-core doors, custom trim and railings, recessed lighting, and Ring doorbells at both entrances. The exterior features new James Hardie siding and trim, new roof on the house and garage, tuckpointed and professionally stained masonry, new soffits and gutters, professional landscaping, privacy fencing, new concrete sidewalks and front stoop, and a beautiful Trex composite deck. The EV-ready garage features a dedicated electrical circuit. A rare opportunity to own a completely transformed Chicago bungalow offering exceptional craftsmanship, generous living space, modern comfort, and extensive improvements throughout. Classic Chicago character meets today's luxury living! The room sizes are estimated and will be updated next week.

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  • Listing updated: October 22, 2026 at 6:41 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Theodora Karlos | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate (847) 255-3900
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12790895 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Cook County

  • City

    Chicago

  • Neighborhood

    Portage Park

  • Year Built

    1921

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    3,500 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12790895

  • MLS Status

    New

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 5

    Bathrooms: 4

Interior

  • Cooling

    Window Unit(s)

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Heating

    Gas, Radiator(s)

  • Interior Features

    Vaulted Ceiling(s)

  • Flooring

    Hardwood

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1921

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Construction Materials

    Vinyl Siding, Brick

Utilities & Energy

  • Basement

    Finished, Full, Daylight

  • Water Source

    Lake Michigan

  • Fireplace Features

    Electric

  • Parking Features

    Yes, Detached, Garage

  • Laundry Features

    In Unit

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/21/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12790895

Listed for Sale

$1,479,000 +211.37%

$423/sqft

11/12/2025

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12500540

Sold

$475,000 +5.58%

$136/sqft

10/30/2025

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12500540

Contingent (Active Under Contract)

$449,900

$129/sqft

10/24/2025

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12500540

Listed for Sale

$449,900

$129/sqft

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