5042 N MELVINA Avenue
Chicago, IL, 60630 $ 525,000
Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Sq 3,200 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,626
for $525,000 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This home is 3,200 square feet.
Beautiful Jefferson Park home offering vintage character, thoughtful updates, flexible living space, and incredible storage! Situated on a quiet residential street near shopping, restaurants, and Austin Foster Park. This large brick home welcomes you with a landscaped front yard and charming porch. Inside, hardwood floors and oversized wood crown molding add classic character. (The living rooms and dining rooms were opened in 2017, creating an inviting flow with plenty of space for entertaining and a large dining table!) The eat-in kitchen features stainless appliances, including a large-capacity refrigerator and convection oven/range. The main level also offers 2 generously sized bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, plus a rear sunroom ideal for a home office, playroom, or additional living space. The finished basement provides even more room with a large family/rec room, bedroom #3, full bath with oversized shower, spacious laundry room with utility sink, and abundant storage! A STANDOUT FEATURE is the huge 38' x 22' walk-up attic, offering exceptional potential for 2 additional bedrooms + 1 bath to become a 5 bedroom and 3 bath home! Additional highlights include a whole-house audio system with independent room controls, newer central air, oversized gutters, a 2.5 car garage with excellent storage, and a brick paver patio for outdoor entertaining. Original hardwood flooring remains beneath portions of the existing flooring, offering additional restoration potential. With generous room sizes, extensive storage, flexible living areas, a finished basement, and tremendous attic potential, 5042 N. Melvina offers a unique opportunity in Jefferson Park!
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 3200
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas Electric Forced Air Baseboard
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Appliances Range Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer Disposal
HOA Fee 0
Garage Spaces 2.5
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style English
Construction Materials Brick
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township Jefferson
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Gated
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Contingency Attorney/Inspection
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status Contingent
Directions NAGLE TO HIGGINS EAST SOUTH TO HOME!
High School Taft High School
City Chicago
High School District 299
MLS Area CHI - Jefferson Park
Elementary School Garvy Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 5734
Middle/Junior High School Garvy Elementary School
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Virtual Tour https://real.vision/5042-north-melvina-avenue?o=u
Standard Status Active Under Contract
Middle/Junior School District 299
Elementary School District 299
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InteriorInterior Amenities Vaulted Ceiling(s) 1st Floor Bedroom 1st Floor Full Bath Built-in Features Walk-In Closet(s)
Basement Finished Full
Flooring Hardwood
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Common Area
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 1107
Room Type Sun Room Attic Storage
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 3
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ExteriorParking Features Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan Public
Total Parking 2.5
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 30X125
Waterfront Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList By@Properties Christie's International Real EstateBroker
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Affordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,626
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $478
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 7.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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919895 Elementary School
919895 Middle School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 9/17/2026 | $525,000 | | Listed Price |