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$599,900

5227 Berteau Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641
5 Beds3 Baths2,483 sqft5 days
5227 Berteau Avenue·Chicago, IL 60641
5Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
2,483Sq Ft
1911Year Built
About This Home

This stunning Portage Park bungalow is the perfect blend of timeless character and modern-day comfort. From the moment you enter, beautiful arched doorways lead you into a spacious, sun-drenched living room filled with natural light. The elegant dining room showcases coffered wood beamed ceilings, a charming nod to the home's original craftsmanship, while gleaming hardwood floors run throughout the main level. A convenient first-floor bedroom and full bath offer flexibility for guests, a home office, or additional bedroom. Special touches include solid wood doors throughout the home. The chef's kitchen is sure to impress with custom built-ins, stainless steel appliances, including a double oven and a generous eat-in area perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Completing the first floor is an incredible mudroom just off the kitchen, providing both functionality and extra customized storage. The second floor features four generously sized bedrooms. The upstairs full bath features heated floors for extra comfort. Whether you need five true bedrooms or prefer a combination of bedrooms, home offices, guest accommodations, or creative flex space, this home easily adapts to your needs. The full basement boasts impressive 7.5-foot ceilings, presenting an incredible opportunity to create additional living space, a recreation room, home gym, or workshop. Outside, the expansive, lush backyard provides the perfect setting for relaxing, entertaining family and friends, enjoying the organic vegetable garden and the two-car garage adds everyday convenience. Ideally situated in the heart of vibrant Portage Park, this exceptional home is just moments from beautiful parks, highly regarded schools, restaurants, shopping, public transit, and everything this sought-after community has to offer.

MLS# 12711312Listed July 23, 2026ResidentialBungalow
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms5
Total Bathrooms3
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Total Rooms10

Size & Structure

Living Area2,483 sqft
Garage Spaces2
Fireplaces1
Year Built1911
Lot Size30 X 126

Location

CountyCook
TownshipJefferson
Zip Code60641

Financial

List Price$599,900
Price / Sq Ft$242
Annual Taxes (2024)$7,374
Monthly Tax Est.$615
Parcel #13163180110000
Interior Features

Appliances

Double OvenRangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalOven

Flooring

Hardwood

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

Partially FinishedFull

Fireplace

Decorative
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Brick

Roof

Asphalt
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake MichiganPublic

Electric

200+ Amp Service

Parking

Garage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$7,374
Tax Year 2024
Monthly Tax Est.
$615
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$242
per square foot
Property Location

5227 Berteau Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 — Cook County

$599,900
$242 / sqft
5227 Berteau Avenue
5 bd3 ba2,483 sqft
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
5 days on market
2-car garage
1 fireplace
30 X 126
$7,374/yr taxes
$3,767
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$3,153/mo
Property Tax
$615/mo
$599,900
20% — $119,980
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$479,920
Down Payment
$119,980

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Baird & Warner
Agent: Diane Vanna
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