This beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is move-in ready, featuring refinished hardwood floors throughout. As you enter, the sunny living area flows seamlessly into the spacious dining room, creating a perfect space for entertaining. The updated bathroom boasts new tile and a charming vanity, maintaining the home's character. The eat-in kitchen offers freshly painted cabinetry, newer countertops and a large walk-in pantry. Three generously sized bedrooms provide plenty of space for work from home/office, plus a heated porch that can serve as a cozy family room or den. The huge unfinished basement, with excellent ceiling height, and additional attic space offer great potential for expansion. The private backyard leads to a 2-car alley garage. Key updates include newly installed central air (2015), a newer roof (2013), and updated electrical (2015) and water heater (2018). Conveniently located with easy access to transportation, parks, and entertainment, this home is truly a gem!
Closed
$280,000
524 N Drake Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
3beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
3,720 Square Feet Lot
$287,900 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,800 Estimated rent
Home value
$287,900
$259,000 - $320,000
$1,800/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 01, 2025 at 09:36am
Listing courtesy of:
Jacqueline Alter 312-836-4263,
Redfin Corporation
Bought with:
Andrea Allen
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12314879
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X21
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X18
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X4
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 3,720 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 16112160190000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2025 | Sold | $280,000-3.1% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12314879 | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Pending sale | $289,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12314879 | ||
| 4/2/2025 | Contingent | $289,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12314879 | ||
| 3/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $289,000+194.9% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12314879 | ||
| 10/21/2015 | Sold | $98,000 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09006237 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,912 +5.1% | $15,000 |
| 2022 | $1,819 +0.4% | $15,000 |
| 2021 | $1,811 +82.6% | $15,000 +49.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: East Garfield Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Ward L Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Orr Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 299
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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