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RARE FIND-MUCH MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE! Surprisingly spacious and filled with distinctive features, this home offers four large upstairs bedrooms, a flexible first-floor bedroom or den, a one-of-a-kind ship-inspired finished basement, and an exceptional nearly 800 sq. ft. garage with workshop space.The main level includes a welcoming living area with a wood-burning fireplace, a spacious eat-in kitchen, and a versatile room currently used as a den. Located next to a full bath, the den could easily serve as a first-floor bedroom, guest room, or home office. The kitchen offers a comfortable breakfast area, abundant cabinet and counter space, and direct access to a spacious porch-perfect for relaxing and extending everyday living outdoors. Upstairs, you'll find four generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with its own private full bath. A hall bathroom serves the additional bedrooms, providing plenty of space and convenience for family and guests. The basement is truly one of a kind! Designed with the look and feel of a ship, this memorable entertaining space features a custom wet bar, newer powder room, recreation area, storage and laundry space, and newer vinyl flooring. It's a fun and distinctive space you simply won't find in an ordinary home. Outside, enjoy the spacious porch, large backyard deck, and another major standout-the exceptional garage. Offering nearly 800 sq. ft., extra-high ceilings, workshop space, and its own electrical panel, this garage is far beyond a typical 2.5-car garage. With approximately the square footage of two standard 2-car garages, it offers incredible possibilities for a car enthusiast, hobbyist, contractor, or anyone needing substantial storage or workspace. The driveway extends from the street all the way to the alley, adding even more convenience and functionality. Unexpectedly spacious, incredibly versatile, and full of character, this is a home you truly need to see to appreciate. Located on a quiet residential street near Harlem & Irving Plaza, it offers a rare combination of living space, flexibility, outdoor enjoyment, storage, and truly unique features that are hard to find.
| Address |
3831 N Octavia Avenue
Chicago, IL 60634 |
| Listing Status | NEW |
| Asking Price | $447,078 |
| On Market Date | $447,078 @ Oct 2, 2026 |
| Square Footage | 2898 sf |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft | 2097 |
| Assessor Square Footage | 1056 |
| Attic | Pull Down Stair |
| Dining Room | Combined w/ FamRm |
| Main Sq Ft | 1042 |
| Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft | 2097 |
| Total Sq Ft | 2097 |
| Upper Sq Ft | 1055 |
| Bathrooms Total Integer | 4 |
| Beds | 5 |
| Est SF | 2,898 |
| Full Bathrooms | 3 |
| Fireplace Location | Living Room |
| Laundry YN | 0 |
| Living Area Source | Plans |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 0 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 0 |
| Half Bathrooms | 1 |
| Rooms Total | 8 |
| Serchbl Rms | Bedroom 5,Utility Room-Lower Level |
| Tot Bds | 0 |
| East | 0 |
| North | 3831 |
| Rural (Y/N) | N |
| South | 0 |
| West | 7300 |
| Addr Drctn | N |
| Address | 3831 N Octavia Avenue |
| Addr Number | 3831 |
| Addr Street | Octavia |
| Add Srch Num | 0 |
| City | Chicago |
| Dir | Addison to Octavia go north to home |
| Elementary School | Bridge Elementary School |
| Elementary School URL | 299 |
| Geo Latitude | 0 |
| Geo Longitude | 0 |
| Geo Match Code | 0 |
| Geo Matched Method | 0 |
| Geo Quality | 0 |
| Geo Zoom Level | 0 |
| High School | Steinmetz Academic Centre Senior |
| High School District | 299 |
| Middle Or Junior School District | 299 |
| Middle School | Bridge Elementary School |
| Neighborhd | DUNNING |
| State | IL |
| Street Suffix | Avenue |
| Township | Jefferson |
| Waterfront YN | No |
| Zip | 60634 |
| Board Number | 2 |
| Special Assessments | N |
| Assessments YN | 0 |
| Association Dues 2 | 0 |
| Association Fee2 | 0 |
| Association Fee Frequency | Not Applicable |
| Association YN | 0 |
| HOA Fee | $0.00 |
| Electric Expense | 0 |
| Fuel Expense | 0 |
| Gross Income | 0 |
| Insurance Expense | 0 |
| Land Lease YN | No |
| Lease Amount | 0 |
| Maintenance Expense | 0 |
| Manager Expense | 0 |
| Net Operating Income | 0 |
| Omt | 0 |
| Other Expense | 0 |
| Professional Management Expense | 0 |
| Property Currently Being Leased | No |
| Special Service Area | N |
| Tax Exemptions | Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze |
| Tax Annual Amount | $3,108.16 |
| Tax Year | 2,025 |
| Trash Expense | 0 |
| Water Sewer Expense | 0 |
| Seller Consider Concession YN | 0 |
| Concessions Amount | 0 |
| Sold Price | 0 |
| Exterior Building Type | Aluminum Siding |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.0996 |
| Lot Sz | 4340 |
| Patio YN | 0 |
| Pool Private YN | 0 |
| Property Attached YN | No |
| Style | Detached Single |
| Total Stories | 0 |
| Lot Size Area | 0 |
| Horse YN | No |
| Attached Garage YN | No |
| Carport Spaces | 0 |
| Number Remotes | 0 |
| Parking Features | Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage |
| Parking Garage Spaces | 2.5 |
| Parking Total | 2.5 |
| Parking YN | 0 |
| Garage YN | No |
| Carport YN | No |
| Basement Bathrooms (Y/N) | Yes |
| Bedrooms (Below Grade) | 0 |
| Basement | Finished,Full |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Basement YN | No |
| Additional Parcels YN | No |
| Appliances | Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer |
| Appliances YN | 0 |
| Association Fee Includes | None |
| Complx Ftrs | Sidewalks,Street Lights |
| Cooling | Central Air,Wall Unit(s) |
| Cooling YN | 0 |
| Disability Access and/or Equipped | No |
| Electric | 100 Amp Service |
| Fireplace | 1 |
| FP | Wood Burning |
| General Information | None |
| Heat Eqpmnt | Natural Gas,Forced Air |
| Heating YN | 0 |
| Keyword | 0 |
| New Construction YN | No |
| Number Of Units Total | 0 |
| Sewer Septc | Public Sewer |
| Sprinklers YN | 0 |
| View YN | 0 |
| Water | Lake Michigan,Public |
| Well Depth | 0 |
| Well Gallons Per Minute | 0 |
| Well Pump Horsepower | 0 |
| Well Report YN | 0 |
| Window Features | Skylight(s) |
| Age | 100+ Years |
| Built Before 1978 (Y/N) | Yes |
| Rebuilt (Y/N) | No |
| Rehab (Y/N) | No |
| Yr Blt | 1,925 |
| Broker Owned/Interest (Y/N) | No |
| Ownership | Fee Simple |
| Possession | Negotiable |
| LA1 First Nm | Lena |
| LA1 Last Nam | Bondar |
| List Agent Full Name | Lena Bondar |
| Timeline | Notes |
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| County | Cook |
| Tax PIN | 12242150420000 |
| Property Tax | $3,108 for the year 2025 |
| Lake Michigan Distance | 8.4 miles |
| Platform | MRED |
| AOR | |
| MLS Number | MRD12771660 |
| Courtesy of |
https://www.chicagotopcondos.com/MRD12771660
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