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Charm, character, and a truly special garden await in this classic Jefferson Park home! From the moment you arrive, the inviting front porch, picket fence, and lush landscaping set this home apart. Step inside to find wonderful vintage details including original woodwork, hardwood floors and classic subway tile. The main level offers a spacious living room and dining room, large kitchen with cabinets galore, bedroom, full bath, and a versatile bonus room perfect for an office, pantry, or playroom. An enclosed back porch provides a convenient mudroom and additional everyday space. Upstairs you'll find two ample-sized bedrooms, a family room, half bath, and an abundance of closet space. The finished basement adds even more living space and features an extensive flood-control system with French drain tile, sump pump, and battery backup. Outside is where this property truly shines. The beautifully established yard is filled with perennials and native plants, creating a peaceful retreat and a gardener's and birdwatcher's dream. All this in a convenient Jefferson Park location with easy access to the Kennedy, CTA Blue Line, Metra, buses, parks, shopping, and dining. Filled with vintage charm and possibilities, this special home is ready for its next chapter. This lovingly maintained home is to be sold as-is condition.
| Address |
5228 N Ludlam Avenue
Chicago, IL 60630 |
| Listing Status | NEW |
| Asking Price | $389,900 |
| On Market Date | $389,900 @ Sep 16, 2026 |
| Original Entry | Sep 16, 2026 |
| Square Footage | 1610 sf |
| Flooring | Hardwood, Laminate |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Full Bathrooms | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Directions | From Elston go West on Ludlam to hom. |
| Neighborhood | JEFFERSON PARK |
| School District | Not Listed |
| Property Type | Fee Simple |
| Assessment | $0 |
| Timeline | Notes |
|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2026 | Listed for $389,900 #MRD12750441 |
| County | Cook |
| Tax PIN | 13091150310000 |
| Property Tax | $6,244 for the year 2025 |
| Lake Michigan Distance | 5.6 miles |
| Style | Detached Single |
| Material | Not Listed |
| Lot Size | 30 x 125 |
| Fencing | Not Listed |
| Topography | Not Listed |
| Swimming Pool | Not Listed |
| Patio | Patio, Screened |
| Parking |
Off Alley
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Detached
Garage
Total Spaces: 1.5
Garage Spaces: 1.5
Non-Garage Spaces:
0 -
|
| View | Not Listed |
| Year Built | 1923 |
| Laundry Location | |
| Elevator | Not Listed |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Forced Air |
| Sewer/Septic | Public Sewer |
| Fireplaces | Not Listed |
| Interior Features | 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Separate Dining Room |
| Additional Parcels | No |
| Appliances | No |
| Assessments | No |
| Association | No |
| Association Fee 2 | 0 |
| Association Fee Frequency | Not Applicable |
| Attached Garage | No |
| Basement | Finished, Full |
| Below Grade Finished Area | 0 |
| Carport Spaces | 0 |
| Cooling | No |
| Heating | No |
| High School District | 299 |
| Land Lease | No |
| Laundry | No |
| Living Area Source | Plans |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 0 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 0 |
| New Construction | No |
| Number Of Units Total | 0 |
| Number Remotes | 0 |
| Parking | No |
| Patio | No |
| Pool Private | No |
| Property Attached | No |
| Sprinklers | No |
| View | No |
| Well Depth | 0 |
| Well Gallons Per Minute | 0 |
| Well Pump Horsepower | 0 |
| Well Report | No |
| Platform | MRED |
| AOR | |
| MLS Number | MRD12750441 |
| Courtesy of | Baird & Warner |
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