$375,000

beds

baths

1,461

square ft

4943 W School Street

Chicago, Illinois 60641

Closed / MLS #12191504 / Single Family / Portage Park

Listing information updated 3/26/2025 at 5:23pm

Stunning completely updated two flat Victorian Cottage with partially original Chicago style woodwork & extra privacy as the house itself is located deep in the property lot on a quiet street. Standard Chicago lot with lovely flagstone patio and 3 large parking spaces in the back. 200 AMP electrical service allows you to charge any electric vehicle including Tesla. Step into the foyer and marvel at the gorgeous walnut stained solid white oak hardwood floors, custom stairs & railing, cathedral ceiling with original Chicago style crown molding & original Tiffany style stained glass chandelier. This property offers a very comfortable open space layout. First and second floor bedrooms offer enchanting and relaxing view of lovely pine trees and have plenty of light coming through multiple large windows with custom trim. Five closets with custom organizers offer enough space for any wardrobe size. All bedrooms easily fit queen bed or larger & the second floor master bedroom has extra space for nursery/play space. Spacious and sunny second floor family room and separate first floor dining/living room offers plenty of space for any family gathering. Two kitchens with warm wood custom cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel sinks with disposals, Grohe faucets and two sets of identical stainless steel appliances including two dishwashers provide you with additional options for any season or occasion. Each kitchen offers very large and well organized custom walk in pantries. Two full bathrooms with custom vanities and Grohe faucets offer large bathtubs with custom ceramic walls, floors and granite countertops. This house was professionally remodeled & painted by owner carpenter in 2017 with newer roof freshly sealed, newer windows, re-piped plumbing, rewired electrical, new fiberglass insulation, heating/cooling system, concrete sidewalk, parking area. New water meter, new gas line and meter as well as inspection of the main drain done by Peoples Gas. Main sewer was checked with a camera and it is perfect condition. New electric smart meter and new main line was done by Comed. Ready concrete foundation on the back waiting for you to build the garage. Property require very low maintenance with high efficiency furnace and zoned central heat/cooling system that can work separate on each floor. The cost of maintaining the house is around 500.00 monthly including taxes, insurance, electricity, gas, water. First floor laundry room/closet with full size washer and dryer offers your family a complete accommodation for a busy city lifestyle. Great school district with 7/10 Falconer Elementary School & Intrinsic Middle/High School are both within 5 min walking distance as well as multiple parks, coffee, retail and public transportation options including CTA bus/train and Metra. This property is a perfect fully updated move in ready large single family home with summer kitchen, also great for in-law-arrangement or two separate units. It is one of the kind, so do not miss this amazing opportunity to own a unique piece of Chicago.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Slab

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Space/s - Alley Access,Rear/Side Entry

Parking Spaces:

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,461

Lot Size:

Standard Chicago Lot

Acreage:

0.25

Internal Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Pantry

Room Information

Living Room:

18x11 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

13x13 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

18x11 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

18x8 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

18x11 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Kitchen- 2nd:

20x14 - Second Level

Foyer:

12x6 - Main Level

Laundry:

5x4 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$4,644

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60641

City:

Chicago

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

299

Elementary School:

Falconer Elementary School

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Full Features Room Information Taxes & Assessments Location Schools

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Slab

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Space/s - Alley Access,Rear/Side Entry

Parking Spaces:

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,461

Lot Size:

Standard Chicago Lot

Acreage:

0.25

Internal Features:

Cathedral Ceiling(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Pantry

Listing Office: Core Realty & Investments Inc.

Listing Office Phone: 224.235.4336

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