A meticulously renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home (with potential for a 3rd bedroom) that seamlessly blends classic Chicago charm with contemporary luxury. This turnkey property showcases gleaming hardwood floors, sophisticated dark trim, and a spectacular chef's kitchen featuring white shaker cabinetry, stunning marble-look waterfall countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a dramatic oversized range hood. The spa-inspired bathrooms boast floor-to-ceiling marble tile and modern fixtures, while charming stained glass windows and custom built-ins with a decorative fireplace mantel add character throughout. The finished attic provides exceptional additional living space with vaulted ceilings, perfect for a home office or guest suite, and the full finished basement offers endless possibilities for recreation or storage. Located in the West Elsdon neighborhood on Chicago's Southwest Side, you're minutes from Midway Airport with easy access to downtown, local parks, shopping, and diverse dining. With a spacious deck for outdoor entertaining, 2-car garage, and every modern amenity in place, this completely renovated home requires absolutely nothing-just move in and start living!
Active
$399,000
5526 S Albany Ave, Chicago, IL 60629
2beds
1,034sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
3,750 Square Feet Lot
$393,000 Zestimate®
$386/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Modern fixturesSophisticated dark trimFull finished basementFloor-to-ceiling marble tileSpa-inspired bathroomsGleaming hardwood floorsStunning marble-look waterfall countertops
- 56 days |
- 326 |
- 10 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 18, 2026 at 10:07pm
Listing courtesy of:
Sonia Anaya 773-965-4618,
America Real Estate,
Gilberto Arreola Jr,
America Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12539533
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Attic
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Other
- Level: Attic
- Area: 644 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 46X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Dormer,Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,034 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Other
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 3,750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X125
Details
- Parcel number: 19131010280000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $386/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $169,990
- Annual tax amount: $3,606
- Date on market: 1/13/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$393,000
$373,000 - $413,000
$1,807/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,000+166%$386/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12539533 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2023 | Sold | $150,000+7.1%$145/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11716519 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2023 | Contingent | $140,000$135/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11716519 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $140,000$135/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11716519 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,606 +2.6% | $16,999 |
| 2022 | $3,516 +2.9% | $16,999 |
| 2021 | $3,418 +30.7% | $16,999 +45.8% |
| 2020 | $2,615 -1.3% | $11,661 -11% |
| 2019 | $2,649 +1.7% | $13,103 |
| 2018 | $2,605 +6.7% | $13,103 +16.3% |
| 2017 | $2,442 +7.5% | $11,268 |
| 2016 | $2,272 +9.2% | $11,268 |
| 2015 | $2,080 | $11,268 +4% |
| 2014 | -- | $10,834 |
| 2013 | -- | $10,834 |
| 2012 | -- | $10,834 -33.3% |
| 2011 | $58 +10.6% | $16,246 |
| 2010 | $53 +6.5% | $16,246 |
| 2009 | $49 -34.7% | $16,246 -14.4% |
| 2008 | $76 -41.3% | $18,968 |
| 2007 | $129 -5.8% | $18,968 |
| 2006 | $137 -25.2% | $18,968 +56.3% |
| 2005 | $183 -5.6% | $12,136 |
| 2004 | $194 -26.4% | $12,136 |
| 2003 | $264 -11.6% | $12,136 +32.7% |
| 2002 | $298 -6.6% | $9,146 |
| 2001 | $320 -8.8% | $9,146 |
| 2000 | $350 | $9,146 +11.7% |
| 1999 | $350 | $8,190 |
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Est. payment
$2,580/mo
Principal & interest
$1918
Property taxes
$662
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Gage Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Sandoval Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Hernandez Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Solorio Acad 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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