Welcome to 5353 S Princeton Ave: this home offers comfort, character, and room to make it your own. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for your next investment, this property presents an excellent opportunity. Inside, you'll find a functional layout with comfortable living spaces, generous natural light, and an inviting feel. The lower level provides additional flexible space that can be used to fit your lifestyle; whether you need extra storage, a hobby area, workout space, or room for future possibilities. Outside, you'll enjoy a spacious yard with plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing. Conveniently located near public transportation, expressways, schools, and everyday amenities, this home offers easy access to everything you need. With solid bones, great potential, and endless possibilities to personalize over time, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Schedule your private showing today and imagine the possibilities!
New
$195,000
5353 S Princeton Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
2beds
1,150sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1886
3,125 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous natural lightFunctional layoutComfortable living spacesInviting feel
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- 601
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- 52
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Listed by:
Vikky Kaufman 312-998-7547,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12702617
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,150 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,125 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x125
Details
- Parcel number: 20094170190000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1886
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $40,000
- Annual tax amount: $806
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $195,000+18.2%$170/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2024 | Listing removed | $165,000$143/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12200129 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $165,000+10.1%$143/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12200129 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11959185 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2024 | Listed for sale | $149,900$130/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11959185 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2024 | Contingent | $149,900$130/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11959185 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2024 | Price change | $149,900-3.3%$130/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11959185 Report a problem | ||
| 1/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $155,000+56.6%$135/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11959185 Report a problem | ||
| 1/1/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11893460 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2023 | Listed for sale | $99,000+32%$86/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11893460 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2018 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,100$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2016 | Listing removed | $75,000$65/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/25/2015 | Listed for sale | $75,000-34.8%$65/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2012 | Listing removed | $115,000$100/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hyde Park #07907119 Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/2011 | Listed for sale | $115,000+342.3%$100/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Hyde Park #07907119 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2004 | Sold | $26,000$23/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $4,000 +33.4% |
| 2023 | $635 +2.6% | $2,999 |
| 2022 | $619 +2.3% | $2,999 |
| 2021 | $605 -59.5% | $2,999 -55.3% |
| 2020 | $1,493 -40.3% | $6,702 -46.2% |
| 2019 | $2,501 +1.7% | $12,446 |
| 2018 | $2,459 +52.7% | $12,446 +66.4% |
| 2017 | $1,610 +7.5% | $7,480 |
| 2016 | $1,498 +9.3% | $7,480 |
| 2015 | $1,371 +4.7% | $7,480 +6.1% |
| 2014 | $1,309 +2% | $7,053 |
| 2013 | $1,283 +1.4% | $7,053 |
| 2012 | $1,266 -23.1% | $7,053 -30.6% |
| 2011 | $1,647 -0.4% | $10,163 |
| 2010 | $1,654 +4.4% | $10,163 |
| 2009 | $1,585 +3.1% | $10,163 -5.2% |
| 2008 | $1,537 +1% | $10,716 |
| 2007 | $1,522 -1.1% | $10,716 |
| 2006 | $1,538 +63% | $10,716 +85.5% |
| 2005 | $944 +1% | $5,777 |
| 2004 | $934 +217.2% | $5,777 |
| 2003 | $295 -5.4% | $5,777 +62.5% |
| 2002 | $311 +17.4% | $3,556 |
| 2001 | $265 +38.4% | $3,556 |
| 2000 | $192 -3.8% | $3,556 +42.8% |
| 1999 | $199 | $2,490 |
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Neighborhood: Back of the Yards
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Seward Elementary Communication Arts AcGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Tilden Career Communty Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 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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