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  • $485,000

    5247 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

    4beds
    1,896sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1956
    3,720 Square Feet Lot
    $485,100 Zestimate®
    $256/sqft
    $2,601 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Freshly renovated and move-in ready, this stylish 1950s ranch blends timeless character with thoughtful hip updates-perfectly located near River Park, Budlong Elementary, and Swedish Covenant (Endeavor) Hospital. The sunlit main level features two generous bedrooms and two full baths, including a private en-suite retreat. A wide-open living and dining space is anchored by a sleek electric fireplace and picture windows that flood the room with light. The stunning island kitchen-with sage green cabinetry, butcher block counters, and matte black hardware-feels both current and classic, offering great flow for casual dining or entertaining. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds incredible versatility, complete with a cozy family room, summer kitchen, two more bedrooms, and a third full bath-ideal for roommates, guests, multi-generational living, or work-from-home needs. Out back there's is a patio, plus green space, and a two-car parking pad with room to build a garage. Most appliances 2023/25 Brand new AC Compressor and circuit breaker panel just installed - Furnace approx 7 years old. A warm modern aesthetic, and a prime location near Lincoln Square's shops, restaurants, and transit River Park, North Park University, and Endeavor Hospital /Galter Life Center make this home a rare find.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 21, 2025 at 01:01am

    Listing courtesy of:

    Deborah Hess 773-865-3327,

    Compass,

    Christian Moisio 773-294-0414,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    Steve Dombar

    Redfin Corporation

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12389355MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 210 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X21
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X10
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 220 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X20
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X10
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 100 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X10
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 228 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X19
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X10
    Laundry
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X10
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 252 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X21
    Other
    • Features: Flooring (Other)
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 156 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X13
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
    Features
    • 1st Floor Full Bath
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Windows: Storm Window(s)
    • Basement: Finished,Full
    • Attic: Unfinished
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,160
    • Total interior livable area: 1,896 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 816

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Off Alley, On Site, Owned
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Patio
    Lot
    • Size: 3,720 sqft
    • Dimensions: 30 X 124
    Details
    • Parcel number: 13122270490000
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Step Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1956
    Details
    • Builder model: RANCH

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
    Green energy
    • Water conservation: Low flow fixtures

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
    Community
    • Community features: Park, Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights
    Location
    • Region: Chicago

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Services included: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    Services availability
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