Welcome to this stunning, fully rehabbed 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath bungalow located on a prime corner lot in the highly sought-after Portage Park neighborhood. This home beautifully blends classic charm with modern luxury, offering a spacious and thoughtfully designed layout that's perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. As you step inside the original front door into the foyer, you'll be taken by the grand formal living room with original stained-glass bay windows and a beautifully restored decorative fireplace with the original mantle. A separate formal dining room offers an ideal space for meals, while the adjacent additional family room provides more room to gather and relax. For added convenience, you'll find a first-floor bedroom and a full bathroom, making this level perfect for guests or multi-generational living. As you move towards the rear of the home, you'll be greeted by the massive kitchen, complete with sleek espresso cabinets, elegant quartz countertops, green subway tile backsplash and a convenient breakfast bar. The kitchen is outfitted with stainless steel appliances, making it a dream for any home chef. Adjacent to the kitchen is a flex space to be used as a den, breakfast nook, or home office to suit your needs. You'll also find built in mudroom for extra storage and a spot to take off boots or flip flops. Upstairs, the home continues to impress with three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. The primary bedroom is filled with natural light and includes ample closet space. The finished lower level offers a rec room, a bedroom, a full bathroom with walk-in shower, a laundry room with a utility sink and plenty of storage space. The home's architectural beauty is highlighted by the preservation of the gorgeous cement tile roof, which has been carefully maintained, while a new skylight has been added to bring natural light to the third floor. New windows (with the exception of the architecturally significant front windows) throughout enhance the home's energy efficiency, The property also boasts all-new plumbing, electric, a new copper water service, and dual-zoned HVAC to ensure comfort year-round. This home combines the best of both worlds - vintage charm with modern upgrades - and is truly one of a kind. Located in one of the best pockets of Portage Park, 2 blocks to the park, minutes from 6 corners and easy access to the highway. Don't miss your chance to call this Portage Park gem your own! Sod and landscaping to be installed as weather permits. Some customization still available.
Closed
$750,000
5500 W Pensacola Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
5beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
4,250 Square Feet Lot
$753,000 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$4,010 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 09, 2025 at 03:10pm
Listing courtesy of:
Russell Burton 312-319-1168,
Compass,
Megan Wood 773-273-9581,
Compass
Bought with:
James D'Astice
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12349648

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Half)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X24
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X23
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 506 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X23
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X19
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 720 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X30
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 4,250 sqft
- Dimensions: 34 X 125
Details
- Parcel number: 13163000360000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chicago
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability

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