5541 W Ardmore Avenue
Chicago, IL 60646

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Description

Welcome to this charming residence nestled in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood of Forest Glen/Norwood Park 1 block from Edgebrook Wood. This well-maintained, all brick, jumbo Bungalow home offers a comfortable and functional layout, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with office. The interior features a bright and inviting large living space with abundant natural light, complemented by hardwood flooring under carpeting and timeless finishes throughout. Large eat-in kitchen with newer appliances. Three bedrooms on main floor and full bathroom. These Generously sized bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office setup. The home also includes well-appointed bathrooms and additional living space that can be customized to suit your needs. Second floor offers 2 large bedrooms. Finished basement with office, full bathroom, family room, laundry room, mechanical room, storage and walk out to rear yard. This property has seen several key upgrades, including all new windows, a new roof, and tuckpointing completed on both the house and garage-offering peace of mind and long-term durability. Additional improvements include new front stairs and an extended 130 ft concrete driveway, providing both convenience and excellent curb appeal with 2 car garage. Step outside to enjoy a spacious backyard-perfect for relaxing, gardening, or outdoor entertaining. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, dining, and public transportation, this home combines suburban charm with city accessibility. Don't miss the opportunity to make this inviting, move-in-ready property your own!

Features

• Property Type: Single Family Home
• Sub Type: Detached Single
• Listing Status: Active
• County/Area: Cook County
• Zip Code: 60646
• Year Built: 1930
• Age: 91-100 Years
• School District: 299
• Elementary School: Farnsworth Elementary School
• Middle School: Farnsworth Elementary School
• High School: Taft High School
• Sq.Ft.: 3,900 sq ft
• Style: Bungalow
• Stories: 1.5 Story
• Total Rooms: 11
• Bedrooms: 5
• Full Baths: 2
• Basement: Partially Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
• Garage: 2 Car
• # of Parking Spaces: 2
• Fireplace: Wood Burning, Decorative, 2
• Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
• Baths: 2
• View: No
• APRX_TOTAL_FIN_SQFT: 3900
• Assessor Square Footage: 1526
• Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
• Basement Sq Ft: 1000
• Bedrooms Possible: 5
• Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
• Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
• Construction Materials: Brick
• Dining Room: Separate
• Directions: From I-90/94, take the Foster Ave exit west to N Central Ave, then head north to Ardmore Ave and turn west. Property will be on the right.
• Electric: 100 Amp Service
• Fireplace Location: Living Room, Other
• Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+
• Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
• Living Area Source: Estimated
• Lower Sq Ft: 1200
• Main Sq Ft: 1200
• Main Type: Residential
• North: 5541
• Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
• Roof: Asphalt
• Rooms: Bedroom 5, Office, Recreation Room, Foyer, Storage
• Sewer: Public Sewer
• Special Service Area: N
• TOTAL_SQFT: 3900
• Tax Annual Amount: 4344
• Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
• Tax Year: 2024
• Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 4900
• Township: Jefferson
• Type Detached: 1.5 Story
• Upper Sq Ft: 1500
• Water Source: Public
• West: 5561