5255 W Belle Plaine Avenue, Chicago IL 60641
Property Description
COMING SOON!! ALLOWING SHOWINGS. MASTERFULLY RENOVATED CHICAGO BUNGALOW - EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY, SPACE & MODERN LUXURY! Located on Chicago's North Side, this extraordinary gut-rehabbed bungalow blends timeless architectural character with modern design, premium finishes, and state-of-the-art mechanical systems. Completed with City of Chicago permits and approvals, this impressive home offers approximately 3,500 square feet of finished living space, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a rare oversized 62' x 125' corner lot. The open-concept main level features soaring 10-foot ceilings, abundant natural light, 3-inch hardwood flooring, custom millwork, designer accent walls, and a beautiful fireplace. The spectacular chef's kitchen showcases custom cabinetry, under-cabinet LED lighting, high-end appliances, a beverage refrigerator, and an oversized 10-foot quartz waterfall island with a full-height quartz backsplash. The spacious dining area is perfect for entertaining, while a custom mudroom adds everyday convenience. The second floor features four generously sized bedrooms, a convenient laundry room, and a luxurious primary suite with two closets, including a spacious walk-in closet and built-in wall safe. The spa-inspired ensuite offers heated floors, a steam shower, a freestanding soaking tub, and a TOTO toilet with Washlet. Three additional bedrooms share an expansive hall bathroom. The fully finished, excavated lower level features ceilings up to 8 feet, a fifth bedroom with walk-in closet, full bathroom, second laundry room, custom mudroom, spacious family room with wet bar, a second fireplace, and durable ceramic tile flooring. The finished, drywalled attic provides abundant storage and houses the second furnace. EXTENSIVE UPGRADES INCLUDE dual high-efficiency HVAC systems with whole-house humidifiers and Nest thermostats, tankless water heater, new 200-amp electrical service, new 1.5-inch copper water service, all-new copper supply lines and PVC waste piping, overhead sewer system, interior drain tile, and whole-home spray-foam insulation, including the attic. Additional improvements include ClimateGuard energy-efficient windows, insulated interior walls for enhanced sound control, solid-core doors, custom trim and railings, recessed lighting, and Ring doorbells at both entrances. The exterior features new James Hardie siding and trim, new roof on the house and garage, tuckpointed and professionally stained masonry, new soffits and gutters, professional landscaping, privacy fencing, new concrete sidewalks and front stoop, and a beautiful Trex composite deck. The EV-ready garage features a dedicated electrical circuit. A rare opportunity to own a completely transformed Chicago bungalow offering exceptional craftsmanship, generous living space, modern comfort, and extensive improvements throughout. Classic Chicago character meets today's luxury living! The room sizes are estimated and will be updated next week.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $1,479,000
- Property Taxes $9,256
- Square Feet 0
- Year Built 1921
- Status New
- Market Time 4
Rooms
- Total Rooms 9
- Number of Bedrooms 5
- Number of Bathrooms 3.1
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Primary Bedroom
- Room Size 15X15
- Flooring Hardwood
- Primary Bathroom Full
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Bedroom 5
- Room Size 12X12
- Floor Level Lower
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Living Room
- Room Size 15X15
- Floor Level Main
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Family Room
- Room Size 15X15
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Dining Room
- Room Size 15X15
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
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Kitchen
- Room Size 13X13
- Floor Level Main
- Flooring Hardwood
Additional Rooms
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Laundry
- Room Size 10X10
- Floor Level Basement
- Flooring Hardwood
Interior Features
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Gas, Radiator(s)
- Air Conditioning Window Unit(s)
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Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces 2
- Type of Fireplace Family Room, Basement
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Recent Rehab Yes
- Rehab Year 2026
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Parking
- # of Cars 2
Location
- County Cook
- Township Jefferson
- Corporate Limits Chicago
- Directions to Property Irving Park Rd W Of Laramie To Lockwood N To Belle Plaine Ave
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Schools
- Elementary School District 299
- Junior High District 299
- High School District: 299
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Property Taxes
- Tax 9255.87
- Tax Year 2024
- Tax Exemptions Homeowner,Senior
- Parcel Identification Number 13163220010000
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Lot Information
- Lot Size Oversized Chicago Lot
Listed by Theodora Karlos for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate | Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 10/28/2026 12:32 AM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
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