Charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home located in the desirable West Elsdon neighborhood, offering timeless original character and pride of ownership throughout. Well-maintained and move-in ready, this home shows well. The spacious backyard is perfect for entertainment- plenty of room for summer gatherings, barbecues, and outdoor relaxation. Enjoy the convenience of easy access to I-55, with shopping centers, parks, and schools all just minutes away. A wonderful opportunity to own a solid home in a highly convenient East Elsdon location. Schedule your showing today! Sold as is.
Est. $1,408 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 5249 S Ridgeway Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12722664
Sep 18, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$310,000
$326/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 14, 1997
Sold
$110,000
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$493 (−0.6%)
$3,700 + $15,300
$19,000
2022
$496 (+5.6%)
$4,625 + $11,375
$16,000
2021
$470 (−3.7%)
$4,625 + $11,375
$16,000
2020
$488 (+0.3%)
$4,625 + $10,635
$15,260
2019
$486 (+1.5%)
$4,625 + $12,522
$17,147
2018
$479 (−6.9%)
$4,625 + $12,522
$17,147
2017
$515 (−45.0%)
$4,162 + $9,289
$13,451
2016
$936 (+4.0%)
$4,162 + $9,289
$13,451
2015
$900 (+0.9%)
$4,162 + $9,289
$13,451
2014
$892 (−0.4%)
$3,931 + $9,545
$13,476
2013
$896 (+6.8%)
$3,931 + $9,545
$13,476
2012
$839 (+1.8%)
$3,931 + $9,545
$13,476
2011
$825 (+10.6%)
$5,087 + $15,544
$20,631
2010
$746 (+6.5%)
$5,087 + $15,544
$20,631
2009
$700 (−7.0%)
$5,087 + $15,544
$20,631
2008
$753 (−56.5%)
$4,624 + $17,841
$22,465
2007
$1,731
$4,624 + $17,841
$22,465
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,625 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
950
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
19113140570000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 2, 2026.
RS-2
Residential Single-Unit (Detached House) District
The primary purpose of the RS districts is to accommodate the development of detached houses on individual lots. It is intended that RS zoning be applied in areas where the land-use pattern is characterized predominately by detached houses on individual lots or where such a land use pattern is desired in the future. The Zoning Ordinance includes three RS districts - RS2 - which are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements and floor area ratios.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Library
Recreation
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
# of Parking (Total): 2.5
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 9 x 8
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 18
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 8 x 8
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 18
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Parcel Number: 19113140570000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 4625
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $493
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 299
Middle Or Junior School District: 299
High School District: 299
Location Information
Township: Lake
Corporate Limits: Chicago
Directions: 55TH ST TO RIDGEWAY ST. NORTH TO PROPERTY
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 950
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,625 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 19113140570000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Sandoval Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Hernandez Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Solorio Academy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Chicago, IL • 60632
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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25
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 15% for direct sun exposure in Chicago. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.5 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$316,000 – $382,000
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