5042 N Melvina Ave
Chicago, IL 60630
For more information on this listing, contact us at: (773) 998-2401
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$525,000
5042 N Melvina Ave Chicago, IL 60630
Detached Single
Property Type
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,200
Sq. Ft.
Cook
County
Beautiful Jefferson Park home offering vintage character, thoughtful updates, flexible living space, and incredible storage! Situated on a quiet residential street near shopping, restaurants, and Austin Foster Park. This large brick home welcomes you with a landscaped front yard and charming porch. Inside, hardwood floors and oversized wood crown molding add classic character. (The living rooms and dining rooms were opened in 2017, creating an inviting flow with plenty of space for entertaining and a large dining table!) The eat-in kitchen features stainless appliances, including a large-capacity refrigerator and convection oven/range. The main level also offers 2 generously sized bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet, plus a rear sunroom ideal for a home office, playroom, or additional living space. The finished basement provides even more room with a large family/rec room, bedroom #3, full bath with oversized shower, spacious laundry room with utility sink, and abundant storage! A STANDOUT FEATURE is the huge 38' x 22' walk-up attic, offering exceptional potential for 2 additional bedrooms + 1 bath to become a 5 bedroom and 3 bath home! Additional highlights include a whole-house audio system with independent room controls, newer central air, oversized gutters, a 2.5 car garage with excellent storage, and a brick paver patio for outdoor entertaining. Original hardwood flooring remains beneath portions of the existing flooring, offering additional restoration potential. With generous room sizes, extensive storage, flexible living areas, a finished basement, and tremendous attic potential, 5042 N. Melvina offers a unique opportunity in Jefferson Park!
MLS #
12752181
Monthly HOA
N/A
On Site
2 Days
Last Updated
9/18/2026
Open House Schedule
Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
First Showings at Open House Saturday 1-3! *BRING OR SEND YOUR CLIENTS!*
First Showings at Open House Saturday 1-3! *BRING OR SEND YOUR CLIENTS!*
Contact Agent
Property Rocks
(773) 998-2401Property Details
Community Information
Address
5042 N Melvina Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
Area
Jefferson Park
County
Cook
City
Chicago
Township
Jefferson
Zip Code
60630
School Information
School District
299
High School
Taft High School
Middle School
Garvy Elementary School
Elementary School
Garvy Elementary School
Architecture
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Style
English
Construction Materials
Brick
Age Range
51-60 Years
Type Detached
1.5 Story
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Basement Type
Finished, Full
Parking Features
Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Features / Amenities
Interior Features
Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Flooring
Hardwood
Laundry
Common Area
Rooms
Sun Room, Attic, Storage
Patio And Porch
Patio, Porch
Window
Screens
Parking Total
2.5
Garage Spaces
2.5
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Heat Source / Type
Natural Gas, Electric, Forced Air, Baseboard
Total Rooms
8
Square Footage Finished Sq. Ft.
Below Grade
1107
Total
1107
Property Features
Lot Dimensions
Less Than .25 Acre
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Transportation
Commuter Bus
Open House Count
2
Open House Update
2026-09-18T01:49:26
Fencing
Fenced
Directions
NAGLE TO HIGGINS EAST, SOUTH TO HOME!
Tax and Financial Info
Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
$5,734
Ownership
Fee Simple
Rooms
| Level | |
| Storage | Basement |
| Family Room | Basement |
| Laundry | Basement |
| Bedroom 3 | Lower |
| Sun Room | Main |
| Bedroom 2 | Main |
| Dining Room | Main |
| Kitchen | Main |
| Living Room | Main |
| Master Bedroom | Main |
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| N/A | |
| N/A | |
| N/A | |
| N/A | |
| N/A | |
| N/A | |
| Bedroom 4 | N/A |
| Attic | Second |
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