3520 W Melrose Street

Chicago, IL
$ 850,000 Beds 3 Baths 2.5 Sq 1,900
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Step into this beautiful Avondale home and immediately feel welcomed by the warm and inviting foyer. Thoughtfully renovated with a new second floor addition, this single-family home offers a wonderful blend of character, comfort, and modern living with classic, timeless finishes throughout. The main level welcomes you with an open concept layout made for both everyday living and entertaining. A spacious living room flows into a beautifully appointed chef's kitchen with shaker cabinets, quartz counters, stainless appliances, and a generous island with a cozy dining nook just off the kitchen. The main level also includes a charming dedicated office, stylish powder room, and laundry room complete with cabinets and a work table. Upstairs, the new addition creates a bright retreat with skylights flooding the space with natural light, three bedrooms and two full baths, including a sunny master suite with walk-in shower and double vanity. Two additional bedrooms offer flexibility for guests, family, or home office. The unfinished lower level offers endless possibilities for future living space, storage, or recreation. Step outside into the lush backyard featuring hydrangeas and rose bushes leading to a two-car garage. Ideally located in the heart of Avondale, one of Chicago's most vibrant neighborhoods, near public transit, the expressway, parks, coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and boutiques. This home is an absolute must see!!

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  • Price
  • $ 850,000
  • City
  • Chicago
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • COOK
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • CHI - Avondale
  • Lot Size
  • 0.0723 Acres
  • Zip
  • 60618
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,900
  • Year Built
  • 1895
  • Taxes
  • $ 13294
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 12766291
Listed By: Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Data Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Features

General

Living Area 1900
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1895
Township Jefferson
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status New
Directions Belmont (west of Kimball) to Drake,north to Melrose,east to property.
City Chicago
High School District 299
MLS Area CHI - Avondale
Tax Annual Amount 13294.22
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 299
Elementary School District 299
Property Type Detached Single

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Vaulted Ceiling(s),Cathedral Ceiling(s),Walk-In Closet(s)
Basement Unfinished,Full
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Main Level,Laundry Closet
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type Office,Den
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Total Baths 3
Bedrooms Possible 3
Bathroom Separate Shower,Double Sink,Soaking Tub

Exterior Features

Parking Features Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 2
Lot Dimensions 25 X 125
Lot Size Acres 0.0723
Waterfront Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Chicago, IL office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

9/22/2026 Listed $850,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 60618

Price
AVG $1.46M
$850K
Taxes
AVG $14,532
$13,294
Year Built
AVG 1970
1895
Visits
AVG 116
16
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3520 W Melrose Street Chicago, IL is a Single Family Home for sale at $850000 with 1900 sqft and a lot size of 0.0723 Acres Acre(s). 3520 W Melrose Street Chicago has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1895. The property's zip code is 60618 which is in Chicago, IL

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