For Sale77d on marketHistoric · 88 yrs
4901 S Lorel Ave
Chicago, IL, 60638 • 60638 • Cook County
$284,900
$254/sqft
-$15,000 since Feb 9, 2026
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
1Baths
1,120Sqft
0.08 acLot
1938Built
Property DNA
Cape Cod Style
Built 1938 · 88 years of history
2-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · Yes · Detached · Garage
This home is in high demand
Listed 77 days ago · 839 views · 48 saves · Top 6% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
839 views
People checking out this listing
48 saves
Buyers have saved this home
77 days on market
Established listing
$254/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 6% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1938 · Historic
Welcome home to this charming corner Cape Cod in the heart of Central Stickney. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the warm and welcoming feel throughout. This home offers an open-concept living and dining area filled with natural light, in-home laundry, and stainless steel appliances. Enjoy your morning coffee on the cozy front porch or entertain in the ample-sized yard. Recent updates provide modern comfort and peace of mind, including furnace (6/2025), water heater(6/2025), siding(2024), central A/C (2024) and a new 2-car garage. The home is equipped with leased solar panels. Prime location within walking distance to Charles J. Sahs Elementary School and close to shopping, dining, and transportation. Move-in ready and well maintained. A wonderful place to call home!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights charming corner cape cod, ample-sized yard, and cozy front porch as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,776/month
Principal & Interest$1,397
Property Tax$285
Insurance$95
Down payment20% ($56,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $227,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1938
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot3,625 sqft
Days on Zillow77 Days
Price/sqft$254
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleCape Cod
Year built1938
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerLake Michigan, Public / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementCrawl Space
Lot3,625 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60638
Annual tax$2,988
Parcel1909121001
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Pantry
Appliances
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Range Hood
Electric Oven
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Main Level
Common Area
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Detached
Garage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main14×10 ft140 sqft
Bedroom2
Second13×12 ft156 sqft
Bedroom3
Second14×10 ft140 sqft
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market77
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$254
On marketJan 22, 2026
PostedJan 22, 2026
Last sold$185,000
MLS statusContingent
MLS updatedApr 6, 2026
Tour days6
Views839
Favorites48
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60638
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 17, 2026Contingent$284,900$254MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 6, 2026Listed For Sale$284,900$254MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 24, 2026Contingent$284,900$254MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 9, 2026Price Change$284,900$254MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 22, 2026Listed For Sale$299,900$268MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 9, 2007Sold$185,000$165Public Record
May 22, 2000Sold$98,000$88Public Record
Jan 23, 1996Sold$53,000$47Public Record
Contingent$284,900
Mar 17, 2026•$254/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$284,900
Mar 6, 2026•$254/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$284,900
Feb 24, 2026•$254/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$284,900
Feb 9, 2026•$254/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$299,900
Jan 22, 2026•$268/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$185,000
Nov 9, 2007•$165/sqft•Public Record
Sold$98,000
May 22, 2000•$88/sqft•Public Record
Sold$53,000
Jan 23, 1996•$47/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$2,841$15,000
Apr 10, 2022$2,160$10,993
Apr 10, 2021$2,161$10,993
Apr 10, 2020$2,103$10,993
Apr 10, 2019$1,685$9,371
Apr 10, 2018$1,668$9,371
Apr 10, 2017$1,640$9,371
Apr 10, 2016$1,921$9,343
Apr 10, 2015$1,834$9,343
Apr 10, 2014$1,762$9,343
Apr 10, 2013$1,790$9,985
Apr 10, 2012$1,784$9,985
Apr 10, 2011$1,793$9,985
Apr 10, 2010$2,968$16,295
Apr 10, 2009$3,248$16,295
Apr 10, 2008$2,714$18,106
Apr 10, 2007$1,828$16,032
Apr 10, 2006$1,754$16,032
Apr 10, 2005$1,562$16,032
Apr 10, 2004$1,646$10,701
Apr 10, 2003$1,646$10,701
Apr 10, 2002$1,627$10,701
Apr 10, 2001$1,106$7,736
Apr 10, 2000$1,188$7,736
Apr 10, 1999$966$7,736
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