Sold13d on market
5238 S Springfield Ave
Chicago, IL, 60632 • West Elsdon • Cook County
$301,500
$393/sqft
2Beds
2Baths
768Sqft
0.09 acLot
1960Built
Property DNA
1 Fireplace
Electric · Living Room
2-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · Yes · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
13 days on market
Recently listed
$393/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1960
Beautiful ranch-style home with finished basement in the heart of West Elsdon! The main level features two spacious bedrooms, a full bath, gleaming hardwood floors, and a bright living room complete with a wall-mounted TV and modern electric fireplace. The updated kitchen offers maple cabinetry, granite countertops, and a functional island-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The finished basement expands your living space with a den, powder room, wet bar, additional cabinetry, laundry area, and durable tiled flooring-ideal for hosting, relaxing, or creating a home office setup. Step outside to a landscaped backyard featuring brick pavers, a sun-protection pavilion, yard space, and a 2-car garage-perfect for summer gatherings. Conveniently located just a 12-minute walk to the Pulaski Orange Line and approximately a 20-minute drive to the Loop. This move-in ready home combines comfort, style, and accessibility!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights modern electric fireplace, finished basement, and yard space as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,880/month
Principal & Interest$1,478
Property Tax$302
Insurance$101
Down payment20% ($60,300)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $241,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1960
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot3,780 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1960
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces1
Lot3,780 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodWest Elsdon
Annual tax$3,573
Parcel1911310058
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
In Unit
Fireplace
Electric
Living Room
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom2
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market13
Est. value$301,200
Est. rent$1,936/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$393
On marketFeb 19, 2026
PostedFeb 19, 2026
Last sold$301,500
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedApr 2, 2026
Tour days6
Views52
How are the schools in Chicago?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60632
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 27, 2026Sold$301,500$393MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 27, 2026Contingent$300,000$391MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 19, 2026Listed For Sale$300,000$391MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 12, 2002Sold$145,000$189Public Record
Jun 3, 1994Sold$84,000$109Public Record
Sold$301,500
Mar 27, 2026•$393/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$300,000
Feb 27, 2026•$391/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$300,000
Feb 19, 2026•$391/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$145,000
Jun 12, 2002•$189/sqft•Public Record
Sold$84,000
Jun 3, 1994•$109/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$2,691$16,000
Apr 10, 2022$2,602$16,000
Apr 10, 2021$2,548$16,000
Apr 10, 2020$2,712$15,199
Apr 10, 2019$2,760$17,078
Apr 10, 2018$2,712$17,078
Apr 10, 2017$2,264$13,823
Apr 10, 2016$2,283$13,823
Apr 10, 2015$2,067$13,823
Apr 10, 2014$2,003$13,282
Apr 10, 2013$1,953$13,282
Apr 10, 2012$1,951$13,282
Apr 10, 2011$2,570$19,790
Apr 10, 2010$2,449$19,790
Apr 10, 2009$2,178$19,790
Apr 10, 2008$2,224$22,103
Apr 10, 2007$3,165$22,103
Apr 10, 2006$3,199$22,103
Apr 10, 2005$2,576$15,766
Apr 10, 2004$2,574$15,766
Apr 10, 2003$2,519$15,766
Apr 10, 2002$1,993$10,987
Apr 10, 2001$1,569$10,987
Apr 10, 2000$1,687$10,987
Apr 10, 1999$1,685$10,688
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