For Sale85d on marketHistoric · 100 yrs
5526 S Albany Ave
Chicago, IL, 60629 • Gage Park • Cook County
$399,000
$386/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
2Baths
1,034Sqft
0.09 acLot
1926Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1926 · 100 years of history
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People checking out this listing
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85 days on market
Established listing
$386/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1926 · Historic
A meticulously renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home (with potential for a 3rd bedroom) that seamlessly blends classic Chicago charm with contemporary luxury. This turnkey property showcases gleaming hardwood floors, sophisticated dark trim, and a spectacular chef's kitchen featuring white shaker cabinetry, stunning marble-look waterfall countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a dramatic oversized range hood. The spa-inspired bathrooms boast floor-to-ceiling marble tile and modern fixtures, while charming stained glass windows and custom built-ins with a decorative fireplace mantel add character throughout. The finished attic provides exceptional additional living space with vaulted ceilings, perfect for a home office or guest suite, and the full finished basement offers endless possibilities for recreation or storage. Located in the West Elsdon neighborhood on Chicago's Southwest Side, you're minutes from Midway Airport with easy access to downtown, local parks, shopping, and diverse dining. With a spacious deck for outdoor entertaining, 2-car garage, and every modern amenity in place, this completely renovated home requires absolutely nothing-just move in and start living!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights modern fixtures, sophisticated dark trim, and full finished basement as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,495/month
Principal & Interest$1,963
Property Tax$399
Insurance$133
Down payment20% ($79,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.24% rate · 30yr fixed · $319,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1926
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Parking spaces
Lot3,750 sqft
Days on Zillow85 Days
Price/sqft$386
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1926
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes, Other
BasementFinished,Full
Lot3,750 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGage Park
Annual tax$3,606
Parcel1913101028
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
5 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Other
Construction
Brick
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main16×9 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom2
Main11×9 ft99 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market85
Est. value$392,400
Est. rent$2,026/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$386
On marketJan 13, 2026
PostedJan 13, 2026
Last sold$150,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedJan 18, 2026
Tour days9
Views337
Favorites17
How are the schools in Chicago?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60629
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 13, 2026Listed For Sale$399,000$386MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 15, 2023Sold$150,000$145MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 19, 2023Contingent$140,000$135MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 10, 2023Listed For Sale$140,000$135MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$399,000
Jan 13, 2026•$386/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$150,000
Mar 15, 2023•$145/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$140,000
Feb 19, 2023•$135/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$140,000
Feb 10, 2023•$135/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$3,606$16,999
Apr 9, 2022$3,516$16,999
Apr 9, 2021$3,418$16,999
Apr 9, 2020$2,615$11,661
Apr 9, 2019$2,649$13,103
Apr 9, 2018$2,605$13,103
Apr 9, 2017$2,442$11,268
Apr 9, 2016$2,272$11,268
Apr 9, 2015$2,080$11,268
Apr 9, 2014—$10,834
Apr 9, 2013—$10,834
Apr 9, 2012—$10,834
Apr 9, 2011$58$16,246
Apr 9, 2010$53$16,246
Apr 9, 2009$49$16,246
Apr 9, 2008$76$18,968
Apr 9, 2007$129$18,968
Apr 9, 2006$137$18,968
Apr 9, 2005$183$12,136
Apr 9, 2004$194$12,136
Apr 9, 2003$264$12,136
Apr 9, 2002$298$9,146
Apr 9, 2001$320$9,146
Apr 9, 2000$350$9,146
Apr 9, 1999$350$8,190
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Chicago, IL • Cook County
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Nearby zip codes
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