$394,900

4943 W School St Chicago, IL 60641

$4,689
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,461 sqft
0.3 acres
$270 / sqft
House

Property details

About 4943 W School St

Stunning completely updated two flat Victorian Cottage with partially original Chicago style woodwork & extra privacy as the house itself is located deep in the property lot on a quiet street. Standard Chicago lot with lovely flagstone patio and 3 large parking spaces in the back. 200 AMP electrical service allows you to charge any electric vehicle including Tesla. Step into the foyer and marvel at the gorgeous walnut stained solid white oak hardwood floors, custom stairs & railing, cathedral ceiling with original Chicago style crown molding & original Tiffany style stained glass chandelier. This property offers a very comfortable open space layout. First and second floor bedrooms offer enchanting and relaxing view of lovely pine trees and have plenty of light coming through multiple large windows with custom trim. Five closets with custom organizers offer enough space for any wardrobe size. All bedrooms easily fit queen bed or larger & the second floor master bedroom has extra space for nursery/play space. Spacious and sunny second floor family room and separate first floor dining/living room offers plenty of space for any family gathering. Two kitchens with warm wood custom cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel sinks with disposals, Grohe faucets and two sets of identical stainless steel appliances including two dishwashers provide you with additional options for any season or occasion. Each kitchen offers very large and well organized custom walk in pantries. Two full bathrooms with custom vanities and Grohe faucets offer large bathtubs with custom ceramic walls, floors and granite countertops. This house was professionally remodeled & painted by owner carpenter in 2017 with newer roof freshly sealed, newer windows, re-piped plumbing, rewired electrical, new fiberglass insulation, heating/cooling system, concrete sidewalk, parking area. New water meter, new gas line and meter as well as inspection of the main drain done by Peoples Gas. Main sewer was checked with a camera and it is perfect condition. New electric smart meter and new main line was done by Comed. Ready concrete foundation on the back waiting for you to build the garage. Property require very low maintenance with high efficiency furnace and zoned central heat/cooling system that can work separate on each floor. The cost of maintaining the house is around 500.00 monthly including taxes, insurance, electricity, gas, water. First floor laundry room/closet with full size washer and dryer offers your family a complete accommodation for a busy city lifestyle. Great school district with 7/10 Falconer Elementary School & Intrinsic Middle/High School are both within 5 min walking distance as well as multiple parks, coffee, retail and public transportation options including CTA bus/train and Metra. This property is a perfect fully updated move in ready large single family home with summer kitchen, also great for in-law-arrangement or two separate units. It is one of the kind, so do not miss this amazing opportunity to own a unique piece of Chicago.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,461 sqft
Lot size0.25 Acres
Year built1906
ParkingAlley Access, Rear/Side Entry
MLS #12191504
WaterfrontFencing

Summary

  • MLS Number: 12191504
  • MLS Name: MRED
  • Office Name: Core Realty & Investments Inc.
  • Office Phone: (224) 235-4336
  • Listing Agent: Maria Ambrozyak

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 11, 2013
Home Sold
$53,000
Apr 30, 2009
Home Sold
$45,000
Mar 21, 2002
Home Sold
$130,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$21,999$4,527
2021$21,999$4,426
2020$22,682$5,055
2019$25,486$5,123
2018$25,486$5,037
2017$26,006$5,601

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Falconer Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.3 mi

3020 N Lamon Ave

5

Barry Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.8 mi

2828 N Kilbourn Ave

2

Schubert Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

2727 N Long Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,217. Most Chicago, IL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

38%
<35k
58%
35k-100k
3%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

40%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
27%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • H&MH&M
  • BurlingtonBurlington

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • DodgeDodge
  • NissanNissan
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 4943 W School St

This home is located at 4943 W School St in Chicago, IL and zip code 60641 in the Portage Park neighborhood. This 1,461 square foot home, which was built in 1906, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $394,900.

In February 2025 more than 406 listings in Chicago, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 232 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 629 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Chicago, IL between January and February 2025 increased by 16.2%. While the average time on the market in February 2025 was 44 days, the median list price was $369,941.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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