5254 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL, 60644
About This Home
This classic 3 bedroom 1-1/2 bath home is well maintained. All new roof, gutters, downspouts, navy blue vinyl siding and white trim were installed in late 2025. The Kitchen, and 1st floor 1/2 bath (powder room) were completely rehabbed in 2025. The kitchen includes a luxury refrigerator, gas range, over the range microwave oven, quartz counter tops and beautiful porcelain backsplash. The living room and dining rooms have beautiful crystal chandeliers which can be dimmed. There's lots of natural light from the east and south facing windows. The basement is drywalled, painted and finished with porcelain floor tile and beautiful light fixtures. It can be used for a family room or for an additional bedroom. Laundry and utility rooms are in the basement. The small attic is finished. The home is fenced with huge rear deck just off the kitchen for entertaining family and friends. Newer, well maintained two and 1/2 car garage with large access door into the backyard. There is a garden shed included for extra storage. The home has central air for cooling and the heating unit is gas forced air. The 2-1/2 car garage has a large overhead access directly into the backyard. .
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Excellent Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Frame
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2025
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Range,Microwave,High End Refrigerator,Freezer
- Laundry features: Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Sink
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10X13
Features
- Quartz Counters
- Door features: Mirrored Closet Door(s),Storm Door(s)
- Window features: Insulated Windows,Screens
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Attic: Interior Stair
- Finished area below ground: 192
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,669
- Total interior livable area: 4,092 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley),Flooring (Wood Laminate),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows,Insulated Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 8X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10X12
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows,Insulated Windows)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10X14
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
- Level: Second
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 11X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Attic
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 6X8
Other
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10X10
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 16161020130000
- Special condition: List Broker Must Accompany,Home Warranty
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 4,092 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 33x124
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Off Alley,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Covered spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,073 | $24,876 |
| Home Insurance * | $382 | $4,584 |
| Property Taxes | $591 | $7,092 |
| Electricity | $314 | $3,776 |
| Total | $3,360 | $40,320 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-08 | Listed for sale | $410,000 |
| 2006-11-02 | Sold | $218,000 |
| 2006-04-28 | Sold | $137,000 |
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