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$1,185,000

4988 Elston Ave

Chicago, IL
Active
8
Bedrooms
1909
Year Built
144
Days On Market

Fantastic investment opportunity for live-in owners or investors alike! This unique and extremely well-loved property is on the market for the first time! This extra large Mayfair three-flat, with four floors of living space, offers an amazing duplex-up owner's suite--complete with a private rooftop deck and two income-producing units below! These lifetime owners did the legwork to change the zoning, so the well-appointed garden unit can either be a business or residential unit. The elevated first floor unit boasts stunning original woodwork and hardwood floors, three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and an all stainless steel kitchen. The second floor owner's suite is the real star of the show! All three units have dishwashers, central air, and dedicated laundry downstairs, but the top-floor suite also has in-unit laundry for owner use. Unit two has tons of natural light, charm to boot, and features a charming spiral staircase from one bedroom to another, flexible layout potential, extra storage, and a full bath on both floors. This property is the perfect combination of well-preserved original charm and smart updates like: fresh paint throughout, newer windows, updated kitchens and baths, updated mechanicals, a fenced yard, and an extra tall 2-car garage off the extra-wide alley. This location is super convenient and offers easy access to the Metra, Foster & Lawrence buses, 90/94, and it's close to Target, Starbucks, L.A. Fitness, Gompers Park, forest preserves, and more! See the video walk-through of the owner's suite! Tour this one-of-a-kind home in a quiet location!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
09/17/2026
Listed By
Jennifer Delaney · Kale Realty, 3129395253
MLS#
12673400
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
4988 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60630
City
Chicago
County
Cook
Zip Code
60630

Architecture

Bedrooms
8
Year Built
1909
Construction Materials
Frame, Vinyl Siding, Brick
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener, Garage, Detached

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features
Lighting
Community Features
Sidewalks, Curbs, Street Lights, Park
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating
Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Features
Landscaped
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$1,185,000
Annual Taxes
$5,151

Schools

79/100
Sauganash Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.4 mi
City
Chicago
Students
583
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
51% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 20% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
31%
Phone
(773) 534-3470
77/100
Beaubien Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Chicago
Students
966
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
37% White · 35% Hispanic / Latino · 17% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
41%
Phone
(773) 534-3500
76/100
Belding Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.1 mi
City
Chicago
Students
564
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
46% White · 35% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Black
Phone
(773) 534-3590
69/100
Farnsworth Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.2 mi
City
Chicago
Students
478
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
43% Hispanic / Latino · 36% White · 14% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
62%
Phone
(773) 534-3535
60/100
Prussing Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 1.4 mi
City
Chicago
Students
666
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
44% Hispanic / Latino · 44% White · 8% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
69%
Phone
(773) 534-3460
56/100
Haugan Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.2 mi
City
Chicago
Students
881
Student body
84% Hispanic / Latino · 6% White · 5% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
89%
Phone
(773) 534-5040
55/100
Portage Park Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 1.2 mi
City
Chicago
Students
894
Parent reviews
2.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
61% Hispanic / Latino · 28% White · 4% Black
Free/reduced lunch
70%
Phone
(773) 534-3576
53/100
ASPIRA Charter - Haugan Campus
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.3 mi
City
Chicago
Students
103
Student body
86% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Black · 4% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
95%
Phone
(773) 303-3549

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
07/15/2026Price change$1,185,000
06/12/2026Listed for sale$1,250,000

Listed by Jennifer Delaney · Kale Realty · 3129395253

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: September 17, 2026 at 8:42 AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12673400

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