Gorgeous 3 bedroom/2 bath historically significant blonde bungalow with all of the original features AND modern conveniences. Beautiful refinished original hardwood floors, lovely crown molding woodwork, built-ins, and art glass. Light and bright living room with electric fireplace flanked by original oak shelves/mantle and original art glass. The separate dining room is a generous space for family gatherings. The huge eat-in kitchen was recently updated with quartz countertops, new sink/faucet (2025) and has a large pantry and original spice rack/ironing board cabinet. All three large bedrooms are on the main floor with plenty of room to grow as the unfinished attic awaits the potential of a primary suite and/or the additional living space that you desire. The full finished basement has a full bath and plenty of space for recreation and a guest room/office, plus separate laundry room, work room, and storage/utility room. The plentiful upgrades to this home make it truly move-in ready: recently refinished floors, fresh interior paint, many newer windows throughout, Radiant heat and central AC, newer electric (1998 and 2001). New tuckpointing (2025), New cement patio/drainage, and apron (2022), New tear-off roof (2022) Newer 2 1/2 car garage with front and back overhead doors (2000) with 220 amp service for EV charging. Covered carport for a third car or covered patio space. All of this on a quiet street close to schools and public transportation.
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76/100
Walk Score ®
58/100
Transit Score ®
59/100
Bike Score ®
4 nearby routes: 4 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 74/100, Transit Score: 60/100, Bike Score: 71/100.
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5038 W Nelson Street, Chicago, IL 60641 is a Single Family 1,686 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 25 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $460,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 25 photos of 5038 W Nelson Street.
Our records indicate that 5038 W Nelson Street was built in 1922.
The full address for this home is 5038 W Nelson Street, Chicago, IL 60641.
5038 W Nelson Street has been listed on Realty.com since Mon October 27, 2025
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 74/100, Transit Score: 60/100, Bike Score: 71/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 5038 W Nelson Street. William E Dever Elementary School (Grades: PK - 8), William Howard Taft High School (Grades: 7 - 12), Charles P Steinmetz College Preparatory High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Beyond Properties Realty Group
(tel: 708-386-1366)
Listing agent:
Erica Cuneen
(tel: 708-220-2025)
(#900755)
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