5217 Brown Street
$799,000
4
3
1
4,760
4,760
$168
New
Description
Architectural details, abundant natural light, and spacious rooms make this the perfect place to call home. Located on a premier block in Lorel Park/Downtown Skokie, this expansive vintage house boasts charm, curb appeal, a generous lot (83 x 241), and an excellent walk-to location. An elegant foyer next to a beautiful formal living room with built-in Mission-style cabinets and a wood-burning fireplace greets you. Enjoy meals in the breakfast room or the large formal dining room, with the kitchen...Architectural details, abundant natural light, and spacious rooms make this the perfect place to call home. Located on a premier block in Lorel Park/Downtown Skokie, this expansive vintage house boasts charm, curb appeal, a generous lot (83 x 241), and an excellent walk-to location. An elegant foyer next to a beautiful formal living room with built-in Mission-style cabinets and a wood-burning fireplace greets you. Enjoy meals in the breakfast room or the large formal dining room, with the kitchen featuring Dutch Made cabinets and large island with prep sink. The first floor also includes a full bathroom, a sunroom with a wall of windows, and a family room with large windows/vaulted ceilings overlooking the massive backyard. Up the Colonial staircase, you'll find a huge primary suite with two skylights, an additional bathroom, and two more bedrooms. The lower level offers a recreation room, kitchenette, bedroom, half bath, laundry, and storage space. This home is filled with unique elements that provide warmth and character, all meticulously maintained. Nearby, you'll find the top-rated library, farmers' market, restaurants, shops, and services. The neighborhood, comprised of many 1920s and 1930s homes, is one of Skokie's hidden treasures, even part of Skokie Historical Society. With convenient access to the Yellow Line, Edens Expressway, Metra, the Northshore, City, northern suburbs, and O'Hare, this home offers a small-town feel with big-city amenities. Living, dining, sunroom, kitchen, and master are freshly painted. Offering an incredible amount of space in a stellar setting, on a street named after Mayor John Brown, who built and resided in this home. New Roof 2019.
- Listed by Craig Fallico • Dream Town Real Estate
- Listed by Nick Fallico • Dream Town Real Estate
Property Details for 5217 Brown Street
Area
Skokie
TownshipNiles
OwnershipFee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces6.0
Parking Included in PriceYes
Num of Interior Fireplaces1
Heat/FuelNatural Gas, Hot Water/Steam, Baseboard, Radiator(s)
LISTING UPDATED: 01/15/2025 09:39 AM
Property Details for 5217 Brown Street
Status | New |
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MLS # | 12143804 |
Days on Market | 2 |
Taxes | $18,926 / year |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Detached Single / 2 Stories |
Year Built | 1925 |
Lot Size | 0.46 AC / 20,037 SF |
County | Cook County |
Building Information for 5217 Brown Street
Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,037 SF
Property Information for 5217 Brown Street
Property History for 5217 Brown Street
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 5217 Brown Street
Taxable ValueLand$26,317Additions$37,682Total$63,999
Tax Record2022$18,884 ($1,574 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,753 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,753 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,244 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925CountyCOOKAPN10-21-330-008Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 5217 Brown Street
This home is within Skokie School District 69.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | PK to 2 | |||
Public - | 3 to 5 | |||
Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Madison Elementary School PublicPK to 2 | ||
Thomas Edison Elementary School Public3 to 5 | ||
Lincoln Jr High School Public6 to 8 | ||
Niles Central Public9 to 12 |
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