4940 N Whipple St, Chicago, IL 60625
What This House Offers
Classic Chicago brick bungalow offering timeless character,thoughtful updates,and an exceptional Albany Park location. Tucked away on a quiet one-way…
residential street,this 5-bedroom,2-bath home sits on a wide 30 x 125 ft lot and beautifully blends original architectural details with modern updates. Built in 1921,the home retains its original woodwork,stained glass,hardwood floors,built-in features,and a beautiful brick fireplace with custom built-ins. The sun-filled living room features an impressive span of windows,creating a warm and inviting space. The separate dining room flows into a distinctive kitchen with imported Mexican tile,turquoise cabinetry,stainless steel appliances,and a generous pantry-a rare and charming feature. Three bedrooms and an updated full bath are located on the second level,including a spacious primary bedroom. The second-floor bath features marble and white stone finishes,while the main floor offers two additional bedrooms,a full bath,office,and welcoming foyer. A finished basement adds flexible living or bedroom space,along with laundry and the potential to add a third bathroom. The fully fenced and recently landscaped backyard is ideal for entertaining and summer gatherings,with a patio and fire pit. A detached 2-car garage provides convenience and additional storage. One of the home's standout features is its location directly across from the North Branch riverfront trail and River Park,offering immediate access to walking and biking paths,a dog park,community pool,playground,and expansive green space. The Brown Line is approximately 0.4 miles away,with convenient highway access within 2 miles. Close to neighborhood dining,shopping,parks,and transportation,this is a special opportunity to experience the best of Albany Park and Chicago's Northwest Side. MLS# MRD12742709
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Area Scores
Walkability
Exceptionally walkable
Transit
Good public transit
Driveability
Fairly drivable
Bikeability
Exceptionally bikeable
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Active
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Travel and Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Subway
1 min Drive
Subway
3 min Drive
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Commuter Rail
6 min Drive
Airport
19 min Drive
Airport
27 min Drive
Local Education
Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| North Park University | Walk: 8 min (0.5 mi) |
| Northeastern Ill. Univ. | Drive: 6 min (2.3 mi) |
| Truman College | Drive: 6 min (2.9 mi) |
| DeVry University-Illinois | Drive: 7 min (3.2 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 4940 N Whipple St proximity to 4901-4911 N Kedzie Ave, Albany Park Shopping Center, and 3148 W Lawrence Ave. 4901-4911 N Kedzie Ave is 0.7 miles away, and Albany Park Shopping Center is within a 5 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 70, 4940 N Whipple St has good public transit, including 10 transit stops within 3.5 miles. Transit options include Francisco Station and Kedzie Station (Brown Line).
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 4940 N Whipple St are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3.3 miles, including Winnemac Park, Gompers Park, and North Park Village Nature Center.
Airports
Living in Albany Park provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 19 minutes from 4940 N Whipple St. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 14.6 miles away.
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