3849 N Pioneer Avenue
Chicago, IL 60634

Status: Active
Single Family
3 beds
2 baths
1,850 sq.ft
Listing Price: $425,000

About this home

Welcome to the classic charm of 3849 N Pioneer-a quintessential Cape Cod style home nestled in the heart of Chicago's vibrant Dunning community. Embrace the authentic allure of original woodwork that graces this three-bedroom, two-bathroom treasure, an ideal haven for first-time buyers seeking a blend of tradition and comfort. Step through the front door into a warm, inviting sitting room, where sunlight dances on rich hardwood floors that extend throughout the house. Enjoy this tranquil area perfect for reading in front of the wood-burning fireplace, adorned with its original mantel and bookshelf surround. The main level offers a harmonious flow with one bedroom and a full bath, perfect for guests or a home office. The heart of the home, the kitchen, features a breakfast bar and spills into a combined dining and family room, where gatherings become memories. Venture upstairs to discover two more bedrooms and a recently updated bathroom that shines with new flooring, tub, vanity, toilet, and lighting. The attention to detail continues with updated wood heat registers, solid wood doors and frames. Updated Pella windows and doors including French doors that open to a rear wrap around deck, revealing a gorgeous yard where mature landscaping and flourishing gardens thrive. A two-car garage sits on this generous 5, 580 square foot lot. This home has been meticulously maintained, with significant updates including a new roof on the home and garage (2021/22) and a newly silver-coated flat roof on the addition (2024). The furnace and AC are also new (2024) and come with a 10-year warranty. Additional updates include a water heater (2012), 100 AMP electric service, new siding and insulation (approximately 15 years), and partial updates to the electric and plumbing systems over the years. The dry basement offers excellent ceiling height and a versatile layout, featuring an office, dark room, mechanical room, laundry room, workshop, additional storage, and cedar closets. The basement is equipped with a drain tile system, two sump pumps, and a backflow preventer for added peace of mind. Rounding out this beautiful home is the perfect location surrounded by forest preserve and offering access to private & public education within a couple blocks, easy commute to O'Hare airport, shopping & dining in nearby Rosemont & Norridge, Blue Line and I294 & I90. Ideal for city workers who need a city address. Make 3849 N Pioneer your own and plant your roots in a home that offers a unique blend of timeless character and suburban-like living.

Property details

Property / Lot Details
Acreage 0.128
Lot Dimensions 5580
Lot Size Less Than .25 Acre
Main Sq Ft 1050
Ownership Fee Simple
Style of House Cape Cod
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft 1850
Total Sq Ft 1500
Type Detached 2 Stories
Property Type Detached Single
Upper Sq Ft 450
Interior Features
Additional Rooms None
Appliances Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft 1850
Square Feet 1,850
Square Feet Source Estimated
Basement Description Finished
Basement Bathrooms No
Basement Full
Bedrooms Count 3
Bedrooms Possible 3
Basement Sq Ft 350
Dining Kitchen/Dining Combo
Disability Access and/or Equipped No
BelowGradeFinishedArea 350
Fireplace Location Living Room
Fireplace Count 1
Fireplace Details Wood Burning
Baths FULL Count 2
Baths Count 2
Interior Property Features Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Dining Combo, Granite Counters, Pantry, Workshop Area (Interior)
LaundryFeatures Gas Dryer Hookup, Common Area, Sink
Total Rooms 7
Window Features Double Pane Windows
Rooms
room 1
Level N/A
room 2
Level N/A
room 3
Level N/A
room 4
Level N/A
room 5
Level N/A
room 6
Level N/A
room 7
Level N/A
room 8
Level N/A
room 9
Level N/A
room 10
Level N/A
room 11
Type Bedroom 2
Level Second
Dimensions 13X12
Flooring Wood Laminate
room 12
Type Bedroom 3
Level Second
Dimensions 11X11
Flooring Wood Laminate
room 13
Type Bedroom 4
Level N/A
room 14
Type Dining Room
Level Main
Dimensions 10X14
Flooring Hardwood
room 15
Type Family Room
Level Main
Dimensions 14X15
room 16
Type Kitchen
Level Main
Dimensions 10X14
Flooring Ceramic Tile
Type Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet, Granite Counters
room 17
Type Laundry
Level Basement
Dimensions 9X15
room 18
Type Living Room
Level Main
Dimensions 24X13
Flooring Hardwood
room 19
Type Master Bedroom
Level Main
Dimensions 11X10
Flooring Hardwood
Bath None
Virtual Tour, Parking / Garage, Exterior Features, Multi-Unit Information
Age 81-90 Years
Approx Year Built 1939
Parking Total 2.5
Door Features French Doors
Driveway Off Alley
Exposure East,West
Exterior Building Type Other
Garage Details Garage Door Opener(s)
Parking On-Site Yes
Garage Ownership Owned
Garage Type Detached
Parking Spaces Count 2.5
Parking Garage
MRD Virtual Tour None
School / Neighborhood, Utilities, Financing, Location Details
Air Conditioning Central Air
CommunityFeatures Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Area Major CHI - Dunning
Corporate Limits Chicago
Directions Pioneer Ave runs one way northbound between Belmont Ave and Forest Preserve Ave, east of Cumberland Ave.
Electricity Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Elementary School Canty Elementary School
Elementary Sch Dist 299
Heat/Fuel Natural Gas, Forced Air
High Sch Taft High School
High Sch Dist 299
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan, Public
Jr High/Middle Dist 299
Township Jefferson

Financials

Investment Profile Residential

Tax/Assessments/Liens

Frequency Not Applicable
Master Association Fee No
Assessment Includes None
Master Association Fee Frequency Not Required
PIN 12232120460000
Special Assessments N
Taxes $4,790
Tax Exemptions Homeowner
Tax Year 2023
$425,000 Listing Price:
MLS # 12121997
Investment Profile Residential
Listing Market Time 57 days
Basement Full
Type Detached 2 Stories
Parking Garage
List Date 08/01/2024
Year Built 1939
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