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6940 N Mendota Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

$1,100,000
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BEDS5 BATHS3 full 1 partial SQUARE FEET3,955 MLS#12702748
STATUSNew PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SUBDIVISIONWildwood SCHOOLDistrict 299

Property Description

Beautifully updated and thoughtfully designed, this exceptional home strikes the perfect balance of space, function, and timeless style. Featuring four bedrooms on the second level, a fifth bedroom in the finished basement, and three-and-a-half baths, this home provides room to live, work, and entertain with ease. The fabulous primary suite features a walk-in closet and private bath. Hardwood floors extend throughout the main and second levels, while the open, flowing floor plan offers just the right amount of privacy and an abundance of natural light. The main-level family room features a wood-burning fireplace with a gas log set and three sets of new Andersen sliding glass doors that open to the private backyard. The oversized kitchen serves as the heart of the home, designed for both everyday living and entertaining. It features a large island, dedicated workspace, pantry, generous eating area, newer KitchenAid appliances, and beautiful views of the yard. A convenient mudroom with laundry hookups is located just off the heated two-and-a-half-car attached garage, and a laundry chute from the second level adds everyday convenience. The full basement offers high ceilings, a fifth bedroom, full bath, recreation room, workout area, laundry room, storage room, sump pump with battery backup, and an ejector pump. The home is also equipped for a whole-house vacuum system and an electronically controlled sprinkler system. Renovated in 2014 and meticulously maintained, this home has been thoughtfully updated throughout the years. Major improvements include a new furnace and central air in 2020, an iron fence, new garage door, fireplace upgrade with a gas log set, and new roof with skylight in 2021, followed by all new fascia, soffits, gutters, Andersen windows, patio doors, and concrete patio and stairs in 2022. Additional recent upgrades include a tankless hot water heater in 2025, new KitchenAid refrigerator, double oven, range, and dishwasher in 2026, and new copper water service in 2026. Perfectly situated on a desirable 60-foot lot, this exceptional home is within walking distance of Wildwood school and park, offering the ideal combination of location, comfort, and convenience.

6940 N Mendota Avenue | MLS# 12702748

This single family home located at 6940 N Mendota Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $1,100,000. This property was built in 1977 and has 5 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 partial baths with 3955 sq. ft. N Mendota Avenue is located in the Wildwood subdivision within the District 299 school district. Search Wildwood real estate on bcarlson.gogambino.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Finished, Full
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 1
Garage: 2
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Home Style: Traditional
Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt
Taxes: $14,607
Year Built: 1977

Amenities

Walk-In Closet(s)
Granite Counters
Separate Dining Room

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: Foyer, Deck, Recreation Room, Bedroom 5,Breakfast Room
Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier
Association Includes: None
Bath Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Dining Room: Separate
Exterior: Brick, Frame
Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location(s): Family Room
Laundry: Main Level
Lot Dimensions: 60X126
Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;
Parcel#: 10321220340000
Parking: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
Sewer: Public Sewer
Total Rooms: 11
Township: Jefferson
Water: Lake Michigan

Room Sizes

Foyer: 10X13
Deck: 24X17
Recreation Room: 25X33
Bedroom 5: 11X15
Breakfast Room: 9X19
Bedroom 2: 13X13
Bedroom 3: 12X10
Bedroom 4: 12X10
Dining Room: 11X16
Family Room: 16X24
Kitchen: 12X16
Laundry: 15X8
Living Room: 12X19
Primary Bedroom: 14X17

Local Schools

High School: Taft High School
Middle School: Wildwood Elementary School
Elementary School: Wildwood Elementary School
School District: District 299

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: Baird & Warner
Agency Phone: 773-775-1855

Shown By

Agent Name: Brad Carlson
Agent Phone: (815) 871-6333
Agency Title: Gambino Realtors

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