Old Irving Park · Chicago
Sell Your Old Irving Park Home for Top Dollar
Old Irving Park sits on Chicago's Northwest Side, roughly 8 miles from the Loop with fast access via the Kennedy Expressway, Metra's Union Pacific Northwest Line, and the CTA Blue Line. The neighborhood is prized for its architecturally rich housing stock — Queen Anne Victorians, bungalows, foursquares, and stately builder homes on generous lots. Local schools, Independence and Merrimac Parks, and a walkable strip of shops and restaurants near Irving Park Road round out its appeal. Get a free, no-obligation valuation and a plan to sell for the most the market will pay.
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The Market Right Now
The Old Irving Park market favors sellers
Limited inventory of well-kept vintage homes on tree-lined streets keeps buyer demand strong and gives Old Irving Park sellers real negotiating leverage.
Typical home value
Median days on market
Detached single-family median
Seller transfer tax per $1,000
Source: Redfin, Zillow & local MLS market data, 2026. Figures refreshed quarterly.
Quick Estimate
What would you net selling in Old Irving Park?
Want the full cost picture? Read what it really costs to sell a house in Chicago & Cook County — every line item, plus your town's transfer tax.
No Surprises at Closing
What Chicago requires to sell in Old Irving Park
Every location has its own point-of-sale rules, and missing one can delay a closing. Here's what Old Irving Park sellers need to know — handled for you, up front.
Transfer tax — split with the buyer
Chicago's transfer tax is shared: the buyer pays the $7.50 per $1,000 city portion, and you pay the $3.00 per $1,000 CTA portion. With state and county tax, your total is $4.50 per $1,000 — already built into your net estimate above.
Water Full Payment Certificate
Before the sale can record, the City requires a Full Payment Certificate confirming the water/sewer account is paid current, from the Department of Water Management. We start this early.
Heating cost disclosure
Chicago requires sellers to give the buyer a heating-cost disclosure for the home's prior heating expenses — a quick step we handle as part of your closing prep.
Zoning certificate (multi-unit)
Two- to six-unit buildings generally need a Zoning Certificate of Compliance before transfer; single-family homes and individual condos typically don't. I confirm what applies to your home.
Details reflect requirements as of 2026 and can change — always confirm current rules with the City of Chicago (311). General information, not legal advice.
New to this? Read the pre-sale requirements guide — transfer stamps, water readings, and inspections explained, plus when to start each.
About Old Irving Park
Why buyers compete for Old Irving Park
From its established neighborhoods to its newer homes, Old Irving Park draws a steady mix of buyers — and the details on the right are what they look for. As your agent, I turn that local demand into a pricing and marketing plan built to sell your home for the most the market will pay, while handling the local paperwork so your close stays on track.
- Historic Victorian, bungalow, and foursquare homes on wide lots
- Quick Loop commute via Kennedy, Metra UP-NW, and Blue Line
- Independence Park and neighborhood green space nearby
- Walkable dining and shops along Irving Park Road
Old Irving Park Seller FAQ
Questions Old Irving Park sellers ask
How fast do homes sell in Old Irving Park?
In 2026, Limited inventory of well-kept vintage homes on tree-lined streets keeps buyer demand strong and gives Old Irving Park sellers real negotiating leverage.
Who pays the transfer tax in Chicago?
It's split: the buyer pays the $7.50 per $1,000 city portion and you pay the $3.00 CTA portion. With state and county tax, your total is $4.50 per $1,000.
What do I need to sell my home in Old Irving Park?
Before closing, the seller must obtain a City of Chicago water Full Payment Certificate confirming a final water reading with no outstanding balance, and provide the required residential heating-cost disclosure. Plus the standard signed contract and Illinois PTAX-203 transfer declaration. I confirm the current requirements for your property.
What is my Old Irving Park home worth?
It depends on your home's location, size, condition, and current buyer demand. Chris Powell provides a free, no-obligation Old Irving Park home valuation based on real comparable sales. Start here.
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