$1,000,000
4896 N Hermitage AvenueChicago, IL 60640
Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 12037554 · Listed 16 days ago (Oct 14, 2026)
25 mi straight line to Four Lakes Snow Sports (local ski area) · Ski access details
Under contract: The seller has accepted an offer with conditions. Some sellers still accept backup offers.
About this property
Ravenswood single-family home featuring 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths across three finished levels, with two second-floor decks and a full lower level with its own entrance plus wet bar and entertaining space, all on an oversized lot. A covered front porch with columns leads into the main level, featuring hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings, crown molding, ceiling medallions, and arched doorways. The combined living and family room features a wood-burning fireplace and a bay of front windows overlooking the trees on Hermitage. The separate dining room, with space for a table of 8, opens to the patio and yard. The eat-in kitchen includes granite counters, wood cabinetry, a stainless steel appliance package with a Bosch dishwasher, and a pantry closet. Rounding out the main level are a bedroom and full bath, plus laundry with an LG front-load washer and dryer. The second floor has two bedrooms, each opening onto a private deck, along with a den with a skylight and a full bath. The finished lower level has a separate exterior entrance, wet bar, projector, a full bath, two bedrooms, and a recreation room. Central air was installed in 2022. The roof was replaced in 2023. The sellers replaced all single-pane windows and the three large picture windows, so every window in the home is now double-pane. Exterior updates also include a new patio, paver walkways, and a fence. Mariano's and the Ravenswood Metra station are a short walk away and sit side by side on Lawrence. Chase Park, with its outdoor pool, and Winnemac Park are both nearby. You are positioned perfectly between Lincoln Square and Andersonville with the Damen Brown Line and the 22 Clark bus both within walking distance. A home like this rarely comes up in Ravenswood, come tour it today!
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Four Lakes Snow SportsIL · homes near it | Local ski area | 25 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Villa OliviaIL · homes near it | Local ski area | 28 mi | Visitor entranceVisitor entrance, lodge or trailhead |
| Kenosha County Cross Country Ski TrailsWI · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 42 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Wilmot MountainWI · homes near it | Alpine resort | 45 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 8:09 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Vesta Preferred LLC.
Features for skiers
- Fireplace (mentioned in description)
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $1,000,000
- Status
- Under contract
- Property type
- Homes, condos and townhomes
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full baths
- 3
- Lot size
- 0.11 acres
- Year built
- 1886
- County
- Cook County
- MLS number
- 12037554
- Annual property tax (2024)
- $17,620
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Features
Appliances
- Washer
- Range
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Dryer
- Disposal
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Hardwood
Basement
- Walk-Out Access
- Finished
Heating
- Forced Air
- Baseboard
- Gas
- Electric
Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Aluminum
Roof
- Asphalt
Water
- Other (Water Source)
Sewer
- Public Sewer
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Chicago.
Price and status history
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
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Estimated monthly payment
$6,817 per month
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of Vesta Preferred LLC. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Oct 22, 2026, 5:07 PM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 7:53 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.