Sold421d on market
5244 S Merrimac Ave
Chicago, IL, 60638 • Garfield Ridge • Cook County
$274,900
$250/sqft
2Beds
2Baths
1,100Sqft
0.09 acLot
1950Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1950 · 76 years of history
2-Car Garage
On Site · Detached · Garage
This home is in high demand
Listed 421 days ago · 2 views · Top 4% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
2 views
People checking out this listing
421 days on market
Established listing
$250/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 4% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1950
Garfield Ridge solid Raised Ranch with two bedrooms and two baths. Full basement, two-car garage, huge addition (currently being utilized as the main floor bedroom.) This residence boasts good bones. The long-term owner has meticulously maintained every detail over the years. All major components have been updated, including a newer roof, gas-forced air/central air (2 years), and newer windows installed within the last decade. It is an ideal starter home for families or those downsizing. The full basement awaits your ideas - adds so much more space for family enjoyment, and the backyard is perfect for summertime recreation. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and transportation. Schedule a viewing today and appreciate the beautiful hardwood floors throughout. With your personal touches, you will call this one home.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights huge addition, solid raised ranch, and two baths as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,714/month
Principal & Interest$1,348
Property Tax$275
Insurance$92
Down payment20% ($54,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $219,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1950
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot3,875 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1950
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Site, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Lot3,875 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGarfield Ridge
Annual tax$3,042
Parcel1908310049
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
7 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
On Site
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main11×11 ft121 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom2
Main11×11 ft121 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market421
Est. value$290,100
Est. rent$1,979/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$250
On marketJan 2, 2025
PostedJan 2, 2025
Last sold$274,900
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedFeb 18, 2025
Tour days6
Views2
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60638
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 12, 2025Sold$274,900$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 18, 2025Contingent$274,900$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 9, 2025Listed For Sale$274,900$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 6, 2025Pending Sale$274,900$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 2, 2025Listed For Sale$274,900$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$274,900
Feb 12, 2025•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$274,900
Jan 18, 2025•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$274,900
Jan 9, 2025•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$274,900
Jan 6, 2025•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$274,900
Jan 2, 2025•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$3,160$20,864
Apr 10, 2022$3,042$20,864
Apr 10, 2021$3,218$21,999
Apr 10, 2020$2,779$17,978
Apr 10, 2019$2,791$19,976
Apr 10, 2018$2,742$19,976
Apr 10, 2017$1,815$14,451
Apr 10, 2016$2,050$14,451
Apr 10, 2015$1,837$14,451
Apr 10, 2014$2,734$14,624
Apr 10, 2013$1,855$14,624
Apr 10, 2012$1,872$14,624
Apr 10, 2011$2,683$21,834
Apr 10, 2010$2,135$21,834
Apr 10, 2009$1,919$21,834
Apr 10, 2008$1,853$24,037
Apr 10, 2007$1,809$24,037
Apr 10, 2006$1,729$24,037
Apr 10, 2005$1,824$16,384
Apr 10, 2004$1,794$16,384
Apr 10, 2003$1,738$16,384
Apr 10, 2002$1,826$12,899
Apr 10, 2001$1,706$12,899
Apr 10, 2000$1,874$12,899
Apr 10, 1999$1,874$11,653
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Chicago, IL • Cook County
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Nearby zip codes
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