SoldForeclosure952d on market
5258 S Merrimac Ave
Chicago, IL, 60638 • Garfield Ridge • Cook County
$285,000
$234/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,216Sqft
0.09 acLot
1949Built
Property DNA
Georgian Style
Built 1949 · 77 years of history
2-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Market activity
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952 days on market
Established listing
$234/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1949
This brick Georgian has great potential. Corner lot location provides natural sunlight all day from the east, south, and west. The 2 car garage is in excellent condition and has a convenient side load access from the main street instead of facing the alley. The back yard is fenced and has a brick paver patio. Most of the house has hardwood floors in the living room, dining room, and all 3 bedrooms. There is a rear addition with family room and full bathroom that could be used as a 4th bedroom suite or in-law arrangement. Updated vinyl windows with storm windows. Ceiling fans throughout the house. The seller does not provide a survey. Tax proration is 100%. Sold as is.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights updated vinyl windows, hardwood floors, and brick paver patio as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,777/month
Principal & Interest$1,397
Property Tax$285
Insurance$95
Down payment20% ($57,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $228,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1949
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot3,750 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleGeorgian
Year built1949
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
FencingFenced
Lot3,750 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGarfield Ridge
Annual tax$3,955
Parcel1908310053
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
In-Law Floorplan
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Sump Pump
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second13×9 ft117 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Second12×9 ft108 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second9×9 ft81 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market952
Est. value$351,200
Est. rent$2,362/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$234
On marketMay 17, 2023
PostedMay 17, 2023
Last sold$285,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedSep 1, 2023
Tour days6
Views1
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60638
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 31, 2023Sold$285,000$234MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 7, 2022Listing Removed——MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 4, 2003Sold$182,000$150Public Record
Sold$285,000
Aug 31, 2023•$234/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Sep 7, 2022•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$182,000
Sep 4, 2003•$150/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$4,176$22,999
Apr 10, 2022$4,050$22,999
Apr 10, 2021$3,955$22,999
Apr 10, 2020$4,189$21,784
Apr 10, 2019$4,201$24,205
Apr 10, 2018$4,129$24,205
Apr 10, 2017$3,092$17,645
Apr 10, 2016$3,054$17,645
Apr 10, 2015$2,773$17,645
Apr 10, 2014$2,763$17,346
Apr 10, 2013$2,698$17,346
Apr 10, 2012$2,687$17,346
Apr 10, 2011$3,576$23,939
Apr 10, 2010$3,129$23,939
Apr 10, 2009$2,830$23,939
Apr 10, 2008$2,847$26,413
Apr 10, 2007$2,507$26,413
Apr 10, 2006$3,823$26,413
Apr 10, 2005$1,952$17,747
Apr 10, 2004$1,933$17,747
Apr 10, 2003$1,851$17,747
Apr 10, 2002$940$12,612
Apr 10, 2001$1,006$12,612
Apr 10, 2000$1,103$12,612
Apr 10, 1999$1,103$11,549
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