Sold331d on market
5340 S Merrimac Ave
Chicago, IL, 60638 • Garfield Ridge • Cook County
$389,500
$315/sqft
6Beds
3Baths
1,238Sqft
0.11 acLot
1958Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1958 · 68 years of history
2-Car Garage
On Site · Detached · Garage
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331 days on market
Established listing
$315/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1958
This oversized raised ranch in the highly sought-after Garfield Ridge neighborhood is in pristine condition and offers ample space for comfortable living. The main level features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, including a full bath with a relaxing jacuzzi tub. The fully finished basement boasts 3 additional bedrooms, a second kitchen with brand-new cabinets, a full bathroom, and a spacious family room-ideal for gatherings and entertaining. This home is perfect for multi-generational living or an in-law arrangement. Additional highlights include a brand-new roof (2024) and double-pane windows (approximately 10 years old) for energy efficiency. Don't miss out on this incredible home-schedule your showing today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fully finished basement, oversized raised ranch, and pristine condition as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,429/month
Principal & Interest$1,909
Property Tax$390
Insurance$130
Down payment20% ($77,900)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $311,600 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1958
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot4,687 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1958
Systems
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan, Public / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Site, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Lot4,687 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGarfield Ridge
Annual tax$2,537
Parcel1908318067
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
6 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
On Site
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main12×13 ft156 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Main12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Main12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Basement12×11 ft132 sqft
Bedroom5
Basement12×11 ft132 sqft
Bedroom6
Basement12×8 ft96 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market331
Est. value$403,500
Est. rent$2,594/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$315
On marketMar 14, 2025
PostedMar 14, 2025
Last sold$389,500
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedMay 14, 2025
Tour days6
Views1
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60638
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
May 12, 2025Sold$389,500$315MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 31, 2025Contingent$400,000$323MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 26, 2025Price Change$400,000$323MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 14, 2025Listed For Sale$415,000$335MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$389,500
May 12, 2025•$315/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$400,000
Mar 31, 2025•$323/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$400,000
Mar 26, 2025•$323/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$415,000
Mar 14, 2025•$335/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$2,537$23,999
Apr 9, 2022$2,552$23,999
Apr 9, 2021$2,416$23,999
Apr 9, 2020$2,509$21,943
Apr 9, 2019$2,501$24,382
Apr 9, 2018$2,464$24,382
Apr 9, 2017$2,639$20,004
Apr 9, 2016$3,529$20,004
Apr 9, 2015$3,208$20,004
Apr 9, 2014$2,945$18,319
Apr 9, 2013$2,876$18,319
Apr 9, 2012$2,863$18,319
Apr 9, 2011$3,482$25,385
Apr 9, 2010$2,890$25,385
Apr 9, 2009$2,537$25,385
Apr 9, 2008$2,977$27,310
Apr 9, 2007$2,601$27,310
Apr 9, 2006$2,373$27,310
Apr 9, 2005$2,482$19,305
Apr 9, 2004$2,458$19,305
Apr 9, 2003$2,354$19,305
Apr 9, 2002$2,819$15,541
Apr 9, 2001$2,365$15,541
Apr 9, 2000$2,362$15,541
Apr 9, 1999$2,362$14,168
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Chicago, IL • Cook County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
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