Sold321d on market
5605 S Merrimac Ave
Chicago, IL, 60638 • Garfield Ridge • Cook County
$659,900
$186/sqft
5Beds
4Baths
3,548Sqft
0.11 acLot
1953Built
Property DNA
Outdoor Living
Deck
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Gas Starter · Family Room
Covered Arena
Covered Arena
2-Car Garage
Concrete · Side Driveway · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Premium Finishes
Walk-In Closet(s) · Granite Counters
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 321 days ago · 8 views · Top 4% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
321 days on market
Established listing
$186/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 1953
Rarely available, this expansive 2-story home with a full finished basement and a concrete side driveway is a true gem in Garfield Ridge! Developed with a major second-story and family room addition in 2007, and stunningly remodeled in 2025, this home offers the best of timeless construction and modern luxury. Step inside to soaring 9- and 10-foot ceilings on main floor, raised ceilings upstairs, rich hardwood floors across both the main and second levels, and a bright, open floor plan. The gorgeous 2025 custom kitchen features a massive island, elegant white cabinetry, and new high-end appliances, seamlessly flowing into the dining area and oversized family room. From there, step out to a covered back porch complete with a beautiful outdoor wood fireplace (built Fall 2024) - perfect for year-round enjoyment. Upstairs, you'll find a luxurious master suite with a spa-like bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, a soaking tub, double vanity, and heated floors. A second upstairs bathroom boasts a custom walk-in shower and vanity, plus a conveniently located upstairs laundry closet with a new stackable washer and dryer. The finished basement is equally impressive, offering a wet bar, a large recreation room, a 2021 full bath,a 2023 custom laundry area, and a dedicated canning room - ideal for hobbies or extra storage. An additional bedroom in the basement and a main-level office provide versatility for today's lifestyle. Other features include Pella custom windows/doors, solid wood interior doors, statement staircase & banisters, tall baseboards and trim, 2025 designer lighting throughout, fresh 2025 paint, two separate heating and cooling systems, and a 2007-built garage. The fully fenced backyard even includes an additional parking space accessible from the alley! Every update was done for the owners' personal enjoyment - no corners cut, no flip job - just true pride of ownership throughout. All types of financing welcome! If you're looking for a huge, high-quality home in a fantastic Garfield Ridge location, this one checks all the boxes.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights outdoor wood fireplace, finished basement, and custom laundry area as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,072/month
Principal & Interest$3,192
Property Tax$660
Insurance$220
Down payment20% ($131,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.08% rate · 30yr fixed · $527,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1953
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot5,000 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1953
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced
Lot5,000 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGarfield Ridge
Annual tax$6,933
Parcel1917111027
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Wet Bar
Built-in Features
Walk-In Closet(s)
High Ceilings
Open Floorplan
Dining Combo
Granite Counters
Separate Dining Room
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Freezer
Washer
Dryer
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Range Hood
Humidifier
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Radiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Upper Level
Gas Dryer Hookup
In Unit
Multiple Locations
Sink
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Gas Starter
Family Room
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Exterior
Balcony
Parking
Concrete
Side Driveway
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Deck
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Sump Pump
Other Structures
Covered Arena
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second18×16 ft288 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Second12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Second13×11 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom5
Basement10×11 ft110 sqft
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market321
Est. value$683,400
Est. rent$4,639/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$186
On marketApr 25, 2025
PostedApr 25, 2025
Last sold$659,900
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedMay 25, 2025
Tour days6
Views8
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2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60638
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
May 23, 2025Sold$659,900$186MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 29, 2025Contingent$659,900$186MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 25, 2025Listed For Sale$659,900$186MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 28, 2005Sold$260,000$73Public Record
Sold$659,900
May 23, 2025•$186/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$659,900
Apr 29, 2025•$186/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$659,900
Apr 25, 2025•$186/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$260,000
Jul 28, 2005•$73/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$6,933$35,999
Apr 10, 2022$6,739$35,999
Apr 10, 2021$6,569$35,999
Apr 10, 2020$7,647$37,207
Apr 10, 2019$7,666$41,342
Apr 10, 2018$7,536$41,342
Apr 10, 2017$6,069$31,385
Apr 10, 2016$5,824$31,385
Apr 10, 2015$5,309$31,385
Apr 10, 2014$5,020$29,414
Apr 10, 2013$4,911$29,414
Apr 10, 2012$4,870$29,414
Apr 10, 2011$3,909$28,000
Apr 10, 2010$3,795$28,000
Apr 10, 2009$3,468$28,000
Apr 10, 2008$3,880$33,560
Apr 10, 2007$3,496$33,560
Apr 10, 2006$2,719$33,560
Apr 10, 2005$2,497$17,113
Apr 10, 2004$2,794$17,113
Apr 10, 2003$2,734$17,113
Apr 10, 2002$2,317$12,772
Apr 10, 2001$2,235$12,772
Apr 10, 2000$2,388$12,772
Apr 10, 1999$2,404$12,303
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Chicago, IL • Cook County
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Nearby zip codes
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