Contingent

$289,900

5129 S Menard Ave, Chicago, IL 60638

3beds

1,300sqft

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Townhouse, Single Family Residence

Built in 1950

3,429 Square Feet Lot

$286,400 Zestimate^®

$223/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Full open basementAttached georgian homeSpacious bedroomsCentral air conditioningHardwood floors throughout

Beautiful attached Georgian home in the heart of Garfield Ridge! This move-in-ready house has so much to offer. The first level features a spacious living room, kitchen, and one bedroom, which can also be used as a dining room. The second floor offers two spacious bedrooms and one full bathroom. The home also includes a full, open basement and a sump pump, hardwood floors throughout, and central air conditioning. The backyard is summer-ready and perfect for BBQs, entertaining, and outdoor activities. Garage for 1.5 car. Conveniently located just 16 minutes from downtown Chicago with easy access to I-55, this home is situated in a welcoming neighborhood near Midway International Airport. Walking distance to Public Transportation, Schools, Stores, and restaurants. Pleasant walking community. Don't miss this opportunity - schedule a tour today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Rooms

Room types: No additional rooms

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 187 Square Feet
Dimensions: 17X11

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Second
Area: 108 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X09

Bedroom 3

Level: Main
Area: 110 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X10

Kitchen

Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
Level: Main
Area: 108 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X09

Living room

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 198 Square Feet
Dimensions: 18X11

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Washer, Dryer

Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Windows: Screens
Basement: Unfinished,Full

Interior area

Total structure area: 0
Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 3,429 Square Feet
Dimensions: 27X127

Details

Parcel number: 19084040690000
Special conditions: None
Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

Construction

Type & style

Home type: Townhouse
Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1950

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Fuses
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Community & HOA

HOA

Amenities included: None
Services included: None

Location

Region: Chicago

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $223/sqft
Tax assessed value: $220,000
Annual tax amount: $3,758
Date on market: 6/23/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$286,400

$272,000 - $301,000

$2,081/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/8/2026	Contingent	$289,900$223/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12685466 Report a problem
6/23/2026	Listed for sale	$289,900-3.3%$223/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12685466 Report a problem
6/23/2026	Listing removed	$299,900$231/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12672318 Report a problem
6/16/2026	Contingent	$299,900$231/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12672318 Report a problem
6/9/2026	Listed for sale	$299,900+130.7%$231/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12672318 Report a problem
9/21/2015	Sold	$130,000$100/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	--	$22,000 +4.8%
2023	$3,731 +3.2%	$20,999
2022	$3,616 +1.8%	$20,999
2021	$3,553 +56.3%	$20,999 +57.8%
2020	$2,274 -0.4%	$13,309 -10%
2019	$2,282 +1.8%	$14,788
2018	$2,243 +14.1%	$14,788 +18.2%
2017	$1,966 -21.5%	$12,509
2016	$2,505 +9.3%	$12,509
2015	$2,292 +318.3%	$12,509 +6.8%
2014	$548 -0.4%	$11,709
2013	$550 +6.8%	$11,709
2012	$515 -6.1%	$11,709 -19.8%
2011	$548 +10.6%	$14,605
2010	$496 +6.6%	$14,605
2009	$465 -8.5%	$14,605 -23.4%
2008	$508 -11.9%	$19,058
2007	$577 -5.8%	$19,058
2006	$612 -15%	$19,058 +21.7%
2005	$721 -4.8%	$15,666
2004	$757 -9.9%	$15,666
2003	$840 -40.2%	$15,666 +47.1%
2002	$1,405 +38.2%	$10,653
2001	$1,016 -8.8%	$10,653
2000	$1,114 +0%	$10,653 +19.6%
1999	$1,114	$8,909

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge

Getting around

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

43 / 100

Some Transit

64 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Twain Elementary School
Grades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
1/10
Kennedy High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

District: 299

Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.