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    5342 S Melvina Ave, Chicago, IL 60638

    3beds
    1,011sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1954
    3,750 Square Feet Lot
    $350,200 Zestimate®
    $346/sqft
    $2,713 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $350,200

    $319,000 - $385,000

    $2,713/mo

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    What's special

    Beautiful brick homeLovely fenced yardEat-in kitchenInviting covered patioHuge full basementStainless steel appliances
    BEAUTIFUL BRICK HOME IN THE HEART OF GARFIELD RIDGE! Welcome home to this charming and spacious 3-bedroom brick residence offering comfortable living and plenty of room to entertain. Step inside to a bright, inviting living room and an eat-in kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and ample space for everyday dining.***The huge full basement provides exceptional additional living space, featuring an expansive family room with a bar area-perfect for gatherings, entertaining, movie nights, or simply relaxing at home. A large laundry room offers additional convenience and plenty of storage, while an extra room with a generous closet provides excellent flexibility and could potentially be converted into a 4th bedroom with a few modifications, or used as a home office, hobby room, workout space, or additional storage.***Step outside to enjoy the lovely fenced yard and inviting covered patio: an ideal spot for outdoor seating, summer cookouts, morning coffee, and entertaining family and friends. The 2-car garage offers additional cabinetry and storage for added convenience.***Located in the highly desirable area of Garfield Ridge, surrounded by great schools, parks, restaurants, shopping, and neighborhood businesses, with convenient access to I-55 for an easy commute. Enjoy everything this thriving and well-established Chicago neighborhood has to offer.* Walking distance to restaurants, banks, library, urgent care clinic, parks, bakery, ice cream shop etc. DON'T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE THIS WONDERFUL HOME YOUR OWN-SCHEDULE YOUR SHOWING TODAY!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Angelica Rodriguez (773)458-0191,

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    Bought with:

    Josue Duarte

    Duarte Realty Company

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12736809MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Storage
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 130 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X10
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X10
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 90 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X9
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Double Pane Windows)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X12
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Garden Window(s))
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 550 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 22X25
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X12
    Laundry
    • Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Garden Window(s))
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 150 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X15
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 260 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 20X13
    Storage
    • Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Garden Window(s))
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 150 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X10
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
    Features
    • Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Dining Combo, Workshop
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Bay Window(s), Double Pane Windows, Insulated Windows, Screens
    • Basement: Finished,Rec/Family Area,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,022
    • Total interior livable area: 1,011 sqft
    • Finished area below ground: 1,011

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Fencing: Fenced,Chain Link
    Lot
    • Size: 3,750 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 30 X 125
    Details
    • Parcel number: 19083190570000
    • Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany,Standard
    • Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Step Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Brick
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1954

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    HOA
    • Services included: None
    Location
    • Region: Chicago

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $346/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $270,000
    • Annual tax amount: $932
    • Date on market: 8/19/2026
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/15/2026Sold$350,000+0.3%$346/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12736809 Report a problem
    9/10/2026Contingent$349,000$345/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12736809 Report a problem
    9/3/2026Price change$349,000-6.7%$345/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12736809 Report a problem
    8/27/2026Price change$374,000-4.1%$370/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12736809 Report a problem
    8/19/2026Listed for sale$389,900+32.2%$386/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12736809 Report a problem
    6/19/2026Listing removed$3,200$3/sqft
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    3/20/2026Listed for rent$3,200+6.7%$3/sqft
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    4/22/2025Listing removed$3,000$3/sqft
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    4/20/2025Listed for rent$3,000+5.3%$3/sqft
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    4/19/2025Listing removed$2,850$3/sqft
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    4/18/2025Listed for rent$2,850$3/sqft
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    3/3/2025Sold$295,000-1.3%$292/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269353 Report a problem
    1/21/2025Contingent$299,000$296/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269353 Report a problem
    1/16/2025Listed for sale$299,000$296/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12269353 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$933 -5.5%$27,000 +17.4%
    2023$987 -0.6%$23,000
    2022$993 +5.6%$23,000
    2021$940 -3.7%$23,000 +15.5%
    2020$976 +0.3%$19,918 -10%
    2019$973 +1.5%$22,132
    2018$958 -6.6%$22,132 +33.6%
    2017$1,026 -28.8%$16,565
    2016$1,441 +4%$16,565
    2015$1,386 +0.8%$16,565 +17.6%
    2014$1,374 -0.4%$14,081
    2013$1,380 +6.8%$14,081
    2012$1,292 +6.7%$14,081 -33.7%
    2011$1,210 +10.6%$21,234
    2010$1,094 +6.5%$21,234
    2009$1,028 -6%$21,234 +33.9%
    2008$1,093 -7.7%$15,859
    2007$1,185 -5.8%$15,859
    2006$1,258 -12.5%$15,859 +17.6%
    2005$1,437 -5.6%$13,486
    2004$1,523 -6.3%$13,486
    2003$1,626 -11.6%$13,486 +3.9%
    2002$1,839 +7%$12,974
    2001$1,719 -6%$12,974
    2000$1,829 +0%$12,974 +3.5%
    1999$1,829 $12,530
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • High: Kennedy High School
    • 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.

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