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    • Price cut: $25K (9/3)
    $349,000

    5342 S Melvina Ave, Chicago, IL 60638

    3beds
    1,011sqft
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    $2,675/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1954
    3,750 Square Feet Lot
    $347,700 Zestimate®
    $345/sqft
    $-- HOA

    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!
    22 days
    2,570
    155

    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Angelica Rodriguez (773)458-0191,

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    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: $345/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $270,000
      • Annual tax amount: $932
      • Date on market: 8/19/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $347,700

        $330,000 - $365,000

        $3,149/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        9/10/2026Contingent$349,000$345/sqft
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        9/3/2026Price change$349,000-6.7%$345/sqft
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        8/27/2026Price change$374,000-4.1%$370/sqft
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        8/19/2026Listed for sale$389,900+32.2%$386/sqft
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        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
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        1/21/2025Contingent$299,000$296/sqft
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        1/16/2025Listed for sale$299,000$296/sqft
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        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
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge

        Getting around

        77 / 100
        Very Walkable
        44 / 100
        Some Transit
        60 / 100
        Bikeable

        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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