Spacious & Stylish Condo in Prime Garfield Ridge Location! Welcome to this beautifully maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo offering comfort, convenience, and space all in one! Located on the 2nd floor of a secure elevator building, this bright and inviting unit features soaring 9' ceilings, newer carpeting, and fresh paint throughout, creating a clean and modern feel from the moment you walk in. Enjoy entertaining or relaxing in the oversized living room with a cozy gas log fireplace and sliding glass doors that open to a private balcony with trex decking - perfect for morning coffee or evening unwinding. You'll love the pull-out drawers in the kitchen! Both bedrooms are exceptionally large, offering plenty of room for king-sized beds, home office setups, or extra seating areas. The building includes interior heated parking, an extra storage space (#8, 7x8), and no stairs required thanks to elevator access - ideal for easy everyday living. New hot water heater in 2024. Conveniently located in sought-after Garfield Ridge, you're close to shopping, dining, transportation, and more. This move-in-ready condo is a rare find - schedule your showing today!
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$259,900
5417 S Melvina Ave APT 203, Chicago, IL 60638
2beds
950sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
-- sqft lot
$275,100 Zestimate®
$274/sqft
$1,924 Estimated rent
Home value
$275,100
$248,000 - $305,000
$1,924/mo
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Cozy gas log fireplaceKing-sized bedsHome office setupsFresh paintExtra seating areasSliding glass doorsNewer carpeting
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Ann Wood, ABR,CSC,E-PRO,PSA,RENE,SFR,SRS 815-263-8855,
CRIS Realty
Bought with:
James Hoop
Century 21 Kroll Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12372726
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X13
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X16
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Elevator, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
- Windows: Drapes
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Electric, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 950 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 19083280221005
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Water, Parking, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $300 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $274/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $222,880
- Annual tax amount: $2,327
- Date on market: 5/22/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2025 | Sold | $259,900$274/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12372726 Report a problem | ||
| 6/11/2025 | Price change | $259,900-1.9%$274/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12372726 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $264,900+29.2%$279/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12372726 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2001 | Sold | $205,000$216/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,286 +41.2% | $22,288 +31.1% |
| 2023 | $2,328 +4.4% | $16,999 |
| 2022 | $2,230 +0.8% | $16,999 |
| 2021 | $2,213 +25.6% | $16,999 +26% |
| 2020 | $1,762 -0.8% | $13,494 -10.1% |
| 2019 | $1,777 +1.8% | $15,017 |
| 2018 | $1,745 +51.7% | $15,017 +31.5% |
| 2017 | $1,150 -19.5% | $11,419 |
| 2016 | $1,430 +12.7% | $11,419 |
| 2015 | $1,268 -22.4% | $11,419 -13.6% |
| 2014 | $1,634 -15.1% | $13,209 |
| 2013 | $1,924 +0.1% | $13,209 |
| 2012 | $1,923 +29.6% | $13,209 +18.2% |
| 2011 | $1,483 -2.6% | $11,172 |
| 2010 | $1,522 +3.9% | $11,172 |
| 2009 | $1,464 -50.2% | $11,172 -50% |
| 2008 | $2,940 +0.6% | $22,344 |
| 2007 | $2,924 -0.6% | $22,344 |
| 2006 | $2,943 -3% | $22,344 +9.5% |
| 2005 | $3,034 +1.6% | $20,397 |
| 2004 | $2,985 +1.6% | $20,397 |
| 2003 | $2,938 | $20,397 |
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Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Byrne Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Kennedy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 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.
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