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$465,000

5530 S Merrimac Ave, Chicago, IL 60638

6beds

2,750sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1969

3,150 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$169/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

All-brick chicago bungalowSolar panelsDedicated laundry room

Rare opportunity in the heart of Garfield Ridge. This expansive all-brick Chicago Bungalow delivers over 4,000 sq ft of fully finished, heated living space across three levels, a true standout in the neighborhood. With 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths, the layout is ideal for large families or multi-generational living, featuring a fully independent second floor with its own living room, three bedrooms, and a primary bedroom. The finished basement adds over 1,200 sq ft of additional space complete with a dedicated laundry room and a classic laundry chute from the second floor. Hardwood floors throughout the main floor, with hardwood waiting under the rugs on the second floor as well. Major mechanicals are within 5-10 years of age, including the furnace, boiler, solar panels, and roof for both the home and garage.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Rooms

Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 210 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14X15

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 130 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X13

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 110 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X10

Bedroom 4

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 99 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X9

Bedroom 5

Level: Second
Area: 143 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X13

Bedroom 6

Level: Basement
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X10

Dining room

Level: Main
Dimensions: COMBO

Family room

Features: Flooring (Carpet)
Level: Second
Area: 250 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X25

Kitchen

Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar), Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 216 Square Feet
Dimensions: 9X24

Laundry

Level: Basement
Area: 275 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X25

Living room

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 198 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X18

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Chute, Sink

Features

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Dining Combo
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Windows: Window Treatments
Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Attic: Finished,Full

Interior area

Total structure area: 4,033
Total interior livable area: 2,750 sqft
Finished area below ground: 1,283

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Features

Stories: 2
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 3,150 Square Feet
Dimensions: 25x126

Details

Parcel number: 19171020390000
Special conditions: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow,Cape Cod
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1969

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Lake Michigan

Community & HOA

HOA

Services included: None

Location

Region: Chicago

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $169/sqft
Tax assessed value: $360,000
Annual tax amount: $4,439
Date on market: 5/30/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/30/2026	Listed for sale	$465,000$169/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12662690 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	--	$36,000 +24.1%
2023	$6,152 +34.2%	$28,999
2022	$4,583 -0.9%	$28,999
2021	$4,626 +14.3%	$28,999 +22.7%
2020	$4,048 -10.6%	$23,636 -17.2%
2019	$4,525 +1.7%	$28,554
2018	$4,448 +14.8%	$28,554 +19.2%
2017	$3,875 -2.3%	$23,957
2016	$3,967 +10.4%	$23,957
2015	$3,592 +14.4%	$23,957 +13.1%
2014	$3,139 +2.6%	$21,189
2013	$3,058 0%	$21,189
2012	$3,059 -21.8%	$21,189 -22.5%
2011	$3,913 +16.9%	$27,349
2010	$3,346 +14.4%	$27,349
2009	$2,924 +0.3%	$27,349 -20.3%
2008	$2,915 +5.7%	$34,317
2007	$2,757 +1.2%	$34,317
2006	$2,723 -4.9%	$34,317 +50.2%
2005	$2,864 +1.4%	$22,850
2004	$2,824 +3.7%	$22,850
2003	$2,724 -5%	$22,850 +22.6%
2002	$2,868 +5.8%	$18,645
2001	$2,712 -12.4%	$18,645
2000	$3,096 -0.3%	$18,645 +3.9%
1999	$3,105	$17,950

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge

Getting around

76 / 100

Very Walkable

44 / 100

Some Transit

57 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

8/10
Kinzie Elementary School
Grades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
1/10
Kennedy High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Kinzie Elementary School
Middle: Kinzie Elementary School
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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