Great location for this beautiful Cape Cod in much sought after Garfield Ridge. Featuring 5 bedrooms (2 on the main level, 2 on the second level & 1 in the basement). Kitchen has been updated with lovely refinished cocoa colored cabinets, counter tops are Corian. Kitchen island has a Quartz top. The island isn't secured to the floor for easy removal. Stainless steel refrigerator 1 yr old. (3 yr warranty left). The electric oven also has a gas line behind it. 2 full baths both remodeled. 2nd fl bath has a whirlpool tub and a steam shower. North side of 2nd floor has been dormed out adding extra space to the bedrooms. 2 car garage overhead door height is 6' 5". Party door on yard side. Main level & 2nd fl have Engineered Hardwood Flooring w/Eco Ultra Quiet Foam installed in 2020. New hot water tank in 2024. House was tuck pointed in 2024. Chimney brickwork redone in 2021, also new cap. Also in 2021 2nd fl siding, trim & wider gutters replaced. A/C 2015. Whole house has been recently painted in neutral color. Portable gas fireplace in basement will stay. The location is perfect! High School & Grammar School both just blocks away. Jewel food store also very close. Easy access to Bus line, Stevenson Expressway & Midway Airport. It's not going to last, make your appointment today! Calling for highest & best by tomorrow Sunday June 15th 7:00 PM
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$415,000
5531 S McVicker Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
5beds
943sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
3,750 Square Feet Lot
$437,900 Zestimate®
$440/sqft
$3,263 Estimated rent
Home value
$437,900
$394,000 - $490,000
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Portable gas fireplaceEngineered hardwood flooringWhirlpool tubSteam shower
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Listing courtesy of:
Toni Bottger 773-860-0028,
RE/MAX Enterprises
Bought with:
Simplisio Perez
Kale Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12393277
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Aluminum Frames, Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Aluminum Frames, Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Aluminum Frames, Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Aluminum Frames, Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X21
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X20
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Aluminum Frames, Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Aluminum Frames, Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Electric Cooktop
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Dormer,Finished,Full,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Free Standing, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,829
- Total interior livable area: 943 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 943
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 3,750 sqft
- Dimensions: 30 X 125
- Features: Mature Trees, Garden
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 19171070390000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Details
- Builder model: CAPE COD
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2025 | Sold | $415,000+2.5%$440/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12393277 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2025 | Pending sale | $405,000$429/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12393277 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $405,000$429/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12393277 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Listing removed | $405,000$429/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12386040 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2025 | Contingent | $405,000$429/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12386040 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $405,000+156.3%$429/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12386040 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/1999 | Sold | $158,000+38.6%$168/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/1994 | Sold | $114,000$121/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $26,000 +8.3% |
| 2023 | $4,247 +3.2% | $23,999 |
| 2022 | $4,115 +2.3% | $23,999 |
| 2021 | $4,022 +29.3% | $23,999 +36.4% |
| 2020 | $3,111 -0.3% | $17,596 -10% |
| 2019 | $3,121 -2.6% | $19,552 |
| 2018 | $3,204 +14.2% | $19,552 +19.8% |
| 2017 | $2,806 +0.7% | $16,326 |
| 2016 | $2,788 +10.2% | $16,326 |
| 2015 | $2,529 +3.9% | $16,326 +4.8% |
| 2014 | $2,434 +2.5% | $15,584 |
| 2013 | $2,375 +0.3% | $15,584 |
| 2012 | $2,368 -20% | $15,584 -31% |
| 2011 | $2,961 +21.6% | $22,598 |
| 2010 | $2,434 -7.1% | $22,598 |
| 2009 | $2,619 +3.4% | $22,598 -6.8% |
| 2008 | $2,534 +17.2% | $24,247 |
| 2007 | $2,163 +8.2% | $24,247 |
| 2006 | $1,999 -4.4% | $24,247 +43.3% |
| 2005 | $2,090 +1% | $16,917 |
| 2004 | $2,070 +4.4% | $16,917 |
| 2003 | $1,982 -18.3% | $16,917 +26.5% |
| 2002 | $2,427 +22.1% | $13,377 |
| 2001 | $1,987 +3.1% | $13,377 |
| 2000 | $1,927 0% | $13,377 +12.1% |
| 1999 | $1,928 | $11,928 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Kinzie Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Kennedy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 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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