Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2 bedroom raised ranch, perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy city living with comfort and style. This solid brick home has been thoughtfully modified to create an open-concept floor plan, blending modern updates with timeless character. Step inside and you'll find a bright, airy living space that flows effortlessly into the dining / kitchen areas - with recessed lighting (2023) that dims to set the perfect ambiance. The stunning kitchen remodel (2018) features quartz countertops, beautiful tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, updated flooring and a breakfast bar for extra seating. You'll find gorgeous refinished hardwood floors (2018) throughout the rest of main level. The new AC (2022), updated electrical panel (2022), newer windows, and updated exterior doors all offer peace of mind. The finished basement adds incredible versatility with a bar area and extra bump-out - ideal for a future 3rd bedroom, office, gym, or flex space to fit your lifestyle. Practical updates include a flood control system (2019), ensuring the home stays storm-safe. Enjoy the best of both worlds with clean, efficient boiler heat in the winter and central air in the summer. The roof was replaced in 2010. Outdoors, enjoy a large fenced backyard, perfect for all your gatherings. Parking is a breeze with a detached 2-car garage plus an attached covered concrete carport - which also doubles as a great entertaining space for family and friends. Enjoy this PRIME Chicago location - perfectly situated near shopping, dining, schools, transportation, and expressways - this home offers everything you need for convenient city living! Selling AS-IS as there's nothing left to do here!
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$320,000
5725 S Monitor Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
2beds
1,870sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
4,199.18 Square Feet Lot
$334,100 Zestimate®
$171/sqft
$2,103 Estimated rent
Home value
$334,100
$301,000 - $371,000
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Modern updatesFinished basementLarge fenced backyardRecessed lightingOpen-concept floor planBar areaStunning kitchen remodel
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Jennifer Amelio 708-424-1199,
Century 21 Circle
Bought with:
Valeria Flores
Su Familia Real Estate Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12456308
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 544 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X34
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X24
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,870
- Total interior livable area: 1,870 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Carport, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,199 sqft
- Dimensions: 33 x 124
Details
- Parcel number: 19172190260000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Closed Circuit Camera(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2025 | Sold | $320,000-2.9%$171/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12456308 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Contingent | $329,500$176/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12456308 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $329,500+23.9%$176/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12456308 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2023 | Sold | $266,000+0.4%$142/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11712161 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2023 | Contingent | $264,872$142/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11712161 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2023 | Listed for sale | $264,872$142/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11712161 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2023 | Contingent | $264,872$142/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11712161 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $264,872+39.4%$142/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11712161 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2018 | Sold | $190,000+3%$102/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2018 | Pending sale | $184,500$99/sqft |
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| 4/6/2018 | Listed for sale | $184,500$99/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $26,000 +18.2% |
| 2023 | $3,964 +3.1% | $21,999 |
| 2022 | $3,843 +2.4% | $21,999 |
| 2021 | $3,754 +33.2% | $21,999 +40.4% |
| 2020 | $2,818 +8.9% | $15,671 -17.4% |
| 2019 | $2,588 +289.9% | $18,971 |
| 2018 | $664 -6.6% | $18,971 +11.5% |
| 2017 | $711 -37.1% | $17,021 |
| 2016 | $1,130 +4% | $17,021 |
| 2015 | $1,087 +0.8% | $17,021 +17.4% |
| 2014 | $1,078 -0.4% | $14,499 |
| 2013 | $1,082 +6.8% | $14,499 |
| 2012 | $1,013 +4.2% | $14,499 -37.3% |
| 2011 | $973 +10.6% | $23,128 |
| 2010 | $880 +6.5% | $23,128 |
| 2009 | $826 -6.5% | $23,128 -6.8% |
| 2008 | $884 -8.6% | $24,807 |
| 2007 | $968 -5.8% | $24,807 |
| 2006 | $1,027 -12.9% | $24,807 +45.1% |
| 2005 | $1,179 -5.6% | $17,102 |
| 2004 | $1,250 -7.1% | $17,102 |
| 2003 | $1,346 -11.6% | $17,102 +24.6% |
| 2002 | $1,522 -6.6% | $13,730 |
| 2001 | $1,630 -18.6% | $13,730 |
| 2000 | $2,003 | $13,730 +11.5% |
| 1999 | $2,003 | $12,316 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Kinzie Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Kennedy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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