*This incredible two-story property in Garfield Ridge sits on an oversized Chicago lot. Home features 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 car garage (with extra space for 2 more cars off the alley). It combines high-quality finishes, great design, and luxury* The open floor plan on the main level offers great entertaining space and the stunning floor-to-ceiling European windows provide an abundance of natural light. The gourmet kitchen has tons of custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, SS appliances, a sizable island, bright living room with an electric fireplace, an oversize dining room and a powder room* Master suite is located on the second level and features floor-to-ceiling windows, two closets (one walk-in), stunning accent wall, luxurious bathroom with double sinks, a separate rain shower, and a soaking bath. Two more bedrooms and a full bath are located on this floor. All the closets have custom built-ins* The lower level features a family room, a remarkable dry bar with a beverage cooler, and a unique wine cellar. Another good size bedroom is located on the same level as well as a full stylish bathroom, a large laundry room, and a mechanical room* Backyard with a sizable deck, covered patio with built-in bar, herb garden, french door leading to garage and extra 22' X 22" storage space over the garage* It is hard to list all the excellent perks this home has to offer: high ceilings, hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, fashionable light fixtures, custom cabinetry, built-ins, trimming, accent walls, spray on insulation, exterior LP siding, and much more... *Located near park, schools, shopping, restaurants, expressway & airport this home is truly "one of a kind" with no detail spared or overlooked* You must see it in person*
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$652,000
5841 S Merrimac Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
4beds
3,015sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
4,260.2 Square Feet Lot
$712,800 Zestimate®
$216/sqft
$3,779 Estimated rent
Home value
$712,800
$677,000 - $756,000
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Electric fireplaceGreat designFashionable light fixturesHigh-quality finishesOversized chicago lotFloor-to-ceiling windowsHerb garden
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Agata Klejka 630-297-8088,
Pro 1 Realty Inc
Bought with:
Jovita Acevedo, GRI
Acevedo Realty Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11794233
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bar entertainment
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X7
Deck
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Custom Cabinetry, SolidSurfaceCounter), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 460 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X20
Other
- Features: Flooring (Sustainable)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X4
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Dry Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Rec/Family Area,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,012
- Total interior livable area: 3,015 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced,Chain Link,Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,260 sqft
- Dimensions: 34 X 125.3
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Garage(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 19171270250000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/25/2023 | Sold | $652,000-4.9%$216/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794233 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2023 | Pending sale | $685,300$227/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794233 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $685,300$227/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794233 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794233 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2023 | Contingent | $685,300$227/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794233 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2023 | Listed for sale | $685,300+225.9%$227/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11794233 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2022 | Sold | $210,300+16.9%$70/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11268282 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2021 | Pending sale | $179,900$60/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11268282 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2021 | Listed for sale | $179,900$60/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11268282 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $60,800 +164.4% |
| 2023 | $4,879 +2.6% | $22,999 |
| 2022 | $4,757 +2.9% | $22,999 |
| 2021 | $4,625 +11.9% | $22,999 +24.8% |
| 2020 | $4,134 +144.4% | $18,436 -10% |
| 2019 | $1,692 +1.5% | $20,485 |
| 2018 | $1,666 -6.6% | $20,485 +11.6% |
| 2017 | $1,784 -18.4% | $18,352 |
| 2016 | $2,186 +4% | $18,352 |
| 2015 | $2,103 +0.8% | $18,352 +15.2% |
| 2014 | $2,086 -0.4% | $15,926 |
| 2013 | $2,093 +17.3% | $15,926 |
| 2012 | $1,785 -40.5% | $15,926 -33% |
| 2011 | $2,999 +3.4% | $23,756 |
| 2010 | $2,900 +31.8% | $23,756 |
| 2009 | $2,201 +3.5% | $23,756 -8.9% |
| 2008 | $2,127 +2.5% | $26,065 |
| 2007 | $2,075 +1.4% | $26,065 |
| 2006 | $2,047 -5.1% | $26,065 +35.5% |
| 2005 | $2,156 +1.5% | $19,236 |
| 2004 | $2,123 +3.4% | $19,236 |
| 2003 | $2,053 -4.9% | $19,236 +30.6% |
| 2002 | $2,159 +6.5% | $14,734 |
| 2001 | $2,027 +5.4% | $14,734 |
| 2000 | $1,924 +0.4% | $14,734 +13.1% |
| 1999 | $1,918 | $13,023 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Kinzie Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Kennedy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 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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