$366,800
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,056 sqft
5159 S Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
Est. Refi. Payment $2,577/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold May 4, 2018 for $216,900
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$367KSince last month
Decreased$2K (-0.5%)Since last year
Increased$29K (+8.5%)Since last sale
Increased$151K (+69.6%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +99% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $368K |
| July 2026 | $370K |
| June 2026 | $372K |
| May 2026 | $353K |
| April 2026 | $347K |
| March 2026 | $345K |
| February 2026 | $333K |
| January 2026 | $330K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $255,000 | 11/25/25 | 3 | 2 | 900 | |
0.13 | Single-Family Home | $291,500 | 02/20/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,200 | |
0.10 | Single-Family Home | $285,000 | 02/27/26 | 3 | 2 | 859 | |
0.04 | Single-Family Home | $440,000 | 05/04/26 | 5 | 2 | 1,140 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $243,000 | 04/21/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,012 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $355,000 | 03/18/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,280 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $340,000 | 04/27/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,040 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $270,000 | 01/28/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,040 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $359,000 | 06/02/26 | 4 | 1.5 | 864 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 01/09/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,398 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.04 | $440,000 | 5 | 2 | 1,140 | Recently Sold | |
0.02 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.07 | $270,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,040 | Recently Sold | |
0.08 | $279,200 | 2 | 3 | 760 | Off Market | |
0.05 | $371,100 | 4 | 2 | 903 | Off Market | |
0.08 | $350,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,692 | Recently Sold | |
0.10 | $371,500 | 3 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.05 | $329,600 | 3 | 1.5 | 752 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $371,900 | 5 | 2 | 1,250 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $414,000 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,120 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $348,000 | 4 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.11 | $455,000 | 6 | 3 | 1,632 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1952
Living Area
1,056 sqft
Price/Sqft
$347
Parking
Garage
About this House
This single-family home is located at 5159 S Central Ave, Chicago, IL. 5159 S Central Ave is in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood in Chicago, IL and in ZIP code 60638. This property has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,056 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4160 sqft and was built in 1952.
5159 S Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60638 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,056 sqft single-family home in Garfield Ridge, built in 1952. It last sold for $216,900 on May 4, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $366,800, with a rent estimate of $2,817/month.
Home Details for 5159 S Central Ave
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Interior Details BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room |
Heating & Cooling Heating: GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Gas |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Brick |
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Detached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1952 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 4159 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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May 4, 2018 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09900163 | Sold | $216,900 |
Apr 2, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $216,900 |
Mar 30, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $216,900 Price decreased by 4% |
Mar 24, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $226,900 Price decreased by 1% |
Mar 15, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $228,900 Price decreased by 0% |
Mar 9, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $229,800 Price decreased by 0% |
Feb 21, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $229,900 |
Oct 5, 2016 Source: N/A | Sold | $117,000 |
Aug 7, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $189,900 |
Mar 10, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $0 |
Feb 8, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $0 |
Jul 2, 2001 Source: N/A | Sold | $153,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2024 | $5,247 | $260,010 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Chicago
Last updated July 2026
Avg. sale price
$389K
$10.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$294
$8MoM
Available listings
5488
263MoM
Around this home
What Locals Say about Garfield Ridge
At least 149 Trulia users voted on each feature.
98 % Say there are sidewalks
89 % Say it's dog friendly
88 % Say yards are well-kept
85 % Say streets are well-lit
79 % Say parking is easy
79 % Say there's holiday spirit
75 % Say kids play outside
74 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
73 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
69 % Say car is needed
69 % Say people would walk alone at night
65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
57 % Say neighbors are friendly
55 % Say it's quiet
52 % Say there are community events
37 % Say there's wildlife
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 5159 S Central Ave
- What is 5159 S Central Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 5159 S Central Ave in Chicago, IL is $366,800.
- What is the price history for 5159 S Central Ave?5159 S Central Ave in Chicago, IL last sold for $216,900 in May 2018.
- Is Chicago a buyer's or seller's market?Chicago is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Chicago?The median sale price in Chicago is $389K. That is up $10.33K from the prior month.
- Does 5159 S Central Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 5159 S Central Ave in Chicago, IL has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 5159 S Central Ave?The lot at 5159 S Central Ave in Chicago, IL is about 0.10 acres (4,160 sq ft).

