SOLDSEP 27, 2023
5736 S Merrimac Ave
Chicago, IL 60638
Garfield Ridge
3 Beds
2 Baths
912 sqft
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 912 sqft
$310,000
Last Sold: Sep 27, 2023
3% below list $319K
$340/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,206/mo*
$310,000
Last Sold: Sep 27, 2023
3% below list $319K
$340/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,206/mo*
3 Beds
2 Baths
912 sqft
Homes for Sale Near 5736 S Merrimac Ave
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Description
This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from September 27, 2023
ABSOLUTELY MUST SEE THIS WONDERFUL BRICK RAISED RANCH WITH A FULL FINISHED BASEMENT IN THE HEART OF GARFIELD RIDGE!! GORGEOUS EAT-IN-KITCHEN WITH GRANITE COUNTER-TOPS AND CERAMIC TILE FLOOR! HARDWOOD FLOORS ON THE MAIN LEVEL OF THE HOME! FRENCH DOORS IN THE KITCHEN WILL LEAD YOU TO AN EXTERIOR DECK. BEAUTIFUL UPDATED MAIN LEVEL BATH!! FULL FINSIHED BASEMENT WITH BIG RECREATION ROOM, FAMILY ROOM, 3RD BEDROOM AND AN ADDITIONAL EATING AREA (SUMMER KITCHEN) AND A FULL BATH. NICE BACKYARD WITH STAMPED CONCRETE, FIREPLACE AND PRIVATE VINYL FENCE. 2 CAR GARAGE! MUST SEE!! SELLER IS OFFERING A 1YR HOME WARRANTY!
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$340/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 5736 S Merrimac Ave
Active Status |
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MLS Status: Closed |
Interior Features |
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Interior Details Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Family Room, Bedroom 2, Laundry, Kitchen 2 Nd, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Recreation Room, Deck, Dining Room, Kitchen |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 912 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Fireplace & Spa No Spa |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Double Pane Windows |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Accessibility: No Disability Access |
Exterior Features |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltFencing: FencedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2.5Number of Covered Spaces: 2.5Other Parking: Driveway (Off Alley)Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2.5Parking: Garage, Open |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Property Information |
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Year Built Year Built: 1957 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Parcel Number: 19171180180000 |
Price & Status |
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Price List Price: $319,100Price Per Sqft: $340/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Mon Aug 21 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
Location |
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Direction & Address City: Chicago |
School Information Elementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School District: 299High School: Kennedy High SchoolHigh School District: 299 |
Building |
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Building Area Building Area: 1824 Square Feet |
HOA |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
Lot Information |
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Lot Area: 3750.516 sqft |
Listing Info |
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Special Conditions: None |
Offer |
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Listing Terms: FHA |
Compensation |
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Buyer Agency Commission: 2.25%-$375 (% OF NET SALES PRICE)Buyer Agency Commission Type: See Remarks: |
Notes The listing broker’s offer of compensation is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed |
Business |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
Miscellaneous |
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BasementMls Number: 11834785 |
Additional Information |
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Mlg Can ViewMlg Can Use: IDX |
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Juan Zavala
Century 21 NuVision Real Estate
Bought with: Sonia Anaya, (773) 965-4618, America Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11834785
Price History for 5736 S Merrimac Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 09/27/2023 | $310,000 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11834785 |
| 08/21/2023 | $319,100 | Contingent | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11834785 |
| 08/17/2023 | $319,100 | PriceChange | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11834785 |
| 08/02/2023 | $324,500 | PriceChange | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11834785 |
| 07/18/2023 | $332,500 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11834785 |
| 07/11/2023 | ListingRemoved | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11764513 | |
| 04/27/2023 | $347,900 | Contingent | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11764513 |
| 04/25/2023 | $347,900 | PriceChange | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11764513 |
| 04/21/2023 | $340,000 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11764513 |
| 07/13/2018 | $246,500 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09954890 |
| 06/06/2018 | $249,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 05/18/2018 | $249,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 03/17/1995 | $93,000 | Sold | N/A |
Property Taxes and Assessment
| Year | 2021 |
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| Tax | $4,424 |
| Assessment | $219,990 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 5736 S Merrimac Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.04 | Single-Family Home | $325,000 | 07/14/23 | 3 | 2 | 1,108 | |
0.07 | Single-Family Home | $338,000 | 01/05/24 | 3 | 2 | 1,000 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $309,000 | 11/20/23 | 3 | 2 | 1,022 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $359,000 | 08/29/23 | 4 | 2 | 1,062 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $305,000 | 08/30/23 | 3 | 2 | 1,056 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $312,500 | 03/21/24 | 3 | 2 | 1,055 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $389,000 | 05/31/23 | 4 | 2 | 1,200 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $248,000 | 12/28/23 | 3 | 2 | 2,400 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $305,000 | 02/06/24 | 3 | 2 | 1,111 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 5736 S Merrimac Ave.
- Kinzie Elementary School
- PK-8
- Public
- 645 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageExcellent school the teachers are great at this school! They go beyond what is expected from them to help my child! My child has excelled in Math and Reading her scores keep going up every year! Kinzie has helped my daughter develop a strong character in integrity, compassion and respect. I love how she interacts with the hearing impared on a daily basis. Great location, great teachers, very clean school.Parent Review6y ago - Kennedy High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 1557 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageTerrible in so many ways drugs, fighting, bullying, terrible academics.Parent Review4y ago 
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Neighborhood Overview
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What Locals Say about Garfield Ridge
- Isabellarose Lopez
- Prev. Resident
- 2mo ago
"Dog owners would love it because everyone is friendly. Kids every where and very welcoming. And it’s not an urban area where there’s cars every where "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 8mo ago
"The people are very nice and usually not bad people to have and have many pets or families over. Nice people live around here"
- Trulia User
- Visitor
- 9mo ago
"Very nice environment. Has park district and most neighbors seem ok with you walking there dog for them."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 1y ago
"yes I like to live here because everyone is very friendly and I have the stores and restaurants a few minutes from my house. "
- Trulia User
- Visitor
- 1y ago
"It is a relatively safe neighborhood where most of the residents take care of their property. The people in the neighborhood are friendly as well. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"quiet area for the most part but always keep eyes and ears open. neighborhood watch in full effect. always lock ur car doors and be vigilant "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"This is a quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Friendly atmosphere where people look out for each other. "
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"this area is a cool alternative to the suburbs, and has alot of sunurby feel. still neighbors keep to themselves for the most part, and lots are pretty tight with big houses."
- Trulia User
- Resident
- 2y ago
"Commute is great in my neighborhood. Very safe and happy neighbors. I would recommend anyone to move in the area."
- Monicaz_90
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Every summer we have block parties and gives us all an opportunity to meet neighbors. Garfield Ridge is primarily city workers, law enforcement and firefighters."
- Lauren K.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"There are church carnivals during the summer and block parties. Not a lot. Mostly residential area. "
- Lauren K.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Dog friendly. No dog park. People mostly pick up after pets. Dogs are not typically let loose. Many people walk dogs daily"
- Toni L.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Patriots Day parade, Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, Halloween Parade, St Patrick's Day parade, 5K Run, etc..."
- Toni L.
- Resident
- 3y ago
"Everything is within walking distance. Lots of parks in this community, and you don't need a car to go to the store. "
- Jenniferrhone81
- Resident
- 4y ago
"my neighborhood is good for commuting downtown. I used the public transportation daily. the buses here run good"
- D.zambrano85
- Resident
- 4y ago
"Just moved in 4 mo ago, looks awesome so far. Very quiet, and close to I 55 and public transportation"
- Maritzaf1987
- Resident
- 4y ago
"It’s quiet but noisy at the same time. People are always vigilant for one another. Crime is rapidly reported, crime is not high in this area. "
- Eslyperez1997
- Resident
- 4y ago
"I love living here ! The people is very nice. The see is very clean plus we have everything around like stores, parks, restaurants, schools and midway airport."
- Matia
- Visitor
- 5y ago
"tight nit family area everyone looks out for each other. friendly environment.. next to Midway airport"
- Roy O.
- Resident
- 5y ago
"My neighbors are the best ever, friendly and protective yet not at all intrusive. A safe place to call home. "
- Bear357
- Resident
- 5y ago
"It’s a very clean and quite neighborhood. Plus we look out for each other. The school is close by and they have a new baseball field."
- Four9er
- Resident
- 5y ago
"been in the neighborhood for almost 10 years. neighbors look out for one another. great area with plenty of City workers living in the area "
- Ruben
- Resident
- 5y ago
"It’s a family area with blue collar people. It’s Chicago but has all the feels of a suburb. You have to live here to understand. "
- Denise_mellado
- Resident
- 5y ago
"My neighborhood is unique because it’s quiet, lovely, neighbors are friendly, easy access to the stores, buses and close to midway airport. Where many run, bike and walk around to work out during the summer. "
- Rpen12
- Resident
- 5y ago
"There are so many neighborhood activities, entertainment, plenty of stores to shop at, Transportation like CTA/RTA and easy access to doctors office ."
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5736 S Merrimac Ave, Chicago, IL 60638 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 912 sqft single-family home built in 1957. 5736 S Merrimac Ave is located in Garfield Ridge, Chicago. This property is not currently available for sale. 5736 S Merrimac Ave was last sold on Sep 27, 2023 for $310,000 (3% lower than the asking price of $319,100). The current Trulia Estimate for 5736 S Merrimac Ave is $321,600.