5836 S  Merrimac Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
UNDER CONTRACT

5836 S Merrimac Ave
Chicago, IL 60638

Garfield Ridge
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,041 sqft
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,041 sqft

$474,900

Est. Mortgage $3,353/mo*

Local Information

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Description

OWNER RELOCATING, OPEN TO REASONABLE OFFER. Large 2 Story with 5 bedroom potential, 3 Baths, Finished Basement, Fireplace, Above /ground 21" Round Heated Pool, Deck, 2.5 Car Garage with Rafter for Storage and Vinyl Fenced Yard, Close to School & Park. Main Level features hardwood floors, Solid Oak doors throughout, Eat in Kitchen with granite counters, pull out drawers, appliances, and large Eating/Dining Area. Spacious Living Room, Bedroom and den/office with Patio (Anderson) door and Full bath Main level Pella windows. Upper level with hardwood floors throughout, Large Primary Bedroom with double mirrored doors, TV Mount, and Balcony. 2 additional Large bedrooms, and Full bath with double vanity, therapeutic whirlpool tub and Separate Shower. Finished Basement with Rec Room, Dry Bar, Direct Vent Brick FP, Bath, extra Refrigerator remains, and washer and dryer (with laundry shoot) Second floor Addition 1998, Front concrete front porch and sidewalk - and pavers ( 2011- 2013) vinyl siding (2006) - deck (2006) -2 Furnaces & 2 Ac units - 50 gallon HWH - plumbing converted to copper. Outside Pergola -negotiable Low Taxes! Immediate possession available.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$233
Listed
58 days ago

Home Details for 5836 S Merrimac Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Contingent

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Living Room, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Laundry
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2041 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry Chute,Laundry ClosetMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Insert, BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Drapes/BlindsFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: DeckExterior: BalconyHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2.5Number of Covered Spaces: 2.5Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2.5Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: Above GroundPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 996 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 58

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1951Year Renovated: 1998
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Georgian
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 19171260390000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $474,900Price Per Sqft: $233
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Chicago
School Information
Elementary School: Kinzie Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School: Kinzie Elementary SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 299High School: Kennedy High SchoolHigh School District: 299

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 11967732

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3060 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4125 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Contingencies: Attorney/Inspection

Compensation

Buyer Agency Commission: 2.25% -495Buyer 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

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11967732Zillow Contingency Status: Under Contract

Additional Information

Mlg Can ViewMlg Can Use: IDX
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listing courtesy of: Gina Musolino, (219) 765-0000
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11967732

Price History for 5836 S Merrimac Ave

DatePriceEventSource
04/22/2024$474,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11967732
04/02/2024$474,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11967732
03/11/2024$499,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11967732
03/01/2024$509,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11967732

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Property Taxes and Assessment

Year2021
Tax$5,966
Assessment$329,990
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Gina Musolino, Coldwell Banker Realty
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5836 S Merrimac Ave, Chicago, IL 60638 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,041 sqft single-family home built in 1951. 5836 S Merrimac Ave is located in Garfield Ridge, Chicago. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Mar 1, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 11967732.