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5920 S Merrimac Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638

Cook County

Key Facts

3Beds
1Baths
1,020Sq Ft
1960Year Built
0.07Lot (acres)
2Garage

Description

Sunny and bright oversized raised ranch in Garfield Ridge. Recently remodeled with laminate floors throughout. 3 good-sized bedrooms. Eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances (including dishwasher and microwave) has abundant cabinetry with upgraded hardware. Ceramic bath recently remodeled. Oversized living room has newer bay window and ceiling fan. Newer windows throughout. Interior white panel doors recently replaced. Roof replaced in 2025. Central air conditioning and detached 2 car garage are great amenities. Full unfinished basement was recently painted and provides extra storage or use as a recreational room. Quiet, dead-end street provides residents with lots of parking. Must see!

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1960

Living Area

1,020 sq ft

Lot Size

0.07 acres

Lot Dimensions

25 X 121

Garage Spaces

2

Parking Spaces

2

Ownership

Fee Simple

Days on Market

22

MLS® Listing#

12682372

Property Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Flooring

Laminate

Basement

UnfinishedFull

Parking

Garage Door OpenerDetachedGarage

Laundry

In Unit

Patio

Patio

Construction

Brick

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Roof

Asphalt

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Rooms

  • Bedroom 211X10Main
  • Bedroom 310X10Main
  • Bedroom 4
  • Dining RoomCOMBOMain
  • Family Room
  • Kitchen16X10Main
  • Laundry
  • Living Room19X11Main
  • Master Bedroom12X10Main

Schools

Elementary:
Kinzie Elementary School
Middle:
Kinzie Elementary School
High:
Kennedy High School
District:
Kennedy High School

Financial Details

Annual Taxes

$5,247

Tax year 2024

Parcel Number

19173020170000

Directions

east/west on 55th St to Merrimac Ave, 1-way south to property.

Affordability Calculator

$67,800

Estimated monthly payment

$1,804/mo

Principal $271,200 · Est. interest $378,348 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Chicago, IL

$388,575
Median Listing Price
36
Median Days on Market
1,400
Median Sq Ft
$275
Median Price / Sq Ft
4,277
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 13% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 21% above the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Chicago, IL.

Location

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Nearby Schools

  • Hale Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.3 mi away

  • John H. Kinzie Elementary School

    Secondary · 0.4 mi away

  • St Symphorosa School

    Secondary · 0.4 mi away

  • St. Daniel the Prophet School

    Secondary · 0.9 mi away

  • Chicago Public Schools

    Elementary · 1.0 mi away

  • Gloria dei Lutheran Church

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Chicago Public Schools

    Elementary · 1.2 mi away

  • Peckwas Preparatory Academy

    School · 1.2 mi away

  • John Hancock College Prep High School

    School · 1.2 mi away

  • John C. Dore Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.3 mi away

  • Tots N Tales Preschool

    School · 1.3 mi away

  • Heritage Middle School

    Secondary · 1.4 mi away

  • Otis P Graves Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Twain Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.4 mi away

  • Argo Community High School

    Secondary · 1.4 mi away

  • Charles J Sahs Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.6 mi away

  • Walsh Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.6 mi away

  • Chicago Public Schools

    Elementary · 1.8 mi away

  • Wharton Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.8 mi away

  • Big Shoulders Coffee

    School · 1.8 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: Century 21 S.G.R., Inc. - 3123262121

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-06-18. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

Last Updated: 2026-06-18

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