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Property Description
WOW WOW WOW! Beautifully renovated raised ranch in desirable Garfield Ridge! This move-in ready home features 3 bedrooms on the main level with hardwood floors throughout and a brand-new kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern cabinetry. The fully finished basement offers a spacious family room, 4th bedroom, and wet bar, perfect for entertaining or extended living space. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, public transportation, I-55, and Midway Airport. A great opportunity to own a stylish, updated home in a prime location! Come make this house your home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5115 S Melvina Ave
General
- Price: $474,900
- Taxes: $4,655 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12585287
- Updated: 3/17/2026
- Added to Site: 16 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Garfield Ridge
- County: Cook
- Township: Lake
- Driving Directions: Archer Ave to Melvina Ave, Go North to Property
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,056
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1972
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2026
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1972
- Tax Amount: $4,655.63
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 19083040620000
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Schools
Schools serving 5115 S Melvina Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Byrne Elementary School 5329 South Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 | K-8 | 0.8 mi |
Kennedy High School 6325 West 56th Street, Chicago, IL 60638 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5115 S Melvina Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/11/2026
Listed
$474,900
105.14%
MLS
9/19/2025
Sold
$231,500
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5115 S Melvina Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,825
4%
$23,999
—
2022
$3,691
2%
$23,999
—
2021
$3,621
-6%
$23,999
6%
2020
$3,845
—
$22,733
-10%
2019
$3,859
2%
$25,259
—
2018
$3,792
36%
$25,259
34%
2017
$2,780
-6%
$18,904
—
2016
$2,948
11%
$18,904
—
2015
$2,659
8%
$18,904
7%
2014
$2,468
3%
$17,602
—
2013
$2,401
—
$17,602
—
2012
$2,411
—
$17,602
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5115 S Melvina Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 (MLS# 12585287) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5115 S Melvina Avenue is currently listed for $474,900 and was received on March 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 5115 S Melvina Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Garfield Ridge? You can browse all Garfield Ridge real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

