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Property Description
Welcome to 5130 S Menard Ave, a well-maintained single-family home nestled in the heart of Chicago's desirable Garfield Ridge neighborhood. This inviting property offers a solid layout with great bones and endless potential for personalization. Featuring three bedrooms and one full bath, the home provides comfortable living space ready for your vision. Natural light fills the living areas, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen and bedrooms offer functional layouts with the opportunity to update and customize to your style. Outside, enjoy a generous backyard-perfect for entertaining, gardening, or future expansion-along with a detached two-car garage for added convenience. Ideally located near parks, schools, shopping, dining, and easy access to expressways and public transportation. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking to create their dream home, this is a fantastic opportunity to add value and truly make it your own.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5130 S Menard Ave
General
- Price: $290,000
- Taxes: $2,903 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12553157
- Updated: 2/2/2026
- Added to Site: 16 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
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: Turn right onto W 95th St (US-12/US-20). Go for 0.2 mi. Turn right onto S Cicero Ave (IL-50). Go for 3.8 mi. Turn left onto W 65th St. Go for 0.2 mi. Turn right onto S Laporte Ave. Go for 0.3 mi. Turn left onto W 63rd St. Go for 0.8 mi. Turn right onto S Central Ave. Go for 1.0 mi. Turn left onto W 55th St. Go for 0.3 mi. Turn right onto S Menard Ave. Go for 0.2 mi. Turn right onto S Archer Ave. Go for 43 ft. Turn left onto S Menard Ave. Go for 0.2 mi. Turn left onto W 52nd St. Go for 174 ft. Turn right. Go for 315 ft. B End at 5130 S Menard Ave Chicago, Illinois 60638-1514
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: Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Square Feet: 945
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1914
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 3125
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1914
- Tax Amount: $2,903
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 19084030370000
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Schools
Schools serving 5130 S Menard Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Twain Elementary School 5134 South Lotus Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 | PK-8 | 0.4 mi |
Kennedy High School 6325 West 56th Street, Chicago, IL 60638 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5130 S Menard Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/27/2026
Listed
$290,000
34.26%
MLS
9/09/2005
Sold
$216,000
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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 5130 S Menard Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$2,903
3%
$16,999
—
2022
$2,809
2%
$16,999
—
2021
$2,749
-6%
$16,999
5%
2020
$2,930
—
$16,170
-10%
2019
$2,939
2%
$17,967
—
2018
$2,889
67%
$17,967
58%
2017
$1,727
-8%
$11,347
-4%
2016
$1,887
11%
$11,857
—
2015
$1,704
1%
$11,857
2%
2014
$1,683
3%
$11,572
—
2013
$1,640
—
$11,572
—
2012
$1,642
—
$11,572
—
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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5130 S Menard Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 (MLS# 12553157) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5130 S Menard Avenue is currently listed for $290,000 and was received on January 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 5130 S Menard 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.

