5141 S Merrimac Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 - Photo 1

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$275,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
1 Full Bath
1,060 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

MULTIPLE OFFERS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. HIGHEST & BEST CALLED FOR BY NOON ON FRIDAY, 11/28/25. Check out this Absolutely Move-In Ready Single-Story Home in Garfield Ridge! This home has been wonderfully prepared for the market. There are Beautiful Hardwood Floors, Fresh Paint, a White Kitchen and newer Triple-Pane Windows throughout. The back bedroom has a large built-in L-shaped desk below a corner of windows that lookout into the backyard. Speaking of the yard, you are going to love it! It has a privacy fence, has been professionally landscaped and has a gorgeous paver walkway and concrete tile patio, both of which have just been reset and leveled. Half of the basement is finished; the other half accomodates the Washer & Dryer as well as plenty of space for a workshop and storage. Newer Furnace, A/C, Water Heater and Electrical Panel. There's nothing to do but move-in. This Super Clean home is not going to last on the market, so make an appointment to see it today!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5141 S Merrimac Ave

General

Sold For: $275,000
Taxes: $4,431 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12483702
Added to Site: 109 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, Separate Dining Room, Workshop
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Additional Information

Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
Other Features: Commuter Bus, Interstate Access

Location

Area: CHI - Garfield Ridge
County: Cook
Driving Directions: From 55th St, go N on Mobile, E on 51st and S on Merrimac (one-way street) to 5141

School Information

School District: 299
Midd School District: 299
Elementary School: Byrne Elementary School
High School: Kennedy High School
Private School: Kennedy High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Step Ranch
Construction: Brick, Plaster
Exterior Const.: Brick, Plaster
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Drapes, Insulated Windows, Bay Window(s), Triple Pane Windows, Shades
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Sub-Flooring: Wood
Square Feet: 1,060
Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
Year Built: 1948
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 33 x 125

Financial Considerations

Assessment Year: 1948
Tax Amount: $4,431
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 19083030480000

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Schools

Schools serving 5141 S Merrimac Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299

Name	Grades	Distance
Byrne Elementary School 5329 South Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638	K-8	0.7 mi
Kennedy High School 6325 West 56th Street, Chicago, IL 60638	9-12	0.6 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 5141 S Merrimac Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

12/16/2025

Sold

$275,000

10.04%

MLS

10/09/2025

Listed

$249,900

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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5141 S Merrimac Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 (MLS# 12483702) is a Single Family property that was sold at $275,000 on December 16, 2025. This property was listed by Tom Baker from our La Grange Office.Want to learn more about 5141 S Merrimac 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.

5141 S Merrimac Ave Chicago, IL 60638