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Property Description
Great location for this beautiful Cape Cod in much sought after Garfield Ridge. Featuring 5 bedrooms (2 on the main level, 2 on the second level & 1 in the basement). Kitchen has been updated with lovely refinished cocoa colored cabinets, counter tops are Corian. Kitchen island has a Quartz top. The island isn't secured to the floor for easy removal. Stainless steel refrigerator 1 yr old. (3 yr warranty left). The electric oven also has a gas line behind it. 2 full baths both remodeled. 2nd fl bath has a whirlpool tub and a steam shower. North side of 2nd floor has been dormed out adding extra space to the bedrooms. 2 car garage overhead door height is 6' 5". Party door on yard side. Main level & 2nd fl have Engineered Hardwood Flooring w/Eco Ultra Quiet Foam installed in 2020. New hot water tank in 2024. House was tuck pointed in 2024. Chimney brickwork redone in 2021, also new cap. Also in 2021 2nd fl siding, trim & wider gutters replaced. A/C 2015. Whole house has been recently painted in neutral color. Portable gas fireplace in basement will stay. The location is perfect! High School & Grammar School both just blocks away. Jewel food store also very close. Easy access to Bus line, Stevenson Expressway & Midway Airport. It's not going to last, make your appointment today! Calling for highest & best by tomorrow Sunday June 15th 7:00 PM
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5531 S McVicker Ave
General
- Sold For: $415,000
- Taxes: $4,247 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12393277
- Added to Site: 220 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Basement, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Free Standing
- Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Electric Cooktop
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Steam Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: CHI - Garfield Ridge
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Austin to 55th St, west to McVicker & south on McVicker to property.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- Elementary School: Kinzie Elementary School
- Middle School: Kinzie 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, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments, Drapes
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Square Feet: 943
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1953
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: CAPE COD
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Mature Trees, Garden
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1953
- Tax Amount: $4,247
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 19171070390000
Listed by RE/MAX Enterprises
Sold by Kale Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 5531 S McVicker Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kinzie Elementary School 5625 South Mobile Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Kennedy High School 6325 West 56th Street, Chicago, IL 60638 | 9-12 | 0.4 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 5531 S McVicker Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/14/2025
Sold
$415,000
2.47%
MLS
6/13/2025
Listed
$405,000
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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.
5531 S McVicker Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 (MLS# 12393277) is a Single Family property that was sold at $415,000 on July 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 5531 S McVicker 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.

