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Property Description
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath raised ranch in the heart of Chicago's desirable Garfield Ridge neighborhood. This move-in-ready home features three generously sized main-level bedrooms, a large updated kitchen with abundant cabinet space and stainless steel appliances, and a full finished basement complete with a second full bathroom-perfect for extra living space, entertaining, or guests. Enjoy a fully fenced yard that leads to a spacious 2.5-car garage, plus plenty of storage throughout. This amazing home has everything you need-just move in and enjoy!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5555 S Menard Ave
General
- Price: $385,000
- Taxes: $3,060 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12628371
- Updated: 4/25/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
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: 56th Street to Menard. North on Menard to 5555
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, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,059
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1955
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1955
- Tax Amount: $3,060
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 19172040200000
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Schools
Schools serving 5555 S Menard Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kinzie Elementary School 5625 South Mobile Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 | K-8 | 0.7 mi |
Kennedy High School 6325 West 56th Street, Chicago, IL 60638 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 5555 S Menard Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/23/2026
Listed
$385,000
45.28%
MLS
2/16/2005
Sold
$265,000
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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 5555 S Menard Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,060
4%
$20,393
—
2022
$2,945
2%
$20,393
—
2021
$2,895
7%
$20,393
15%
2020
$2,716
-8%
$17,697
-15%
2019
$2,939
2%
$20,707
—
2018
$2,887
91%
$20,707
26%
2017
$1,511
-38%
$16,406
—
2016
$2,444
11%
$16,406
—
2015
$2,198
-19%
$16,406
13%
2014
$2,715
48%
$14,521
—
2013
$1,836
-1%
$14,521
—
2012
$1,853
—
$14,521
—
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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5555 S Menard Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 (MLS# 12628371) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5555 S Menard Avenue is currently listed for $385,000 and was received on April 23, 2026. Want to learn more about 5555 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.

