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Price
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Source
7/30/2026
Listed
$335,000
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Property Description
Beautifully maintained brick raised ranch in the heart of sought-after Garfield Ridge! This home offers two finished levels of comfortable living space. The main level features three bedrooms and nicely remodeled ceramic tile bathroom. The third bedroom is currently being used as a dining room but can easily be converted back into a bedroom. The spacious kitchen offers Corian countertops, while the inviting living room features hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace. The fully finished basement provides perfect space for entertaining, with a bright family room featuring a wood-burning fireplace and newer windows that bring in plenty of natural light. The lower level also includes a fourth bedroom, a full bathroom with a shower, a laundry room, and a utility/storage room. Situated on an oversized Chicago lot, the fully fenced backyard offers plenty of outdoor space along with a detached two-car garage. Numerous updates include a new roof and gutters (2026), windows (2020), furnace and central air (2015), GE stove (2021), Ring doorbell camera, smart thermostat, newer garage door opener, and more. Ideally located within walking distance to elementary and high schools, Wentworth Park, public transportation, shopping, and dining. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5612 S Merrimac Ave
General
- Price: $335,000
- Taxes: $3,401 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12719686
- Updated: 7/30/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, B
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Basement
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Garfield Ridge
- County: Cook
- Township: Lake
- Driving Directions: Archer Ave to 55th Str to Merrimac Ave (South)
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
- Architectural Info: Raised Ranch
- Architectural Style: Raised Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Bath/Stubbed, Rec/Family Area, Roughed-In Fireplace, Storage Space, Daylight, Full
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Square Feet: 1,007
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1958
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Oversized Chicago Lot
- Lot Dimensions: 125 x 30
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1958
- Tax Amount: $3,401
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 19171100130000
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Schools
Schools serving 5612 S Merrimac Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kinzie Elementary School 5625 South Mobile Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 | K-8 | 0.1 mi |
Kennedy High School 6325 West 56th Street, Chicago, IL 60638 | 9-12 | 0.1 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 5612 S Merrimac Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 5612 S Merrimac Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,401
—
$27,000
23%
2023
$3,401
4%
$21,999
—
2022
$3,277
2%
$21,999
—
2021
$3,218
18%
$21,999
24%
2020
$2,733
—
$17,775
-10%
2019
$2,745
2%
$19,751
—
2018
$2,697
31%
$19,751
27%
2017
$2,064
-10%
$15,600
—
2016
$2,282
-3%
$15,600
-9%
2015
$2,341
43%
$17,182
31%
2014
$1,637
-25%
$13,156
-20%
2013
$2,190
-1%
$16,451
—
2012
$2,202
—
$16,451
—
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5612 S Merrimac Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 (MLS# 12719686) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5612 S Merrimac Avenue is currently listed for $335,000 and was received on July 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 5612 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.