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Property Description
Welcome home to this beautifully updated raised ranch in the heart of Garfield Ridge! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of modern updates and practical living space. Step inside to a new kitchen featuring contemporary finishes, ample cabinetry, and quartz countertops-ideal for everyday meals or entertaining. The fully finished, newer basement adds valuable living space, perfect for a family room, home office, or guest suite. Outside, enjoy rare amenities: a heated pool for summer enjoyment right in your backyard, plus an impressive new finished and heated 3-car garage with plenty of room for vehicles, parties, or toys. An additional attached 1-car garage is ready to become your personal home gym, workshop, or extra storage. Located in the heart of Garfield Ridge, you're minutes from excellent schools, parks, dining, and easy access to I-55 and Midway Airport. This move-in-ready home combines comfort, functionality, and outdoor lifestyle-all in a tight-knit Chicago neighborhood. Don't miss your chance to own this unique property!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5742 S Rutherford Ave
General
- Price: $475,000
- Taxes: $5,205 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12645285
- Updated: 5/14/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
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
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 8
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached, Off-Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Garfield Ridge
- County: Cook
- Township: Lake
- Driving Directions: Archer Ave to Rutherford (6750 W ), south to 5742.
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
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Model: RAISED RANCH
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Square Feet: 1,181
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1954
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2020
Manufactured Home
- Model: RAISED RANCH
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1157
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 40 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1954
- Tax Amount: $5,205.22
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 19182160480000
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Schools
Schools serving 5742 S Rutherford Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Byrne Elementary School 5329 South Oak Park Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 | K-8 | 0.5 mi |
Kennedy High School 6325 West 56th Street, Chicago, IL 60638 | 9-12 | 0.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5742 S Rutherford Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/14/2026
Listed
$475,000
111.11%
MLS
3/26/2018
Sold
$225,000
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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 5742 S Rutherford Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,388
3%
$24,000
—
2022
$4,257
2%
$24,000
—
2021
$4,156
-2%
$24,000
9%
2020
$4,239
—
$22,007
-10%
2019
$4,251
-13%
$24,453
—
2018
$4,862
66%
$24,453
25%
2017
$2,932
-5%
$19,607
—
2016
$3,090
11%
$19,607
—
2015
$2,789
12%
$19,607
11%
2014
$2,488
3%
$17,708
—
2013
$2,420
—
$17,708
—
2012
$2,430
—
$17,708
—
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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5742 S Rutherford Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 (MLS# 12645285) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5742 S Rutherford Avenue is currently listed for $475,000 and was received on May 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 5742 S Rutherford 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.

