Karina Barrera
Realty of America, LLC
(844) 517-0338
54 Total Sales
1 in Garfield Ridge
$205,000 Price
5121 S Central Ave Chicago, IL 60638
Garfield Ridge Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
900
Sq Ft
1947
Built
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Laundry Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Living Room
- 1-Story Property
About This Home
As of November 2025Location, Location, Location. Brick 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Single Family Home Ready to Move In. First Floor Features 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Kitchen Appliances and Natural Hardwood Floors. Basement Features 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Family Room, Storage and also a Laundry Room with Washer/Dryer Hookups and a Separate Area for possible 2nd Kitchen with Plumbing in place. Large Backyard is Fenced and Features Deck with Accessible Ramp Leading to Back Door and Space for Your Ideas: Garden, Dog Area and More! There's a 2nd Fridge in the 2 & 1/2 Car Garage for Your Convenience. This home sites less than 5 minutes from Midway International Airport, Interstate 55 and walking distance to Mark Twain Elementary School (CPS) and Public Transportation. Lots of nearby Dining, Entertainment, Healthcare and Shopping Options. Shown Seven Days by Appointment.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
CTS Real Estate Corp. License #471016414 Listed on: 09/12/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,752
Year Built
- Built in 1947 | Remodeled in 2023
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 900 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room Downstairs
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Schools
- Twain Elementary School
- Kennedy High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Ranch
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 12, 2025
Closed on
Nov 25, 2025
Sold by
Martinez Eddie
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Osbaldo Gonzalez
CTS Real Estate Corp.
Buyer's Agent
Erika Villegas
Re/Max In The Village
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-8.9%
Views
192
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$15,023
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.72%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 22, 2025
Sold by
Martinez Carlos
Bought by
Martinez Eddie
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 1, 2013
Closed on
Jul 13, 2015
Sold by
Niedelson Valerie M
Bought by
Martinez Carlos
Seller's Agent
Shannon Boyle
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Gloria Ree
Kale Realty
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$160,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$85,000
-34.69%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.96%
Original Mortgage
$157,102
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 2007
Sold by
Kienegger Cheryl A and Pisciotti Cheryl A
Bought by
Niedelson Valerie M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 26, 2001
Sold by
Janik Jozef
Bought by
Kienegger Cheryl
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,800
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 1999
Sold by
Gibaszek Elizabeth
Bought by
Janik Jozef
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$68,400
Interest Rate
6.81%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $255,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Administrators Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $160,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $235,000 | Ticor Title Insurance | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Ticor Title Insurance | |
| Warranty Deed | $76,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $157,102 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $188,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $132,800 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $68,400 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 11/25/25 | Sold | $255,000 | -3.7% | $283 / Sq Ft |
| 11/10/2025 11/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/08/2025 11/08/25 | Price Changed | $264,900 | -5.4% | $294 / Sq Ft |
| 11/06/2025 11/06/25 | For Sale | $279,900 | +9.8% | $311 / Sq Ft |
| 10/27/2025 10/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2025 10/23/25 | Off Market | $255,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/16/2025 10/16/25 | Price Changed | $279,900 | -6.7% | $311 / Sq Ft |
| 10/06/2025 10/06/25 | Price Changed | $299,900 | -4.8% | $333 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2025 09/30/25 | Price Changed | $314,900 | -4.5% | $350 / Sq Ft |
| 09/22/2025 09/22/25 | Price Changed | $329,900 | -5.7% | $367 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2025 09/12/25 | For Sale | $349,900 | -- | $389 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,752 | $25,000 | $4,921 | $20,079 |
| 2024 | $3,752 | $25,000 | $4,921 | $20,079 |
| 2023 | $3,636 | $21,000 | $3,937 | $17,063 |
| 2022 | $3,636 | $21,000 | $3,937 | $17,063 |
| 2021 | $3,553 | $21,000 | $3,937 | $17,063 |
| 2020 | $2,878 | $15,936 | $3,937 | $11,999 |
| 2019 | $2,927 | $17,906 | $3,937 | $13,969 |
| 2018 | $2,877 | $17,906 | $3,937 | $13,969 |
| 2017 | $2,549 | $15,139 | $3,543 | $11,596 |
| 2016 | $2,549 | $15,139 | $3,543 | $11,596 |
| 2015 | $2,310 | $15,139 | $3,543 | $11,596 |
| 2014 | $1,997 | $13,247 | $3,346 | $9,901 |
| 2013 | $1,947 | $13,247 | $3,346 | $9,901 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Osbaldo Gonzalez
Seller's Agent in 2025
Osbaldo Gonzalez
CTS Real Estate Corp.
(773) 769-7653
1 in this area
20 Total Sales
-
Erika Villegas
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Erika Villegas
RE/MAX
(630) 844-2100
38 in this area
256 Total Sales
-
Shannon Boyle
Seller's Agent in 2015
Shannon Boyle
Compass
(773) 817-6910
47 Total Sales
-
GR
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Gloria Ree
Kale Realty
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12402830
APN: 19-09-300-067-0000
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