NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5221 S Major Ave Chicago, IL 60638

Garfield Ridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $348,967

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,300 Sq Ft
$268/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: September 22, 2023

Last sale price $296,100 $228 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,180 / mo

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Dining Room
  • Living Room
  • Central Air
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of September 2023

Opportunity knocks in this well loved and cared for home in Garfield Ridge. In need of updating but very solid home with newer windows and great condition. This 3 bedroom 1.5 bath is on an amazing block close to airport, expressways and shopping. Wont last long! Come make this beauty your own.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melanie Roman

RE/MAX 1st Service License #475185365 Listed on: 08/16/2023

RE/MAX 1st Service

Last Buyer's Agent

Leticia Cruz

Re/Max In The Village License #475188505

Re/Max In The Village

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,700

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 34x125

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,300 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,700

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

4,269 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • LivingArea: 1300
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate,Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 34X125
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3700
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 16, 2023
Closed on
Sep 22, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Melanie Roman
RE/MAX 1st Service
Buyer's Agent
Leticia Cruz
Re/Max In The Village
List Price
$244,900
Sold Price
$296,100
Premium/Discount to List
$51,200
20.91%
Views
322
Current Estimated Value
$348,967

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$52,867
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.18%
Original Mortgage
$171,100
Outstanding Balance
$166,303
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$182,664

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$296,500 Chicago Title
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $171,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/22/2023 09/22/23 Sold $296,100 +20.9% $228 / Sq Ft
08/22/2023 08/22/23 Pending -- -- --
08/16/2023 08/16/23 For Sale $244,900 -- $188 / 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 $3,593 $27,000 $5,950 $21,050
2024 $3,593 $27,000 $5,950 $21,050
2023 $3,464 $23,001 $5,313 $17,688
2022 $3,464 $23,001 $5,313 $17,688
2021 $3,419 $22,999 $5,312 $17,687
2020 $3,383 $20,769 $4,250 $16,519
2019 $3,396 $23,077 $4,250 $18,827
2018 $3,337 $23,077 $4,250 $18,827
2017 $2,310 $16,805 $3,825 $12,980
2016 $2,508 $16,805 $3,825 $12,980
2015 $2,255 $16,805 $3,825 $12,980
2014 $2,315 $16,882 $3,612 $13,270
2013 $2,251 $16,882 $3,612 $13,270
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Melanie Roman

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Melanie Roman

    RE/MAX

    (773) 865-6459

    2 in this area

    100 Total Sales

    Melanie Roman
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Leticia Cruz

    RE/MAX

    (815) 212-3718

    7 in this area

    68 Total Sales

    Leticia Cruz
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11852064

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 19-08-414-075-0000

Illinois Cook County Chicago 60638 Garfield Ridge

5221 S Major Ave, Chicago, IL

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