NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5248 S Central Ave Chicago, IL 60638

Garfield Ridge Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $387,000 - $418,000

5 Beds
3 Baths
1,632 Sq Ft
$245/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 13, 2024

Last sale price $398,000 $244 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $2,423/month

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Home Office
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Central Air
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

About This Home

As of February 2024

Introducing this exquisite Chicago-style Cape Cod residence, a true gem in the heart of Garfield Ridge. Step inside, and you'll be welcomed by a spacious and versatile layout that spans three full floors of living space - perfect for accommodating a related living situation. 2nd story has a private entrance, family room, 2nd kitchen, 2 bedrooms and full bath. Main floor offers gorgeous custom kitchen cabinets, full size dining room, 3 bedrooms and whirlpool bath. Full finished basement comes with summer kitchen, family room, 2 bedrooms and full bath. Separate laundry room is located in basement. Plenty of parking on concrete driveway off Ally and 2 car garage. Close to public transportation, making it convenient for commuting to downtown Chicago.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Vicky Franos

NowEquity Real Estate License #471018903 Listed on: 11/15/2023

NowEquity Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Alejandra Benitez

RE/MAX Partners License #475133487

RE/MAX Partners

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,027

Year Built

  • Built in 1917

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 29x122
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage ceiling height seven feet or more
  • Alley Access
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,632 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 6 Potential Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • English Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Basement Lookout

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,027

Year Built

Built in 1917

Lot Details

3,528 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus
  • 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, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full, English
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Interior Amenities: In-Law Arrangement
  • LivingArea: 1632
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Office
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished,Exterior Access,Lookout,Rec/Family Area,Walk-Up Access
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Dormer,Finished
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Driveway, Alley Access
  • ParkingTotal: 4
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),7 Foot or more high garage door
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage,Space/s
  • Parking On-Site: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 29X122
  • 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: 4026.97
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 15, 2023
Closed on
Feb 13, 2024
Sold by
Garbacz Wojciech and Garbacz Malgorzata
Bought by
Frausto Kevin L and Frausto Lino T
Seller's Agent
Vicky Franos
NowEquity Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Alejandra Benitez
RE/MAX Partners
List Price
$397,900
Sold Price
$398,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.03%
Views
913
Current Estimated Value
$399,183

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$1,183
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.14%
Original Mortgage
$384,716
Outstanding Balance
$376,230
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$22,953

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 1997
Sold by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Bought by
Garbacz Wojciech and Garbacz Malgorzata

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$69,500
Interest Rate
7.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 1994
Sold by
Standard Bank & Trust Company
Bought by
Martinez Olegario and Martinez Carmen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$95,000
Interest Rate
8.58%
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Frausto Kevin L $398,000 Old Republic Title
Garbacz Wojciech -- --
Martinez Olegario $100,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Frausto Kevin L $384,716
Previous Owner Garbacz Wojciech $69,500
Previous Owner Martinez Olegario $95,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/13/2024 02/13/24 Sold $398,000 0.0% $244 / Sq Ft
12/18/2023 12/18/23 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2023 11/15/23 For Sale $397,900 -- $244 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

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 $4,153 $31,000 $4,913 $26,087
2024 $4,153 $31,000 $4,913 $26,087
2023 $4,027 $23,000 $4,386 $18,614
2022 $4,027 $23,000 $4,386 $18,614
2021 $3,955 $22,999 $4,386 $18,613
2020 $4,484 $23,231 $3,509 $19,722
2019 $4,497 $25,813 $3,509 $22,304
2018 $4,420 $25,813 $3,509 $22,304
2017 $3,698 $20,556 $3,158 $17,398
2016 $3,617 $20,556 $3,158 $17,398
2015 $3,286 $20,556 $3,158 $17,398
2014 $2,841 $17,879 $2,982 $14,897
2013 $2,774 $17,879 $2,982 $14,897
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Vicky Franos

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Vicky Franos

    NowEquity Real Estate

    (708) 203-6089

    1 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Vicky Franos
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  • Alejandra Benitez

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Alejandra Benitez

    RE/MAX

    (708) 289-9512

    4 in this area

    85 Total Sales

    Alejandra Benitez
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11931771

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 19-08-415-042-0000

Illinois Cook County Chicago 60638 Garfield Ridge

5248 S Central Ave, Chicago, IL

Not Listed for Sale

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