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Seller's Agent in 2021
Keena Bikulcius
United Real Estate - Chicago
5440 S Neenah Ave Chicago, IL 60638
Garfield Ridge NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $508,000 - $571,000
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,900
Sq Ft
$188/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of August 2021Look no further! Beautifully updated 5 bedroom home in a spectacular Garfield Ridge location! This large family home has an addition and is much larger than it looks. You get so many great and unique features like: a gorgeous new kitchen (2020) with stunning granite countertops, pristine white cabinetry and stainless appliances, newly refinished hardwood floors in the living room, dining room and family room on the main level, fireplace is woodburning with a gas start, master bedroom has walk in closet, hardwood floor and it's own balcony, brand new carpeting in the other 4 bedrooms upstairs, second floor stackable laundry in addition to laundry in the basement, second floor Jack and Jill bathroom with separate shower and jacuzzi tub, addition was built with a basement which is a finished rec room with an oak bar and full bathroom, the unfinished side of the basement provides great extra storage. And wait until you see the backyard oasis! Step right out onto a large deck, perfect for relaxing or dine alfresco on the beautiful stamped concrete patio under the custom built gazebo complete with ceiling fan to keep you nice and cool. There is also an oversized 24'X32' garage with great additional storage space, epoxy floor, tall garage door on alley side and single garage door on the yard side. The back yard is fully fenced with a dog run on one side and a side drive on the other. All of this in such a great location near Archer Ave., Harlem Ave and I-55. Truly a MUST SEE! Schedule your appointment today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keena Bikulcius
United Real Estate - Chicago License #475138477 Listed on: 04/29/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,117
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 5,001 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 40x125
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 2,900 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in multiple locations
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2025
Sold by
Martinek Millicent and Martinek Andrew
Bought by
Andrew And Millicent Martinek Living Trust and Martinek
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 29, 2021
Closed on
Jul 29, 2021
Sold by
Smith James J and Smith Shannon M
Bought by
Martinek Andrew and Martinek Milicent
Seller's Agent
Keena Bikulcius
United Real Estate - Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Saloua Fahsi
Real People Realty
List Price
$489,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-3.89%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.62%
Original Mortgage
$446,500
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 15, 2000
Sold by
Smith James J
Bought by
Smith James J and Smith Shannon M
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 1995
Sold by
Smith Elizabeth M
Bought by
Smith James J
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 16, 1994
Sold by
Bank Of Chicago
Bought by
Smith James J and Smith Elizabeth M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$78,000
Interest Rate
8.34%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew And Millicent Martinek Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Martinek Andrew | $470,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Smith James J | -- | -- | |
| Smith James J | -- | -- | |
| Smith James J | $146,250 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Martinek Andrew | $446,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith James J | $78,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2021 08/13/21 | Sold | $470,000 | +0.2% | $162 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2021 06/17/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/09/2021 05/09/21 | Price Changed | $469,000 | -4.1% | $162 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2021 04/28/21 | For Sale | $489,000 | -- | $169 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,722 | $38,000 | $7,000 | $31,000 |
| 2023 | $6,532 | $35,000 | $6,250 | $28,750 |
| 2022 | $6,532 | $35,000 | $6,250 | $28,750 |
| 2021 | $7,038 | $35,000 | $6,250 | $28,750 |
| 2020 | $6,105 | $27,229 | $5,000 | $22,229 |
| 2019 | $6,117 | $30,255 | $5,000 | $25,255 |
| 2018 | $5,332 | $30,255 | $5,000 | $25,255 |
| 2017 | $4,859 | $25,799 | $4,500 | $21,299 |
| 2016 | $4,698 | $25,799 | $4,500 | $21,299 |
| 2015 | $4,278 | $25,799 | $4,500 | $21,299 |
| 2014 | $3,785 | $22,810 | $4,250 | $18,560 |
| 2013 | $3,700 | $22,810 | $4,250 | $18,560 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Saloua Fahsi
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Saloua Fahsi
Real People Realty
1 in this area
4 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11069377
APN: 19-07-428-025-0000
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