5556 S Tripp Ave Chicago, IL 60629
West Elsdon NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,953/month
Highlights
- Ranch Style House
- Corner Lot
- Walk-In Closet
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Living Room
About This Home
One-of-a-kind opportunity to own this solid all-brick ranch, lovingly maintained by its original owner. Offering over 1,800 sq. ft. on the main floor, this spacious home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, along with a bright, flowing layout filled with natural light. Enjoy hardwood floors throughout-some beautifully exposed, others preserved under carpet. The main level includes a formal living room, formal dining room, and a large family room, providing plenty of space for gathering and everyday living. A new radiant heat furnace adds value and peace of mind. The full, unfinished basement is a blank canvas ready for your ideas-perfect for creating additional living space, a recreation area, or storage. While the home offers tremendous potential and does need updating, its size, structure, and location make it an exceptional find. Situated on a desirable corner double lot, the property also features a huge, oversized brick garage for additional storage, work space, or extra vehicles. A truly special home with endless possibilities-don't miss this rare Midway-area gem! To be sold in "AS IS " Condition.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,318
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 51 x 125
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,830 Sq Ft Home
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Electric Oven
- Range
- Microwave
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Ranch
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
- Senior Freeze Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $1,913 | $14,551 | $2,520 | $12,031 |
| 2023 | $702 | $12,000 | $3,150 | $8,850 |
| 2022 | $702 | $12,000 | $3,150 | $8,850 |
| 2021 | $664 | $12,000 | $3,150 | $8,850 |
| 2020 | $690 | $11,668 | $3,150 | $8,518 |
| 2019 | $688 | $13,111 | $3,150 | $9,961 |
| 2018 | $677 | $13,111 | $3,150 | $9,961 |
| 2017 | $725 | $10,750 | $2,835 | $7,915 |
| 2016 | $929 | $10,750 | $2,835 | $7,915 |
| 2015 | $894 | $10,750 | $2,835 | $7,915 |
| 2014 | $886 | $10,415 | $2,677 | $7,738 |
| 2013 | $890 | $10,415 | $2,677 | $7,738 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/27/2025 11/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/24/2025 11/24/25 | For Sale | $350,000 | -- | $191 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | First American Title |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12522857
APN: 19-15-202-045-0000
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