5605 S Merrimac Avenue
Chicago, IL 60638
- 4 beds
- 4 baths
- 3,548 sqft
- 5,000 sqft lot
- $185 per sqft
- 1953 build
- – on site
Rarely available, this expansive 2-story home with a full finished basement and a concrete side driveway is a true gem in Garfield Ridge! Developed with a major second-story and family room addition in 2007, and stunningly remodeled in 2025, this home offers the best of timeless construction and modern luxury. Step inside to soaring 9- and 10-foot ceilings on main floor, raised ceilings upstairs, rich hardwood floors across both the main and second levels, and a bright, open floor plan. The gorgeous 2025 custom kitchen features a massive island, elegant white cabinetry, and new high-end appliances, seamlessly flowing into the dining area and oversized family room. From there, step out to a covered back porch complete with a beautiful outdoor wood fireplace (built Fall 2024) - perfect for year-round enjoyment. Upstairs, you'll find a luxurious master suite with a spa-like bathroom featuring a walk-in shower, a soaking tub, double vanity, and heated floors. A second upstairs bathroom boasts a custom walk-in shower and vanity, plus a conveniently located upstairs laundry closet with a new stackable washer and dryer. The finished basement is equally impressive, offering a wet bar, a large recreation room, a 2021 full bath,a 2023 custom laundry area, and a dedicated canning room - ideal for hobbies or extra storage. An additional bedroom in the basement and a main-level office provide versatility for today's lifestyle. Other features include Pella custom windows/doors, solid wood interior doors, statement staircase & banisters, tall baseboards and trim, 2025 designer lighting throughout, fresh 2025 paint, two separate heating and cooling systems, and a 2007-built garage. The fully fenced backyard even includes an additional parking space accessible from the alley! Every update was done for the owners' personal enjoyment - no corners cut, no flip job - just true pride of ownership throughout. All types of financing welcome! If you're looking for a huge, high-quality home in a fantastic Garfield Ridge location, this one checks all the boxes.
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Last updated Apr 26, 2025
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MLS# 12335981 —
The Building
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Year Built:1953
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Rebuilt:Yes
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Rebuilt Year:2007
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New Construction:false
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Brick
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Roof:Asphalt
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Basement:Finished, Full
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Foundation Details:Concrete Perimeter
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Exterior Features:Balcony
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Window Features:Double Pane Windows,Window Treatments
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Patio And Porch Features:Deck
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Disability Access:No
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Other Equipment:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
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Total SqFt:2548
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Total SqFt:3548
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Below Grade Finished Area:1000
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Main SqFt:1274
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Upper SqFt:1274
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Basement SqFt:1000
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Living Area Source:Assessor
Interior
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Room Type:Office, Game Room, Bedroom 5, Other Room
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Rooms Total:11
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Interior Features:Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Dining Combo, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
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Door Features:6 Panel Door(s),Sliding Glass Door(s)
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Fireplaces Total:1
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Fireplace Features:Wood Burning, Gas Starter
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Fireplace Location:Family Room
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Laundry Features:Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Multiple Locations, Sink
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Flooring:Hardwood
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:3548
Location
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Directions:EAST OR WEST ON 55TH STREET SOUTH ON MERRIMAC TO HOME
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Location:26597
The Property
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Parcel Number:19171110270000
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Property Type:Residential
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Location:A,C
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Lot Size Dimensions:40X125
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Rural:N
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Waterfront:false
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Additional Parcels:false
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Fencing:Fenced
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (630) 287-0011
- Office phone:
- (708) 963-0011
Taxes
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Tax Year:2023
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Tax Annual Amount:6933.41
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:4
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Bedrooms Possible:5
Baths
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Baths:4
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Full Baths:3
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Half Baths:1
The Listing
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Special Listing Conditions:None
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
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Cooling:Central Air
Utilities
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Sewer:Public Sewer
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Electric:Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
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Water Source:Lake Michigan
Appliances
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Appliances:Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier
Schools
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Elementary School:Kinzie Elementary School
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Elementary School District:299
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Middle Or Junior School District:299
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High School:Kennedy High School
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High School District:299
The Community
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Community Features:Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
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Association Fee Includes:None
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Association Fee Frequency:Not Applicable
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Master Assoc Fee Frequency:Not Required
Parking
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Parking Total:2
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Parking Features:Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
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Garage Spaces:2
Extra Units
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Other Structures:Covered Arena
Monthly cost estimate
Asking price
$659,900
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Mortgage
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$3,533
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| Taxes | $577 |
| Insurance | $181 |
| Utilities | $199 See report |
| Total | $4,490/mo.* |
| *This is an estimate |
Walk Score®
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Bike Score®
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Transit Score®
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Transit Score measures a location's access to public transit. It is based on nearby transit routes frequency, type of route (bus, rail, etc.), and distance to the nearest stop on the route. Transit Scores range from 0 (Minimal Transit) to 100 (Rider’s Paradise).
Soundscore™
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Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Air Pollution Index
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Sale history
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4/25/25
Apr 25, 2025
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Listed / Active | MRED | $659,900 |
