5100 S Rutherford Ave

1,592 Sq. Ft.
$302 / Sq. Ft.
1,592
Sq. Ft.
$302
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated, two-story residence in the sought-after Garfield Ridge neighborhood. Sitting blocks away from local parks, shopping centers, and quick access to the I-55 Stevenson Expressway. This unique property features a flexible layout that functions perfectly as a single-family residence while providing excellent rental income opportunities. Extensive improvements on the major Systems & mechanicals completed within the last two years include: Dual high-efficiency York furnaces...Welcome to this beautifully updated, two-story residence in the sought-after Garfield Ridge neighborhood. Sitting blocks away from local parks, shopping centers, and quick access to the I-55 Stevenson Expressway. This unique property features a flexible layout that functions perfectly as a single-family residence while providing excellent rental income opportunities. Extensive improvements on the major Systems & mechanicals completed within the last two years include: Dual high-efficiency York furnaces and central air systems with separate thermostats, Generac natural gas whole-home generator serving both the residence and heated 2-car garage, new copper plumbing, sump pump, water heater, and upgraded 200-amp electrical service. Exterior Updates include complete tear-off roof with new decking and updated attic ventilation, new siding, climate guard windows and gutters with leaf guards, and enhanced second-floor insulation. Interior Features updates are Luxury vinyl flooring throughout, oak trim, updated lighting, and new electrical outlets/switches. The basement also features a newly finished bedroom with closet. In addition, the home boasts updated appliances, Andersen sliding doors, a freshly painted rear deck, new driveway gates, and a heated two floor/2-car garage with a new Lift Master opener. This move-in-ready home delivers a flexible living arrangement and true peace of mind thanks to its high-quality updates. Hurry, this one won't last!
  1. Listed by Daniel Villegas • Realty of America, LLC
    P: (312)-576-7585 C: (312)-576-7585 realestatebyvillegas@gmail.com

Property Details for 5100 South Rutherford Avenue

Area
CHI - Garfield Ridge
Township
Lake
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 06/29/2026 04:06 PM

Property Details for 5100 South Rutherford Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12682158
Days on Market8
Taxes$6,458 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,100 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 5100 South Rutherford Avenue

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,100 SF

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Property Information for 5100 South Rutherford Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Mud Room, Bedroom 5
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 4100
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 5100
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 6700
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1592
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2026-06-20T18:54:03
  • Photos Count: 44
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 8X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: COMBO
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X32
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 10X16
Mud Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Mud Room
  • Dimensions: 12X10

Property History for 5100 South Rutherford Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12682158

$479,999
Jun 11, 2024

Sold

MRED #12025649

$383,000
Jun 7, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1535248822

$383,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/22/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12682158

$479,999
06/11/2024

Sold

MRED #12025649

$383,000
06/07/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1535248822

$383,000

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Public Records for 5100 South Rutherford Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$6,357Additions$25,643Total$32,000
Tax Record2023$5,448 ($454 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,592 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,592 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,541 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955CountyCOOKAPN19-07-400-055

Schools near 5100 South Rutherford Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 1
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Byrne Elementary School
PublicK to 8

Kennedy High School
Public9 to 12

Blair Early Childhood Center
PublicPK to 1

Hancock College Preparatory High School
Public9 to 12

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5100 South Rutherford Avenue is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60638. This property was listed for sale on June 22, 2026 by Realty of America, LLC, it's currently listed at $479,999. It has been on the market for a total of 8 days and was last sold on June 11, 2024. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Byrne Elementary School, Kennedy High School and Blair Early Childhood Center. 5100 South Rutherford Avenue is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 1,592 sqft single family home built in 1952.

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