Last Sold Price
4 beds2,688 sqft$223/sqft
5443 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL 60638

Description

This great 2 story house is the closest alternative to a new construction home but without a "new construction" tax bill! Main floor and the basement were completely gutted and only masonry walls with foundation and steel beam were left original! Second floor completely newly constructed with 2x6 exterior walls providing superior insulation! Modern open floor plan with custom kitchen cabinets built by a local shop, quartz counter tops, high quality appliances! Also custom built all oak stairs with...This great 2 story house is the closest alternative to a new construction home but without a "new construction" tax bill! Main floor and the basement were completely gutted and only masonry walls with foundation and steel beam were left original! Second floor completely newly constructed with 2x6 exterior walls providing superior insulation! Modern open floor plan with custom kitchen cabinets built by a local shop, quartz counter tops, high quality appliances! Also custom built all oak stairs with railings, brand new 2 zone HVAC system, all electrical, plumbing, doors, windows, drywall and trim! Overall nearly 2700sf of living space including master bedroom suite with huge private bathroom! All of this in the hearth of Garfield Ridge very close to expressway, public transportation, school, parks, restaurants and stores! All work has been professionally done with all needed permits and passed City inspections! Basement has been fully finished with a full bath with stand-up shower, additional bedroom, customized bar and even new drain tiles with a sump pump! Rear entrance connects with a nice size mud room with the same custom cabinetry Two-car garage door and a pergola on the back yard to fit all your outdoor activities. All 3 levels are properly insulated to current building codes which will keep your heating and electric bill lower than average! Great block and one of the safest neighborhoods this great city has to offer!
LISTING CLOSED: 08/28/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Damian Ciszek • RE/MAX 10
    P: (773)-447-8547 damianconnectmls@gmail.com

Sold By RE/MAX 10

Property Details for 5443 South Rutherford Avenue

Status
MLS #
12403874
Days on Market
38
Taxes
$4,879 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built
1940
Lot Size
0.09 AC / 3,750 SF
Area
CHI - Garfield Ridge
Township
Lake
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
Architectural Style
Colonial

Location

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Building Information for 5443 South Rutherford Avenue

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,750 SF

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Property Information for 5443 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: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 840
  • Dining Room: Separate,Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: Yes
  • Rebuilt Year: 2024
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1848
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2688
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2688
  • Main Sq Ft: 1008
  • Upper Sq Ft: 840
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 30X125
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick, Synthetic Stucco, Clad Trim
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick, Synthetic Stucco, Clad Trim
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 5443
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 6732
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 840.0
  • Living Area Source: Plans
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-06-26T00:56:58
  • Photos Count: 42
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 5X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X24
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 14X22

Property History for 5443 South Rutherford Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 28, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1912705623

$600,000

+66.8% / yr

Aug 28, 2025

Sold

MRED #12403874

$600,000
Aug 1, 2025

Pending

MRED #12403874

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/28/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1912705623

$600,000

+66.8% / yr

08/28/2025

Sold

MRED #12403874

$600,000
08/01/2025

Pending

MRED #12403874

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 5443 South Rutherford Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,250Additions$17,750Total$23,000
Tax Record2023$4,879 ($407 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt840 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt840 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,750 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyCOOKAPN19-07-425-015

Schools near 5443 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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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