5700 S Monitor Ave

Chicago, IL 60638

$374,873
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,500 Sq. Ft.
$150 / Sq. Ft.
2,500
Sq. Ft.
$150
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 12/17/25
Closed 12/17/25
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Description

You must see this updated, sturdy brick raised ranch on a premium corner lot with a side-load 2-car garage in the popular Garfield Ridge area. Inside, you'll find a move-in ready home with a welcoming living room featuring recessed lighting and well-kept hardwood floors, complemented by modern white baseboards & doors that continue through the hallway and bedrooms, along with newer windows throughout. The completely updated eat-in kitchen offers modern gray cabinetry, quartz countertops, a breakfast/snack...You must see this updated, sturdy brick raised ranch on a premium corner lot with a side-load 2-car garage in the popular Garfield Ridge area. Inside, you'll find a move-in ready home with a welcoming living room featuring recessed lighting and well-kept hardwood floors, complemented by modern white baseboards & doors that continue through the hallway and bedrooms, along with newer windows throughout. The completely updated eat-in kitchen offers modern gray cabinetry, quartz countertops, a breakfast/snack bar, table space, and sleek black stainless appliances. The home includes 2 recently updated bathrooms-one on the main level and another in the nicely finished L-shaped basement with a dry bar, perfect for gatherings. A voluminous bonus room/enclosed porch with vaulted ceilings and skylights connects the house to the garage and can serve as extra living space or storage. The backyard features a patio and privacy fence, providing an ideal spot for outdoor enjoyment. Convenient location just minutes from shopping, dining, and easy access to I-55, downtown, and Midway Airport. A rare find-schedule your viewing today!
  1. Listed by Thomas Domasik • RE/MAX 10 in the Park
    P: (708)-923-0900 thomasdomasik@gmail.com

Sold By Redfin Corporation

Property Details for 5700 South Monitor Avenue

Area
CHI - Garfield Ridge
Township
Lake
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 12/18/2025 05:11 AM

Property Details for 5700 South Monitor Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12460677
Days on Market27
Taxes$4,600 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / Raised Ranch
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,264 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 5700 South Monitor Avenue

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,264 SF

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 5700 South Monitor Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Type: Raised Ranch
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Breezeway
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: Raised Ranch
  • Total Sq Ft: 2500
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2500
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2500
  • Lower Sq Ft: 1241
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1259
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Landscaped Professionally
  • Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 34X125
  • Other Structures: None
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 5700
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 5850
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1259
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2025-09-02T16:44:29
  • Photos Count: 22
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 40X19
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 16X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X15
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 18X14
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Dimensions: 10X9

Property History for 5700 South Monitor Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 17, 2025

Sold

MRED #12460677

$374,873—
Dec 16, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1925407828

$375,000

+4.8% / yr

Sep 28, 2025

Pending

MRED #12460677

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/17/2025

Sold

MRED #12460677

$374,873
12/16/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1925407828

$375,000

+4.8% / yr

09/28/2025

Pending

MRED #12460677

—

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

Public Records for 5700 South Monitor Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,972Additions$25,028Total$31,000
Tax Record2023$4,600 ($383 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,259 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,259 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,266 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956CountyCOOKAPN19-17-218-048

Schools near 5700 South Monitor Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kinzie Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Kennedy High School
Public - 9 to 12
Art in Motion Charter School
Charter - 7 to 12
Jefferson Alt High School
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Kinzie Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Kennedy High School
Public9 to 12

Art in Motion Charter School
Charter7 to 12

Jefferson Alt High School
Public6 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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