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5605 S Merrimac
Chicago, IL 60638

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 / 1 Baths
  • 2,548 Sq. Ft.
  • Built In 1953
Price

$659,900

Est Payment
$4,076 / month (details)  
Taxes
$6,933  
Beds
4  
Baths
3 / 1  
Rooms
11  
Type
Detached Single  
Sq. Ft.
2,548  
Lot Size
40X125  
Built
1953  
Neighborhood
Garfield Ridge  
MLS
#12335981
Status
Active (0 days)

Property Description

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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Property Details

Rooms

Room
Level
Flooring
Size
Living Room
Main
Hardwood
14X12
Dining Room
Main
Hardwood
COMBO
Kitchen
Main
Hardwood
23X13
Family Room
Main
Hardwood
22X14
Laundry
Basement
Ceramic Tile
12X6
Master Bedroom
Second
Hardwood
18X16
Bedroom 2
Second
Carpet
11X10
Bedroom 3
Second
Carpet
12X11
Bedroom 4
Second
Carpet
13X11
Bedroom 5
Basement
10X11
Office
Main
Hardwood
10X11
Game Room
Basement
Wood Laminate
23X14
Other Room
Basement
4X10

Utilities

  • Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant Floor
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Water Lake Michigan
  • Sewer Public Sewer

Additional Information

Interior Features
Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Dining Combo, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
Exterior Features
Balcony
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier
Parking
2 Garage Spaces, Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage, Parking included in price
Schools
Kennedy High School (299), Kinzie Elementary School (299)

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Listing History

04-25-2025 Listed at $659,900
Last Modified 4/25/25 6:19 PM

Nearby Transportation

  • Bus 55N 0.1 mi
  • Bus 62H 0.2 mi
  • Bus 62 0.2 mi
  • Bus 55A 0.3 mi
  • Bus 63W 0.9 mi
  • Bus 165 1.1 mi
  • I 55 South 1.4 mi
  • I 55 North 1.4 mi
  • Hwy 171 South 1.7 mi
  • Hwy 171 North 2.9 mi
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