Welcome to this inviting 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home in Garfield Ridge featuring an unfinished basement and plenty of potential. Enjoy hardwood floors throughout the living room, dining room, and all bedrooms. A cozy fireplace in the family room adds warmth and charm, with direct access leading out to the deck-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Landry room features double sinksThe home includes a detached 2-car garage, A/C, Water Tank and Furnace installed January 2024, and windows replaced approximately 4-5 years ago. Roof age is unknown. Refrigerator in the basement not included in the sale. Attic access in the middle bedroom in closet. Panel location in the laundry room.Room sizes are estimate. Home is being sold As Is.
- MLS# 12522803
- Date Listed11/23/2025
- Days on Realty 2 Days
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size -
- Sewer Public Sewer
- County Cook
- Year Built 1958
- Square Feet 1,404 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $259.97
Interior Features
- Appliances Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof -
- Lot Size Acres -
- Lot Size SQFT -
- Lot Features -
Directions
Head W on 59th St, turn S on Austin Ave, then turn W on 58th St to Monitor Ave. Turn S to property.
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $2,019
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Harriet E Sayre Elementary Language Academy
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
11.18 mi
Distance
William Howard Taft High School
Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home
16.46 mi
Distance
Chicago Academy Adv Tech High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
9.74 mi
Distance
Harriet E Sayre Elementary Language Academy
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
11.18 mi
Distance
William E Dever Elementary School
Public • PK - 8
13.26 mi
Distance
Arthur E Canty Elementary School
Public • PK - 8
14.39 mi
Distance
Everett Mckinley Dirksen Elementary School
Public • PK - 8
16.2 mi
Distance
William Howard Taft High School
Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home
16.46 mi
Distance
Chicago Academy Adv Tech High School
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
9.74 mi
Distance
Charles P Steinmetz College Preparatory High School
Public • 9 - 12
13.01 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
13.01 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5025 S Leclaire Avenue | Listing | 3 | 1 | Sep 30, 2025 | $199,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $236,891 |
| 5411 S 73rd Court | Listing | 3 | 3 | Sep 30, 2025 | $135,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $273,250 |
| 6019 S Meade Avenue | Listing | 2 | 2 | Sep 30, 2025 | $182,400 | Feb 23, 2024 | $265,838 |
| 6206 S Natoma Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 25, 2025 | $309,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $265,837 |
| 5410 S Lorel Avenue | Listing | 4 | 3 | Sep 30, 2025 | $187,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $292,751 |
| 5542 W 64th Street | Listing | 4 | 1 | Oct 14, 2025 | $209,900 | Feb 23, 2024 | $275,500 |
| 5700 S Mayfield Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 25, 2025 | $315,000 | Feb 23, 2024 | $245,891 |
| 5833 S KOLMAR Avenue | Listing | 2 | 2 | Oct 14, 2025 | $239,900 | Feb 15, 2023 | $238,000 |
| 5221 S Keating Avenue | Listing | 3 | 2 | Oct 14, 2025 | $289,900 | Jan 24, 2024 | $291,148 |
| 5627 S NAGLE Avenue | Listing | 3 | 1 | Oct 06, 2025 | $279,500 | Feb 23, 2024 | $302,634 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 55,939 | 2,781,445 | 5,250,629 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 5,045 | 12,207 | 5,554 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.8 | 2.5 | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 39.5 | 37 | 38.2 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $70,386 | $63,374 | $68,916 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $30,935 | $38,226 | $38,647 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 115 | 99 | 105 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 16.2°F | 18.3°F | 16.2°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 84.7°F | 84.4°F | 84.7°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.35" | 38.01" | 38.35" | 38" |
57/100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score ®
43/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
53/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
4 nearby routes: 4 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 53/100, Transit Score: 26/100, Bike Score: 50/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 5740 S Monitor Avenue
Source: Realty.com
5740 S Monitor Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638 is a Single Family 1,404 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 21 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $365,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 21 photos of 5740 S Monitor Avenue.
Our records indicate that 5740 S Monitor Avenue was built in 1958.
The full address for this home is 5740 S Monitor Avenue, Chicago, IL 60638.
5740 S Monitor Avenue has been listed on Realty.com since Sun November 23, 2025
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 53/100, Transit Score: 26/100, Bike Score: 50/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 5740 S Monitor Avenue. Harriet E Sayre Elementary Language Academy (Grades: PK - 8), William Howard Taft High School (Grades: 7 - 12), Chicago Academy Adv Tech High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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