Solid brick 3-bedroom, 1-bath raised ranch offering great value and tons of potential! This home needs some TLC and updating, but it's a fantastic opportunity. Full basement with endless possibilities, perfect for additional living space, storage, or a future recreation area. Enjoy a 2-car detached garage. Whether you're an investor or a homeowner looking to build equity, this property is a great find! Estate Sale, SOLD AS-IS! Property appraised at list price!
Active
$290,000
5220 S Central Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
3beds
1,040sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1964
3,125 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$279/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Solid brickFull basement
- 20 days |
- 645 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 24, 2025 at 10:07pm
Listing courtesy of:
Kamila Jurasik 708-253-7068,
RE/MAX 10
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12520781
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Other), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 700 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X14
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,891
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 851
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,125 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X125
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 19084150310000
- Special conditions: Court Approval Required
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1964
Details
- Builder model: RAISED RANCH
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $279/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $209,990
- Annual tax amount: $4,762
- Date on market: 11/20/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $290,000$279/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12520781 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,731 +3.2% | $20,999 |
| 2022 | $3,616 +1.8% | $20,999 |
| 2021 | $3,553 -18.4% | $20,999 +7.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,977/mo
Principal & interest
$1421
Property taxes
$454
Home insurance
$102
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Twain Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Kennedy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blair Early Childhood Center
- Middle: Mark Twain Elementary School
- District: 299
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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