$649,750

5443 S Rutherford Ave Chicago, IL 60638

$7,716
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full, 1 partial
2,688 sqft
$242 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5443 S Rutherford Ave

Brand new 2nd floor addition built with 2x6 walls plus fully rehabbed main floor and the basement!!! * Home is conveniently located in the heart of Garfield Ridge short walking distance to stores, restaurants, school and a park!!! * This house has been COMPLETELY gutted down to the bricks with all finishes, framing, electrical, plumbing, HVAC being brand new! * Work has been done with full permits and passed City inspections. * Your future dream home has total of 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and modern open floor plan! * The kitchen features custom cabinetry made by a local shop, quartz countertops and state-of-the-art appliances. * The basement has been fully finished with a customized bar (made by the same shop), full bathroom and an additional bedroom (new drain tiles with a sump pump was installed prior to the work being done) * This property has a two-car garage door and a pergola to fit all your outdoor activities. * All 3 levels are properly insulated which will keep your heating and electric bill lower than average! * This is by far the most sought-after section of Garfield Ridge!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
(Price Change)
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,688 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1940
ParkingOn Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
MLS #12349349
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceElectric

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Fireplace: Electric
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Parking: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $649,750
  • Price/SqFt: $241
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,757
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Directions: Oak Park to 54th street East to Rutherford South to Home
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Living Area: 2,688 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 12349349
  • MLS Name: MRED
  • Office Name: RE/MAX 10
  • Office Phone: (773) 904-9777
  • Listing Agent: Damian Ciszek

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 23, 2023
Home Sold
$227,500
Oct 18, 2023
Home Sold
$155,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$22,999$4,757
2021$22,999$4,624
2020$18,135$4,066
2019$20,151$4,074
2018$20,151$4,006
2017$13,141$2,847

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Walsh Elementary School

Public District KG-4

1.0 mi

5640 S 75th Ave

3

Otis P Graves Elementary School

Public District PK-4

1.0 mi

6021 S 74th Ave

7

Home Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.3 mi

4400 Home Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $76,453. Residents of Chicago, IL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
32%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
10%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

41%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • TennisTennis
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • BMWBMW
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5443 S Rutherford Ave

The listing price of 5443 S Rutherford Ave property is $649,750.

The property 5443 S Rutherford Ave is a house located in Chicago, Illinois, 60638.

Active Listing: 5443 S Rutherford Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5443 S Rutherford Ave are: Walsh Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Otis P Graves Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Home Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Byrne Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Kinzie Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Heritage Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kennedy High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Argo Community High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Reavis High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $4,757 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on October 23, 2023 for $227,500 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 5443 S Rutherford Ave has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 5443 S Rutherford Ave is 2,688 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5443 S Rutherford Ave is 1940.

This home is located at 5443 S Rutherford Ave in Chicago, IL and zip code 60638 in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood. This 2,688 square foot home was built in 1940. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 30, 2025 and is currently priced at $649,750.

In April 2025 more than 901 listings in Chicago, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 351 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 879 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Chicago, IL between March and April 2025 increased by 19.8%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 31 days, the median list price was $374,309.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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