$390,000

5940 W 55th St Chicago, IL 60638

$4,631
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
3,208 sqft
0.2 acres
$122 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5940 W 55th St

Experience a once in a lifetime opportunity to own this incredible two story custom built brick home in Garfield Ridge with only two owners. This home is being offered for the first time in over 70 years! The home is situated on a spacious 66' wide X 121' lot. This home exudes true character with huge rooms, 9' ceilings, and unique custom finishes throughout. Step inside to discover a massive living room, a large separate dining room, complemented by two generously sized bedrooms flanking a full bathroom. Abundant closets provide ample storage, while hardwood flooring lies beneath the carpet, waiting to be revealed. The curved window bays add a charming touch, enhancing the home's distinctive appeal. The large kitchen offers an eat-in space and features a huge pantry, perfect for any culinary needs. There's also an additional room off the back that can serve as a mudroom or extra living space, providing versatility for your lifestyle. Venture upstairs to find a huge room that can be divided into two additional bedrooms. The basement boasts high ceilings and includes a full bathroom, as well as a large dry bar that completes the space. This home combines the best of both worlds with a boiler system and central AC for year-round comfort. A long side drive leads to a two-car garage, and the expansive side yard offers endless possibilities. Whether you're looking to update this well-maintained property for personal enjoyment or consider maximizing the potential of the double lot, this unique custom home, offered AS IS, is one you won't want to miss. Located in vibrant Garfield Ridge, this home has walkability to shopping, public transportation, restaurants and more.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingSteam, Radiant
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,208 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.185 Acres
Year built1938
ParkingAsphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
MLS #12344516
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 12344516
  • MLS Name: MRED
  • Office Name: Baird & Warner
  • Office Phone: (773) 775-1855
  • Listing Agent: Diane Vanna

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$390,000

5940 W 55th St

$4,631

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Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$28,000$4,518
2021$28,000$-
2020$26,412$-
2019$29,347$-
2018$29,347$-
2017$24,451$-

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Edison Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.9 mi

4100 Scoville Ave

3

Otis P Graves Elementary School

Public District PK-4

1.9 mi

6021 S 74th Ave

7

Home Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.9 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 $44,388. Most Chicago, IL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

35%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
9%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

47%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
21%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • IKEAIKEA
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QuiznosQuiznos
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • ToyotaToyota
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Soft Adult ContemporarySoft Adult Contemporary
  • JazzJazz
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5940 W 55th St

This home is located at 5940 W 55th St in Chicago, IL and zip code 60638 in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood. This 3,208 square foot home, which was built in 1938, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $390,000.

While more than 713 listings in Chicago, IL in March 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 340 listings sold at asking price, and more than 784 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Chicago, IL increased by 25.7% between February and March 2025. In March 2025 median list price was $372,223 and the average listing age was 39 days.

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

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