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5738 S Ada St, Chicago, IL, 60636

4beds
1baths
995sqft
$135,000
$136price/sqft
$1,196/moest. monthly cost
$47,840/yrincome needed

About This Home

This solid brick 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom residence offers a spacious and functional layout with strong potential for both homeowners and investors, located on a well-established residential block in Chicago's South Side. The property presents a classic exterior with durable construction and timeless appeal, sitting on a traditional city lot with a welcoming front presence and backyard space that can be utilized for outdoor enjoyment, gatherings, or future enhancements. Inside, the home features a bright and inviting living room filled with natural light, creating a comfortable setting for everyday living. The layout flows into a dedicated dining area that provides ample space for meals, entertaining, and family gatherings, maintaining a practical connection to the kitchen, which offers a functional design with sufficient space to accommodate daily use and customization based on personal preferences. The home includes four well-proportioned bedrooms, each offering flexibility for a variety of living arrangements such as family use, guest rooms, or workspace, allowing the property to adapt to different needs. The full bathroom is centrally located and designed to serve the home efficiently. The overall layout reflects a traditional floor plan that maximizes space and usability, providing a solid foundation for comfortable living. The property also offers additional interior and exterior space that can be utilized for storage or expanded use, giving buyers the opportunity to personalize and enhance the home over time. Situated on a residential street with a strong sense of community, the surrounding area features a mix of long-term homeowners and maintained properties, contributing to the neighborhood's stability and appeal. The location provides access to nearby parks and recreational areas, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation, while local shopping, dining, and essential services are conveniently accessible, supporting everyday living. Transportation is another key advantage, with access to major roadways and public transit options that allow for efficient travel throughout Chicago and surrounding areas. This property represents an excellent opportunity to own a solid brick home with a flexible layout, multiple bedrooms, and strong long-term potential, whether as a primary residence or an investment. With its combination of space, structure, and location, 5738 S Ada St stands out as a valuable opportunity in today's market.

Getting Around

63
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
60
TransitGood Transit
63
BikeBikeable

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1918

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Bungalow
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Refrigerator

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 108
  • Dimensions: 12X9

Bedroom3

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 90
  • Dimensions: 9X10

Bedroom4

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 209
  • Dimensions: 19X11

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 154
  • Dimensions: 14X11

Family Room

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 192
  • Dimensions: 16X12

Foyer

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 25
  • Dimensions: 5X5

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 995
  • Total interior livable area: 995 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 132
  • Dimensions: 12X11

Laundry

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 100
  • Dimensions: 10X10

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 14X12

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 12X10

Storage

  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 380
  • Dimensions: 20X19

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Details

  • Parcel number: 20171200400000
  • Special condition: Real Estate Owned

Features

  • Stories: 1
  • Fencing: Fenced

Lot

  • Lot size: 3,049 sqft
  • Lot size dimensions: 124 x 25

Parking

  • Parking features: Off Alley

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Tornado
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood
Other
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $682$8,184
Home Insurance *$190$2,280
Property Taxes $194$2,328
Electricity $130$1,569
Total$1,196$14,352
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$41,005/yr
40% on housing$35,880/yr
45% on housing$31,893/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 15.1%
15.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.8%
-0.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$136This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 60636$148
Cook County$225

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 60636$116
Cook County$219

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-24Price change$145,000
2026-04-01Listed for sale$150,000
2025-05-06Listing removed$145,000
2025-02-12Price change$145,000
2025-01-15Pending sale$115,000
2024-10-06Listed for sale$115,000

Unknown Listed By

AgentFernando Godoy, ABR,CSC,PSA,RENE,SFR,SRS
BrokerageeXp Realty

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