8418 Essex Avenue, South Chicago, Chicago, Illinois 60617


$290,001

For Sale
Status: Contingent
Sqft: 2,200
Cost/Sqft: $132
Beds: 5
Baths: 2
Year Built: 1928
Property Taxes: $1,275
Days On Market: 51
Lot Size: 0,00

Description

**seller offering $5K credit for downstairs kitchen build out. Welcome to 8418 S Essex Ave, a spacious and beautifully updated home offering an impressive 6 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms. It lives like a multi-family, perfect for multi generational families. From the moment you enter, you'll appreciate the open living and dining areas, creating a comfortable flow that's perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The remodeled kitchen features updated cabinetry, countertops, modern fixtures, appliances, and new flooring. Major improvements have already been completed throughout the home, including updated electrical and plumbing, along with two beautifully renovated full bathrooms. The main level also offers a versatile bonus room that can easily function as a home office, guest room, playroom, or additional flex space. Downstairs, the finished basement provides even more usable living space with laundry hookups and plenty of room for a family room, recreation area, or additional entertaining space. Outside, enjoy a large fenced backyard with plenty of space for summer gatherings, pets, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. With six bedrooms, multiple flexible living spaces, extensive updates, and a generous backyard, this home offers the space and versatility that's hard to find. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, parks, public transportation, and other neighborhood amenities. Schedule your private showing and come see everything 8418 S Essex has to offer. ***CLICK ON THE VIRTUAL TOUR LINK***

Property Specifics

Single Family
—
Ranch
1928
2025
Finished, Full
1,100 (1,100 finished)
Frame
Asphalt
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No
0
Cook
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0 / Not Applicable
None
Lake Michigan
Public Sewer
Central Air
Gas, Forced Air
12755768
21313090260000

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
24 Jan, 2009 Sold $79,500 MRED MLS
12 Nov, 2008 Under contract $81,634 MRED MLS
— Last price change $83,300 MRED MLS
25 Aug, 2008 Listed for sale $85,000 MRED MLS
9 Jul, 2025 Sold $73,000 MRED MLS
30 Jun, 2025 Under contract $79,000 MRED MLS
30 Jun, 2025 Listed for sale $79,000 MRED MLS
27 Oct, 2026 Under contract $290,001 MRED MLS
— Last price change $300,000 MRED MLS
10 Sep, 2026 Listed for sale $300,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 6
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 1
Master Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 8X13
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 8X11
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 8X10
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Carpet
Fourth Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: 11X11
Location: Basement
Floor Type: Vinyl
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Dining Room Info:
Dimensions: 10X13
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Kitchen Info:
Dimensions: 13X13
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Vinyl
Features: Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Walk-in
Laundry Room Info:
Dimensions: 12X8
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —
Living Room Info:
Dimensions: 11X12
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: Hardwood
Family Room Info:
Dimensions: 19X13
Location: Basement
Floor Type: —
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: Bedroom 5, Enclosed Porch, Bedroom 6
Basement: Finished, Full
First Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 5
Dimensions: 7X14
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Second Additional Room Info:
Name: Enclosed Porch
Dimensions: 4X6
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —
Third Additional Room Info:
Name: Bedroom 6
Dimensions: 7X14
Location: Main Level
Floor Type: —

Other Specifics

2
—
Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
—
—
—
—
—
30X125
Dormer
None
—
—
Not in DB
—
—
—

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2009 $1,010
2025 $2,057
2026 $1,275

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