7545 Merrill Avenue, South Shore, Chicago, Illinois 60649


$166,500

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 2,200
Cost/Sqft: $82
Beds: 3
Baths: 2
Year Built: 1920
Property Taxes: $2,686
Days On Market: 321
Lot Size: 0,00
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Description

Classic Chicago Bungalow with Endless Potential! Attention savvy investors, rehabbers and 203k buyers-this is your chance to bring new life to a solid South Shore classic! This charming bungalow offers great bones and plenty of character, featuring a permitted dormered second floor and a roof just 13 years old. While the home is in need of updates, it's not a total gut, making it an ideal project for those looking to renovate with vision and value in mind. Like units in this neighborhood sell upwards of 400k remodeled. Sold strictly as-is, where-is, with buyer responsible for clean out. This is an excellent opportunity to invest in a well-built home with plenty of upside in a desirable neighborhood. Don't miss out-bring your ideas and make this gem shine again!

Property Specifics

Single Family
1920
No
Cook
— / Not Applicable
12353164
20254030130000

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
22 Jul, 2025 Sold $166,500 MRED MLS
23 May, 2025 Under contract $180,000 MRED MLS
1 May, 2025 Listed for sale $180,000 MRED MLS
24 Feb, 2026 Sold $339,900 MRED MLS
25 Jan, 2026 Under contract $339,000 MRED MLS
25 Jan, 2026 Listed for sale $339,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Third Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

2
28X125
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2025 $2,686

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