8448 Essex Avenue, South Chicago, Chicago, Illinois 60617


$149,500

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 1,232
Cost/Sqft: $128
Beds: 5
Baths: 2
Year Built: 1927
Property Taxes: $1,062
Days On Market: 345
Lot Size: 0,00
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Description

Discover the possibilities with this spacious 5-bedroom, 2-bath frame single-family home located in the heart of South Chicago, one of the city's rapidly developing communities on the vibrant Southeast Side. Once housing multiple families, this property is perfectly set up for multi-generational living - offering enough room for everyone while keeping loved ones under one roof. With a little TLC and a clear vision, you can transform this home into your forever family space. The rear yard offers exceptional potential - enough room to create a rear parking pad or even add a garage for convenience and added value. Key Highlights: 5 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Spacious layout ideal for multi-generational living Rear yard with parking/garage potential. Property sold AS-IS, broom-swept clean prior to closing ARV in the area exceeds $300,000 - a smart investment opportunity. This is your chance to bring your ideas to life in a growing neighborhood where revitalization is already underway. Whether you're looking to plant roots or create an income-producing property, 8448 S Essex is ready for your vision. ***Schedule your showing today and start imagining the possibilities***

Property Specifics

Single Family
1927
No
Cook
— / Not Applicable
12441187
21313090360000

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
14 Nov, 2025 Sold $149,500 MRED MLS
20 Oct, 2025 Under contract $157,900 MRED MLS
Last price change $164,900 MRED MLS
8 Aug, 2025 Listed for sale $164,900 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 5
Bedrooms Above Ground: 5
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
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Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 0
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 0
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Other Specifics

3750
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2025 $1,062

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