$165,000

8442 S Essex Ave Chicago, IL 60617

$1,959
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,232 sqft
$134 / sqft
House

Property details

About 8442 S Essex Ave

Great opportunity and lots of potential in this charming bungalow style home. You can transform this 3 bdr / 1bath home and make it your own. Hardwood floors, beautiful woodwork and trim throughout. It is ready for your creative touch to transform it into a dream home and it's perfect for those seeking a project with substantial equity potential. This property also offers tremendous potential for investors looking for their next profitable project. Property is sold AS IS *** Also the property next to It will be placed for sale as soon as renters move out *** Don't miss this rare opportunity to invest in one of Chicago's promising neighborhood and schedule your showing today !!!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,232 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1927
MLS #12266188

Summary

  • MLS Number: 12266188
  • MLS Name: MRED
  • Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
  • Office Phone: (312) 642-1400
  • Listing Agent: Elena Mojsova

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$165,000

8442 S Essex Ave

$1,959

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 28, 2010
Home Sold
$40,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$11,000$2,262
2021$11,000$2,212
2020$10,072$2,243
2019$11,192$2,248
2018$11,192$2,210
2017$10,269$2,210

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Hoyne Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.6 mi

8905 S Crandon Ave

7

Earhart Options for Knowledge Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.4 mi

1710 E 93rd St

8

McDowell Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

1419 E 89th St

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 $44,474. Most Chicago, IL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

37%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

46%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 8442 S Essex Ave

This home is located at 8442 S Essex Ave in Chicago, IL and zip code 60617 in the Far Southeast Side neighborhood. This 1,232 square foot home was built in 1927. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.

In February 2025, from all listings sold in Chicago, IL there were more than 406 sold above asking price, over 629 sold below and more than 232 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in Chicago, IL between January and February 2025 increased by 16.2%. Listings spent 44 days on the market in February 2025, and had a median list price of $369,941 during the same period.

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

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