If you've been searching for your next smart investment, this opportunity might be exactly what you've been waiting for. This 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath townhouse offers incredible potential, giving you three full levels of living space - including a finished basement - to bring your vision to life. Located just blocks from public transportation, schools, shopping, dining, and the lake, this home sits right in the heart of convenience. Whether you're rebuilding, refreshing, or reimagining, the location alone provides a strong foundation for future value. As with many great investment finds, the property is being sold as-is, but with the right touch and a little imagination, it can become something truly special. If you're ready to step into your next project with purpose and confidence, this could be the one.
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$175,000
1542 W Fargo Ave Unit A, Chicago, IL 60626
3beds
1,260sqft
Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
2,088 Square Feet Lot
$180,100 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$2,628 Estimated rent
Home value
$180,100
$162,000 - $200,000
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Finished basement
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Listed by:
Marsha Green (773)386-8679,
Real People Realty
Bought with:
Tedi Smola
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12530844
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X25
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,260 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Off Alley, Yes, Owned
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Lot
- Size: 2,088 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 11293060250000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $139/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $240,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,630
- Date on market: 12/11/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/9/2026 | Sold | $175,000$139/sqft |
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| 1/2/2026 | Pending sale | $175,000$139/sqft |
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| 12/14/2025 | Contingent | $175,000$139/sqft |
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| 12/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $175,000+36.5%$139/sqft |
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| 5/24/1995 | Sold | $128,250$102/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $24,000 +14.3% |
| 2023 | $3,171 +3.9% | $20,999 |
| 2022 | $3,053 +82.7% | $20,999 |
| 2021 | $1,671 -3.1% | $20,999 +17.1% |
| 2020 | $1,724 +0.3% | $17,937 -10.3% |
| 2019 | $1,719 +1.5% | $19,996 |
| 2018 | $1,693 -6.6% | $19,996 +24.2% |
| 2017 | $1,813 +291.9% | $16,095 |
| 2016 | $463 -81.3% | $16,095 |
| 2015 | $2,469 +8.5% | $16,095 +3.4% |
| 2014 | $2,276 +2.7% | $15,567 |
| 2013 | $2,216 -0.1% | $15,567 |
| 2012 | $2,218 -21.6% | $15,567 -27.6% |
| 2011 | $2,828 +41% | $21,492 |
| 2010 | $2,006 -17.3% | $21,492 |
| 2009 | $2,426 -1.5% | $21,492 -10% |
| 2008 | $2,462 +41.5% | $23,876 |
| 2007 | $1,740 +0.8% | $23,876 |
| 2006 | $1,727 -5.1% | $23,876 +42.7% |
| 2005 | $1,820 +1.9% | $16,727 |
| 2004 | $1,786 +4.5% | $16,727 |
| 2003 | $1,710 -19.9% | $16,727 +40.7% |
| 2002 | $2,135 +25% | $11,885 |
| 2001 | $1,708 +10.1% | $11,885 |
| 2000 | $1,551 +0.1% | $11,885 +18% |
| 1999 | $1,549 | $10,071 |
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Neighborhood: Rogers Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Gale Elementary Community AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Sullivan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 299
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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