Charming Brick Ranch Home at 520 W 97th Street, Chicago, IL Welcome to this inviting brick ranch nestled in a prime Chicago location! Boasting approximately 1,113 square feet of well-designed living space, this cozy 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The spacious eat-in kitchen is ideal for family meals or entertaining, while the light-filled living areas create a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Situated in a sought-after neighborhood, this home is just minutes from local schools, shopping, major roads, and a variety of amenities, ensuring everything you need is within easy reach. This gem is a fantastic opportunity to own in a vibrant, accessible community.
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$140,196
520 W 97th St, Chicago, IL 60628
3beds
1,113sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
3,123 Square Feet Lot
$257,400 Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$2,193 Estimated rent
Home value
$257,400
$232,000 - $281,000
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Inviting brick ranchSpacious eat-in kitchenWell-designed living space
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Listed by:
Steve Meeker 219-796-6924,
Meeker Real Estate Inc
Bought with:
Jakoba Norfleet
Real People Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12476453
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X17
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,113 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,123 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 25091130380000
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $126/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $130,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,961
- Date on market: 10/1/2025
- Listing terms: Other
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | Sold | $140,196-24.2%$126/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12476453 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2019 | Sold | $185,000+163%$166/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2018 | Sold | $70,350+8.4%$63/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09908515 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2018 | Pending sale | $64,900$58/sqft |
Source: Owners.com #09908515 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2018 | Listed for sale | $64,900$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,619 -11.6% | $13,000 -7.1% |
| 2023 | $2,961 +2.5% | $13,999 |
| 2022 | $2,888 +2.3% | $13,999 |
| 2021 | $2,823 +9.9% | $13,999 +21.7% |
| 2020 | $2,569 +0.9% | $11,503 -9% |
| 2019 | $2,546 +1.7% | $12,641 |
| 2018 | $2,503 +7.9% | $12,641 +17.5% |
| 2017 | $2,321 +7.5% | $10,756 |
| 2016 | $2,159 +9.3% | $10,756 |
| 2015 | $1,976 -2.3% | $10,756 -1.1% |
| 2014 | $2,022 +2% | $10,872 |
| 2013 | $1,982 +1.4% | $10,872 |
| 2012 | $1,955 -6.5% | $10,872 -15.6% |
| 2011 | $2,091 -0.4% | $12,878 |
| 2010 | $2,100 +4.4% | $12,878 |
| 2009 | $2,012 +4.9% | $12,878 -3.5% |
| 2008 | $1,918 +1.1% | $13,345 |
| 2007 | $1,898 -1.1% | $13,345 |
| 2006 | $1,918 +13% | $13,345 +28.7% |
| 2005 | $1,697 +1% | $10,370 |
| 2004 | $1,681 +2.2% | $10,370 |
| 2003 | $1,644 +25.1% | $10,370 +42% |
| 2002 | $1,314 +43.5% | $7,305 |
| 2001 | $916 -9.9% | $7,305 |
| 2000 | $1,017 +0.6% | $7,305 +0.3% |
| 1999 | $1,011 | $7,284 |
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Neighborhood: Longwood Manor
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Evers Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- NAHarlan Community Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 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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Estimated market value
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