Charming Cape Cod in the Highly Desirable Galewood Neighborhood! As you walk into the home, you're welcomed by a beautiful and spacious open floor plan featuring a sunlit living room and formal dining area. The living room boasts a cozy fireplace and a charming bay window-the perfect spot for a seating area to relax and enjoy the view. French doors lead into a stunning formal dining room that features a very unique, massive black glass window-an eye-catching statement piece that fills the space with natural light and timeless elegance. The kitchen features rich espresso-colored modern cabinets, offering both style and functionality. Two generously sized bedrooms are located on the main level, providing comfort and convenience for family or guests. Upstairs, you'll find a large primary suite complete with its own private full bath featuring a relaxing jacuzzi tub-your own personal retreat after a long day. The fully finished basement adds even more living space with an additional bedroom, a spacious family room, one full bathroom and one half bath, giving you plenty of flexibility for guests, recreation, or a home office. This home also includes a beautiful enclosed sunroom, perfect for relaxing year-round. The sunroom opens with sliding doors to a massive deck and a gorgeous backyard-ideal for entertaining or simply enjoying your private outdoor space. Situated across from Sayre Park's new Nature Preserve, this home offers beautiful views, access to playgrounds and fitness paths, and is just a short walk to the Mars/Montclare Metra stop for a direct line to downtown Chicago. You're also close to shopping, restaurants, and everything Galewood has to offer.
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$475,000
6847 W Shakespeare Ave, Chicago, IL 60707
4beds
2,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
5,789.12 Square Feet Lot
$500,300 Zestimate®
$198/sqft
$3,642 Estimated rent
Home value
$500,300
$450,000 - $560,000
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Cozy fireplaceRich espresso-colored modern cabinetsFully finished basementAdditional bedroomGenerously sized bedroomsBeautiful enclosed sunroomSpacious family room
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Patty Chavez 708-833-0199,
Realty of America, LLC
Bought with:
Maria Gutierrez
Golden City Realty, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12380667
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X26
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 550 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X25
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 27 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X3
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X12
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X16
Pantry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 700 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X25
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X6
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Walk in closet
- Level: Second
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,789 sqft
- Dimensions: 30X192
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 13311230050000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
- Subdivision: Galewood
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2025 | Sold | $475,000+1.1%$198/sqft |
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| 6/5/2025 | Contingent | $469,900$196/sqft |
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| 6/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $469,900+20.5%$196/sqft |
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| 9/21/2022 | Sold | $390,000-2.3%$163/sqft |
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| 8/19/2022 | Contingent | $399,000$166/sqft |
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| 8/17/2022 | Listed for sale | $399,000-2.4%$166/sqft |
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| 8/15/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/8/2022 | Contingent | $409,000$170/sqft |
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| 7/30/2022 | Listed for sale | $409,000$170/sqft |
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| 7/26/2022 | Contingent | $409,000$170/sqft |
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| 7/20/2022 | Listed for sale | $409,000+36.3%$170/sqft |
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| 4/8/2016 | Sold | $300,000-6%$125/sqft |
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| 11/25/2015 | Price change | $319,000-6.1%$133/sqft |
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| 11/11/2015 | Price change | $339,900-2.9%$142/sqft |
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| 10/15/2015 | Listed for sale | $349,900+133.3%$146/sqft |
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| 7/18/2012 | Sold | $150,000-9%$63/sqft |
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| 3/21/2012 | Listing removed | $164,900$69/sqft |
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| 3/16/2012 | Price change | $164,900-8.3%$69/sqft |
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| 2/28/2012 | Price change | $179,900-5.3%$75/sqft |
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| 1/31/2012 | Price change | $189,900-5%$79/sqft |
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| 1/26/2012 | Listed for sale | $199,900-42.9%$83/sqft |
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| 3/17/2006 | Sold | $350,000+37.8%$146/sqft |
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| 12/28/2005 | Sold | $254,000+37.3%$106/sqft |
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| 12/13/1999 | Sold | $185,000$77/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $36,000 +12.5% |
| 2023 | $6,056 +3% | $32,000 |
| 2022 | $5,882 +2% | $32,000 |
| 2021 | $5,769 +5.1% | $32,000 +15.4% |
| 2020 | $5,490 -1.5% | $27,731 -11% |
| 2019 | $5,574 -13.2% | $31,159 -4.1% |
| 2018 | $6,419 +31.7% | $32,477 +43.5% |
| 2017 | $4,874 +12.8% | $22,629 -5.9% |
| 2016 | $4,319 +9.9% | $24,051 |
| 2015 | $3,929 +14.5% | $24,051 +14.3% |
| 2014 | $3,432 +2.4% | $21,051 |
| 2013 | $3,353 +0.6% | $21,051 |
| 2012 | $3,332 -21.4% | $21,051 -25.3% |
| 2011 | $4,242 +6.6% | $28,177 |
| 2010 | $3,978 +14% | $28,177 |
| 2009 | $3,489 -8.9% | $28,177 -15.6% |
| 2008 | $3,831 +11.1% | $33,402 |
| 2007 | $3,448 +5.3% | $33,402 |
| 2006 | $3,274 -4.8% | $33,402 +46.1% |
| 2005 | $3,440 +30.9% | $22,867 |
| 2004 | $2,628 +4.4% | $22,867 |
| 2003 | $2,517 -5.4% | $22,867 +37.6% |
| 2002 | $2,661 +5.1% | $16,618 |
| 2001 | $2,532 -8.6% | $16,618 |
| 2000 | $2,770 +0% | $16,618 +15.5% |
| 1999 | $2,770 | $14,392 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Galewood
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Sayre Elementary Language AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Steinmetz Academic Centre High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sayre Elementary School Language
- High: Steinmetz Academic Centre Senior
- 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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