Discover this inviting two-story brick home in the desirable South Shore area in need of some TLC and upgrades. Boasting 5 generously sized bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 2 half baths, this residence offers plenty of space for comfortable living. It also comes with a garage parking. The main level features a spacious living room and a separate dining room, perfect for entertaining. Located less than 10 minutes from the upcoming Obama Presidential Center and the University of Chicago, and close to two golf courses, this home combines comfort with an excellent location. Don't miss the opportunity to make this your new home or rehab project!
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$280,000
7244 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
5beds
2,015sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
5,056 Square Feet Lot
$302,200 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$2,953 Estimated rent
Home value
$302,200
$269,000 - $338,000
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Brick homeGenerously sized bedroomsSeparate dining room
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Listing courtesy of:
Omorodion Eguasa 312-242-1000,
Dream Town Real Estate
Bought with:
Timothy Miller
EXIT Strategy Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12136815
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 77 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X15
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 2X10
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X12
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,015 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: On Site, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,056 sqft
- Dimensions: 40 X 126.4
Details
- Parcel number: 20252090250000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/31/2025 | Sold | $280,000-3.4%$139/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12136815 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2024 | Contingent | $289,999$144/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12136815 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $289,999-7.7%$144/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12136815 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12008672 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $314,200+119.7%$156/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12008672 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/1998 | Sold | $143,000$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $19,700 -6.2% |
| 2023 | $3,745 +3.6% | $21,000 |
| 2022 | $3,616 +1.8% | $21,000 |
| 2021 | $3,553 +0.4% | $21,000 +10.5% |
| 2020 | $3,541 +1% | $18,996 -9% |
| 2019 | $3,505 +1.7% | $20,875 |
| 2018 | $3,445 -16.1% | $20,875 -7% |
| 2017 | $4,104 +2.7% | $22,440 |
| 2016 | $3,994 +10% | $22,440 |
| 2015 | $3,631 -0.3% | $22,440 +1.1% |
| 2014 | $3,641 +2.3% | $22,194 |
| 2013 | $3,558 +0.7% | $22,194 |
| 2012 | $3,535 +1.7% | $22,194 -12.9% |
| 2011 | $3,476 +3.5% | $25,490 |
| 2010 | $3,359 +10.1% | $25,490 |
| 2009 | $3,049 -9.2% | $25,490 -15.4% |
| 2008 | $3,359 +12.7% | $30,128 |
| 2007 | $2,980 +35.2% | $30,128 |
| 2006 | $2,204 +0.1% | $30,128 +49.6% |
| 2005 | $2,202 +1.9% | $20,133 |
| 2004 | $2,161 +4.5% | $20,133 |
| 2003 | $2,069 -17.7% | $20,133 +43.8% |
| 2002 | $2,515 +3.8% | $13,998 |
| 2001 | $2,424 +17.8% | $13,998 |
| 2000 | $2,057 -0.1% | $13,998 +10.1% |
| 1999 | $2,059 | $12,709 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: South Shore
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Bouchet Elementary Math & Science AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10South Shore Intl Col Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
- 1/10Chicago Vocational Career Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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- Cook County
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- 60649
- South Shore
- 7244 S Paxton Ave
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