Welcome to 7247 S. Luella Avenue, a beautifully renovated brick bungalow in Chicago's historic South Shore neighborhood, offering 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, and flexible living across 3 finished levels. Set on a well kept residential block lined with classic brick homes, this residence blends timeless Chicago bungalow character with modern updates, generous room sizes, and an outstanding location near Lake Michigan, Jackson Park, Rainbow Beach, South Shore Cultural Center, Metra, and the Obama Presidential Center in Jackson Park. The main level makes an immediate impression with expansive living and dining areas, refinished hardwood flooring, oversized windows, recessed lighting, fresh paint, updated fixtures, detailed trim, and beautiful natural light. The open layout creates an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining, while the updated kitchen anchors the home with rich cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a center island, modern pendant lighting, sleek counters, and a full height backsplash. 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath on the first floor provide excellent flexibility for main level living, guest space, office use, or multigenerational needs. The second level offers 3 additional bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a spacious private primary ensuite with new carpet, skylights, generous natural light, and a beautifully updated bath with dual vanity, black accent finishes, and a separate tub and shower. The finished lower level expands the home even further with an additional bedroom, full bath, large recreation area, wet bar, laundry room, and flexible space for entertaining, guests, work from home needs, or extended living. Outside, enjoy a fenced backyard, side driveway, and rear garage, along with classic brick curb appeal and a refreshed exterior presence. Additional highlights include a new roof, new kitchen and baths, new fixtures, fresh paint, refinished hardwood flooring throughout the first floor, and new carpet on the stairs and second level. With proximity to the lakefront, parks, cultural destinations, public transportation, and some of South Shore's most notable amenities, this renovated bungalow delivers the space, updates, and location buyers are searching for. Schedule your private tour now!
Contingent
$589,999
7247 S Luella Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
6beds
4,286sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
5,127 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$138/sqft
$-- HOA
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Tina Hollins 708-424-4000,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12658854
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Office
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X19
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 672 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X21
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 399 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X19
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Unit, Laundry Closet, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Coffered Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Dining Combo, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 4,286 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,127 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35 X 128
Details
- Parcel number: 20252110100000
- Special conditions: Home Warranty
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
- Major remodel year: 2026
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
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: $138/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $196,010
- Annual tax amount: $4,098
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/16/2012 | Sold | $235,000-4.1%$55/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08092146 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2012 | Listed for sale | $245,000+443.2%$57/sqft |
Source: Oak Realty #08069726 Report a problem | ||
| 12/13/2011 | Sold | $45,100$11/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07952661 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2011 | Listed for sale | $45,100-85.5%$11/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 9/7/2007 | Sold | $310,000+113.8%$72/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2000 | Sold | $145,000+81.3%$34/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/1999 | Sold | $80,000-17.5%$19/sqft |
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| 4/19/1995 | Sold | $97,000$23/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $19,601 -10.9% |
| 2023 | $4,658 +2.9% | $21,999 |
| 2022 | $4,525 +2.3% | $21,999 |
| 2021 | $4,424 +7.1% | $21,999 +18.7% |
| 2020 | $4,130 +0.9% | $18,540 -9% |
| 2019 | $4,093 +1.7% | $20,374 |
| 2018 | $4,025 -13.8% | $20,374 -6% |
| 2017 | $4,667 +7.5% | $21,681 |
| 2016 | $4,342 +9.3% | $21,681 |
| 2015 | $3,973 +4.2% | $21,681 +5.5% |
| 2014 | $3,812 +2% | $20,543 |
| 2013 | $3,736 +1.4% | $20,543 |
| 2012 | $3,686 -9.7% | $20,543 -18.4% |
| 2011 | $4,082 -0.4% | $25,189 |
| 2010 | $4,099 +4.4% | $25,189 |
| 2009 | $3,928 +31% | $25,189 +20.5% |
| 2008 | $2,999 +1% | $20,906 |
| 2007 | $2,969 +55.8% | $20,906 |
| 2006 | $1,905 -5.1% | $20,906 +38.3% |
| 2005 | $2,009 +1.9% | $15,114 |
| 2004 | $1,971 +4.5% | $15,114 |
| 2003 | $1,887 -5.4% | $15,114 +16.9% |
| 2002 | $1,995 +5.7% | $12,928 |
| 2001 | $1,888 +7.8% | $12,928 |
| 2000 | $1,752 | $12,928 +16.3% |
| 1999 | $1,752 | $11,119 |
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Neighborhood: South Shore
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Bouchet Elementary Math & Science AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10South Shore Intl Col Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 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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