Welcome home to this exquisite 4 bed/3 bath home fully remodeled home sitting on an extra large lot with side drive! Enter into this sun drenched, open living/dining room with hardwood floors, custom fireplace, large dining area and spacious bedrooms. The kitchen is equipped with new SS appliances, quartz counter-top and island, 42' cabinets, custom shelving, tons of storage, and yes, the heated sun room is perfect for year round entertaining! You'll enjoy the attic suite with private bath, walk in closet, extra storage and dressing area. The large, fully finished basement provides ample space for entertainment and relaxation, while the abundant storage ensures that all your belongings have a place. Spacious laundry area, additional large bedroom, office nook, and full bath. The large yard boasts your brand new 2-car garage, plenty of gardening and lawn space and privacy fencing. Live the life you deserve in the city!
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$375,000
7542 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
4beds
2,864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
4,704.48 Square Feet Lot
$396,500 Zestimate®
$131/sqft
$2,870 Estimated rent
Home value
$396,500
$357,000 - $444,000
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Custom fireplaceFully finished basementSpacious bedroomsLarge yardQuartz counter-topHeated sun roomAbundant storage
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
MaryAnn Marsh 773-719-5383,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Danielle Dowell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Kyaira Kimble
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12344183
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Attic
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X06
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Aluminum Frames, Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 253 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Aluminum Frames, Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 429 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33X13
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X07
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Dining Combo, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Attic: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,864
- Total interior livable area: 2,864 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,032
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Detached, Side Apron, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,704 sqft
- Dimensions: 37 X 127
Details
- Parcel number: 20254020350000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany,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: 1920
- Major remodel year: 2025
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2025 | Sold | $375,000-3.8%$131/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12344183 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Pending sale | $389,900$136/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12344183 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2025 | Contingent | $389,900$136/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12344183 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $389,900+278.5%$136/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12344183 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2024 | Sold | $103,000+3%$36/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12093480 Report a problem | ||
| 6/29/2024 | Contingent | $100,000$35/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12093480 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $100,000$35/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12093480 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $11,600 -10.8% |
| 2023 | $811 -0.2% | $12,999 |
| 2022 | $813 +5% | $12,999 |
| 2021 | $774 -3.1% | $12,999 +22% |
| 2020 | $799 +0.3% | $10,654 -10% |
| 2019 | $796 +1.5% | $11,838 |
| 2018 | $784 -6.6% | $11,838 -1.3% |
| 2017 | $840 -33.1% | $11,995 |
| 2016 | $1,255 -8.7% | $11,995 |
| 2015 | $1,374 -13.2% | $11,995 +8% |
| 2014 | $1,583 +2.8% | $11,103 |
| 2013 | $1,541 -10% | $11,103 -7.8% |
| 2012 | $1,712 +9.6% | $12,036 -6.4% |
| 2011 | $1,563 +18.4% | $12,865 |
| 2010 | $1,320 +14% | $12,865 |
| 2009 | $1,158 -46.3% | $12,865 -14.4% |
| 2008 | $2,155 +1% | $15,025 |
| 2007 | $2,134 -1.1% | $15,025 |
| 2006 | $2,157 +22.1% | $15,025 +39% |
| 2005 | $1,767 +1% | $10,813 |
| 2004 | $1,749 -4.5% | $10,813 -6.6% |
| 2003 | $1,832 +25.4% | $11,578 +42.4% |
| 2002 | $1,461 +3.8% | $8,133 |
| 2001 | $1,408 +7.9% | $8,133 |
| 2000 | $1,305 +42.7% | $8,133 +19.7% |
| 1999 | $915 | $6,795 |
Find assessor info on the county website
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: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Chicago Vocational Career Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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