Welcome to this South Shore Gem - a Classic Chicago Bungalow with Timeless Appeal! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom brick bungalow features brick exterior construction, an asphalt roof, and warm wood flooring throughout. With generously sized rooms and central air conditioning, this home offers a beautiful display of enduring Chicago craftsmanship. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, and the home is equipped with a Whirlpool water heater for year-round efficiency. The full walk-up basement provides exceptional flexibility-ideal for a home gym, guest suite, or entertainment lounge. An unfinished attic offers even more room for expansion, perfectly suited for a home office, additional bedroom, or creative retreat. Outdoors, a private concrete driveway leads to a spacious backyard-a rare and desirable feature for city living, perfect for relaxing or hosting. Situated near parks, public transit, the lakefront, and local amenities-including the Museum of Science and Industry and the upcoming Obama Presidential Center-7744 S Oglesby Avenue presents a refined living experience in a community rich with culture, history, and promising transformation. Timeless character. South Shore sophistication. Schedule your private showing today-this opportunity won't last.
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$268,000
7744 S Oglesby Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
3beds
1,559sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
3,750 Square Feet Lot
$284,300 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$2,243 Estimated rent
Home value
$284,300
$256,000 - $318,000
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Full walk-up basementGenerously sized roomsBrick exterior constructionCentral air conditioningSpacious backyardWhirlpool water heaterUnfinished attic
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kesha Watson 312-266-7000,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Terra DuPree
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12368826
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X09
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X09
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X8
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Up Access,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,559 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, On Site, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,750 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X125
Details
- Parcel number: 20254220340000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $172/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $154,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,898
- Date on market: 5/20/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2025 | Sold | $268,000-2.5%$172/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12368826 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Pending sale | $275,000$176/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12368826 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2025 | Contingent | $275,000$176/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12368826 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000+14.6%$176/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12368826 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2007 | Sold | $240,000$154/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06293491 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $15,400 -9.4% |
| 2023 | $2,898 +3.7% | $17,000 |
| 2022 | $2,793 +1.6% | $17,000 |
| 2021 | $2,749 +9.9% | $17,000 +18.6% |
| 2020 | $2,501 -0.4% | $14,328 -10% |
| 2019 | $2,510 +1.8% | $15,921 |
| 2018 | $2,466 -3.1% | $15,921 +4.8% |
| 2017 | $2,545 +0% | $15,197 |
| 2016 | $2,544 +10.4% | $15,197 |
| 2015 | $2,304 +6.8% | $15,197 +7% |
| 2014 | $2,158 +2.6% | $14,198 |
| 2013 | $2,104 +0.2% | $14,198 |
| 2012 | $2,100 -6.5% | $14,198 -10.6% |
| 2011 | $2,246 -1.8% | $15,877 |
| 2010 | $2,288 +5% | $15,877 |
| 2009 | $2,179 +7% | $15,877 -1% |
| 2008 | $2,037 -10.6% | $16,044 |
| 2007 | $2,279 +76.5% | $16,044 |
| 2006 | $1,291 -5.1% | $16,044 +28.9% |
| 2005 | $1,361 +1.9% | $12,447 |
| 2004 | $1,335 +4.5% | $12,447 |
| 2003 | $1,278 -5.4% | $12,447 +33.2% |
| 2002 | $1,351 +6.6% | $9,345 |
| 2001 | $1,268 -15.1% | $9,345 |
| 2000 | $1,494 | $9,345 +20.1% |
| 1999 | -- | $7,778 |
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Neighborhood: South Shore
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10South Shore Intl Col Prep High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Chicago Vocational Career Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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