Contingent

$280,000

8242 S Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60620

4beds

1,111sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1956

4,166 Square Feet Lot

$282,800 Zestimate^®

$252/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Spacious bedroomsTwo updated bathrooms

Beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in the sought-after Ashburn neighborhood, just minutes from Dan Ryan Woods. This move-in-ready property features a brand-new roof on both the home and garage, newly rebuilt front and rear porches, and new concrete sidewalks that enhance curb appeal and functionality. Inside, you'll find a fully rehabbed kitchen with modern finishes, two updated bathrooms, and a finished basement offering valuable additional living space for relaxing or entertaining. With spacious bedrooms and thoughtful upgrades throughout, this home offers the perfect blend of classic charm, modern convenience, and a prime location near parks, shopping, and transportation.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: No additional rooms

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X12

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 100 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X10

Bedroom 3

Level: Main
Area: 100 Square Feet
Dimensions: 10X10

Bedroom 4

Level: Basement
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X10

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Features

Basement: Finished,Full

Interior area

Total structure area: 0
Total interior livable area: 1,111 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Garage spaces: 2

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Features

Stories: 1.5

Lot

Size: 4,166 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 20311300730000
Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1956
Major remodel year: 2026

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: $252/sqft
Tax assessed value: $130,000
Annual tax amount: $2,465
Date on market: 5/22/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$282,800

$269,000 - $297,000

$2,364/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/10/2026	Contingent	$280,000$252/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12653174 Report a problem
6/2/2026	Listed for sale	$280,000$252/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12653174 Report a problem
5/29/2026	Contingent	$280,000$252/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12653174 Report a problem
5/20/2026	Listed for sale	$280,000$252/sqft
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12653174 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	--	$13,000 -13.3%
2023	$2,465 +3.5%	$14,999
2022	$2,382 +1.5%	$14,999
2021	$2,346 +71.1%	$14,999 +62%
2020	$1,371 -0.5%	$9,258 -10%
2019	$1,378 +1.8%	$10,287
2018	$1,353 -36.2%	$10,287 -22.2%
2017	$2,121 -1.3%	$13,228
2016	$2,149 +10.6%	$13,228
2015	$1,943 +17.8%	$13,228 +15.5%
2014	$1,649 +2.7%	$11,457
2013	$1,606 -0.2%	$11,457
2012	$1,608 -27.8%	$11,457 -16.6%
2011	$2,227 +53.9%	$13,741
2010	$1,447 +15.1%	$13,741
2009	$1,256 +2.8%	$13,741 -17.1%
2008	$1,223 +3.2%	$16,580
2007	$1,184 +1.8%	$16,580
2006	$1,163 -39.3%	$16,580 +41.5%
2005	$1,915 +1%	$11,720
2004	$1,896 +2.2%	$11,720
2003	$1,855 +6.6%	$11,720 +21.1%
2002	$1,739 +31.2%	$9,681
2001	$1,326 +9.3%	$9,681
2000	$1,214 +0.4%	$9,681 +16.4%
1999	$1,209	$8,317

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: Gresham

Getting around

50 / 100

Car-Dependent

60 / 100

Good Transit

68 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

6/10
Joplin Elementary School
Grades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
2/10
Bogan High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 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.