Spacious 3-Bedroom Single Family with Tremendous Potential Welcome to 8500 S Escanaba Ave - a large 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath home with oversized rooms and endless potential. This property is being sold as-is, with no requests, making it an excellent opportunity for investors, rehabbers, or buyers ready to bring their vision to life. Location Highlights: Just minutes to Lake Michigan and Rainbow Beach Park for year-round recreation. Easy commute with quick access to Metra, South Shore Line, and major expressways. Close to local shops, schools, and neighborhood dining. Nestled in South Chicago, a community known for its history, cultural pride, and strong neighborhood spirit. Bring your ideas and take advantage of this home's tremendous potential in one of Chicago's most connected lakefront communities!
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$110,000
8500 S Escanaba Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
3beds
1,999sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1916
6,015.64 Square Feet Lot
$113,900 Zestimate®
$55/sqft
$2,430 Estimated rent
Home value
$113,900
$103,000 - $126,000
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Listing courtesy of:
Henry Jones 708-926-1591,
Manifest Homes Corporation
Bought with:
Kennedy Jordan
Michael Gabriel Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12472021
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X15
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X16
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,999 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 6,015 sqft
- Dimensions: 50X127
Details
- Parcel number: 21314170240000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1916
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: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2025 | Sold | $110,000-4.1%$55/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12472021 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Pending sale | $114,700$57/sqft |
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| 10/6/2025 | Price change | $114,700-4.2%$57/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Price change | $119,700-4.2%$60/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12472021 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2025 | Price change | $125,000-3.1%$63/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12472021 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $129,000+62.3%$65/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Sold | $79,500-48.7%$40/sqft |
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| 7/30/2020 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/5/2020 | Listing removed | $154,827$77/sqft |
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| 12/15/2019 | Price change | $154,827+0%$77/sqft |
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| 12/8/2019 | Price change | $154,825-1.1%$77/sqft |
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| 12/4/2019 | Price change | $156,481+14.9%$78/sqft |
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| 12/3/2019 | Price change | $136,247+0.2%$68/sqft |
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| 12/1/2019 | Price change | $135,982+0%$68/sqft |
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| 11/29/2019 | Price change | $135,943+0.1%$68/sqft |
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| 11/27/2019 | Price change | $135,838+0%$68/sqft |
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| 11/25/2019 | Price change | $135,820-0.4%$68/sqft |
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| 11/21/2019 | Price change | $136,393-0.1%$68/sqft |
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| 11/18/2019 | Price change | $136,497+0.1%$68/sqft |
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| 11/14/2019 | Price change | $136,3990%$68/sqft |
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| 11/13/2019 | Price change | $136,4250%$68/sqft |
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| 11/10/2019 | Price change | $136,482+0.2%$68/sqft |
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| 11/7/2019 | Price change | $136,169+0.3%$68/sqft |
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| 11/4/2019 | Price change | $135,759+1%$68/sqft |
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| 10/31/2019 | Price change | $134,401+0.3%$67/sqft |
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| 10/29/2019 | Price change | $133,941+0.2%$67/sqft |
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| 10/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $133,624-10.9%$67/sqft |
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| 6/13/2017 | Sold | $150,000+650%$75/sqft |
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| 2/11/2016 | Sold | $20,000-5.7%$10/sqft |
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| 10/19/2015 | Sold | $21,199$11/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08966354 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $15,000 +50% |
| 2023 | $2,110 +2.6% | $10,000 |
| 2022 | $2,057 +2.3% | $10,000 |
| 2021 | $2,011 -26.2% | $10,000 -18.2% |
| 2020 | $2,724 -0.2% | $12,229 -10% |
| 2019 | $2,730 +1.7% | $13,588 |
| 2018 | $2,684 +11.4% | $13,588 -6.7% |
| 2017 | $2,410 -0.3% | $14,570 |
| 2016 | $2,418 +10.5% | $14,570 |
| 2015 | $2,189 +19.8% | $14,570 +17.3% |
| 2014 | $1,828 +2.6% | $12,421 |
| 2013 | $1,781 -20.1% | $12,421 |
| 2012 | $2,229 -8.3% | $12,421 -17.2% |
| 2011 | $2,430 -0.4% | $14,997 |
| 2010 | $2,440 +98.7% | $14,997 |
| 2009 | $1,228 -15.7% | $14,997 -17.6% |
| 2008 | $1,456 +30.9% | $18,208 |
| 2007 | $1,113 +13.5% | $18,208 |
| 2006 | $980 -20.2% | $18,208 +49.2% |
| 2005 | $1,229 +1.9% | $12,200 |
| 2004 | $1,206 +4.5% | $12,200 |
| 2003 | $1,154 -25.4% | $12,200 +41.6% |
| 2002 | $1,548 +3.7% | $8,616 |
| 2001 | $1,492 +16.1% | $8,616 |
| 2000 | $1,286 -0.7% | $8,616 +28.8% |
| 1999 | $1,294 | $6,692 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: South Chicago
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mireles Elementary AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Bowen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 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.
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Estimated market value
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- 60617
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