Welcome to 8522 Central Park Ave, a beautifully and completely rehabbed 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home located on a quiet, tree-lined street in the heart of Skokie. This move-in-ready gem features a bright open floor plan with gleaming hardwood floors, a spacious living and dining area, and a stunning modern kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and sleek custom cabinetry. Step outside onto a private back deck-perfect for summer barbecues, entertaining, or simply relaxing in your own outdoor retreat. Downstairs, enjoy a huge finished basement with a full bedroom and bathroom, ideal for guests, extended family, or a home office setup. The basement also includes a large laundry room with extra storage space, giving you functionality and flexibility for everyday living. With every inch thoughtfully updated, this home combines style and comfort in an unbeatable location-close to parks, top-rated schools, shopping, and public transportation. This one checks all the boxes-don't miss your opportunity to make it yours!
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$555,000
8522 Central Park Ave, Skokie, IL 60076
4beds
2,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
4,880 Square Feet Lot
$596,300 Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$4,105 Estimated rent
Home value
$596,300
$531,000 - $668,000
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Listed by:
Shlomo Arel 312-939-5253,
Kale Realty
Bought with:
Ryan Luu
Real People Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12341566
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Deck
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 560 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X40
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,460
- Total interior livable area: 2,400 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 4,880 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 10231260630000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Skokie
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $231/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $350,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,870
- Date on market: 4/20/2025
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/7/2025 | Sold | $555,000-3.5%$231/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12341566 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2025 | Contingent | $575,000$240/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12341566 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $575,000+85.5%$240/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12341566 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2024 | Sold | $310,000$129/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,191 +3.6% | $35,000 |
| 2023 | $8,870 +2.2% | $35,000 |
| 2022 | $8,678 +357.3% | $35,000 +31% |
| 2021 | $1,898 +12.2% | $26,714 |
| 2020 | $1,691 +1.4% | $26,714 -10% |
| 2019 | $1,667 -13.6% | $29,683 +11.8% |
| 2018 | $1,929 +1.2% | $26,544 |
| 2017 | $1,905 -26.9% | $26,544 |
| 2016 | $2,607 -13% | $26,544 +21.3% |
| 2015 | $2,998 +4.4% | $21,875 |
| 2014 | $2,871 -1.9% | $21,875 |
| 2013 | $2,927 +14.7% | $21,875 -10.8% |
| 2012 | $2,552 +2.7% | $24,510 |
| 2011 | $2,485 +13.6% | $24,510 |
| 2010 | $2,187 +12.2% | $24,510 -26.6% |
| 2009 | $1,949 +1.5% | $33,415 -12% |
| 2008 | $1,920 -6.5% | $37,972 |
| 2007 | $2,054 -13.3% | $37,972 +33.3% |
| 2006 | $2,369 +5.3% | $28,482 |
| 2005 | $2,249 -52.3% | $28,482 |
| 2004 | $4,714 +84.3% | $28,482 +43.8% |
| 2003 | $2,558 +15.6% | $19,802 |
| 2002 | $2,213 -10.6% | $19,802 |
| 2001 | $2,476 +4.7% | $19,802 +12.9% |
| 2000 | $2,366 0% | $17,532 |
| 1999 | $2,367 | $17,532 |
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Neighborhood: Central Skokie
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10John Middleton Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Oliver Mccracken Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Niles North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 73.5
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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