Rare opportunity to own a 135 year old building with exceptional rental and value add potential. This non-conforming multi-unit property offers a total of 7 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, providing flexible living and income possibilities. The first floor unit features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, while additional units offer strong rental potential. ideal for owner occupants or investors - live in one unit and generate income from the others. Unfinished basement and attic spaces present exciting opportunities for expansion or additional living areas, adding even more upside to this unique property. A 3 car garage provides ample parking and convenience. Located just 3 blocks from Lake Michigan and only 2 blocks from the Metra, this property offers unbeatable access to transportation, recreation, and city amenities. Sold as-is. Don't miss this incredible investment opportunity.
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$185,000
8800 S Houston Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
7beds
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Multi Family
Built in 1890
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$186,800 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,546 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Adriana Mroczka 773-454-3702,
Kale Realty
Bought with:
Bianca Ruvalcaba
Urbanitas Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12607670
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 26062100220000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $119,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,397
- Date on market: 4/5/2026
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $185,000+5.4% |
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| 4/10/2026 | Contingent | $175,500 |
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| 4/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $175,500+25.4% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12607670 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11411457 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $140,000 |
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| 6/9/2022 | Contingent | $140,000 |
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| 5/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $140,000+107.4% |
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| 1/29/2021 | Sold | $67,500-15.5% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10941141 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2020 | Pending sale | $79,900 |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10941141 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $79,900 |
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| 7/25/2014 | Listing removed | $900 |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2014 | Listed for rent | $900 |
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| 10/27/2013 | Listing removed | $900 |
Source: Postlets Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2013 | Listed for rent | $900 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $11,900 +116.4% |
| 2023 | $1,163 +2.5% | $5,500 |
| 2022 | $1,135 +2.3% | $5,500 |
| 2021 | $1,109 -55.7% | $5,500 -51% |
| 2020 | $2,504 -3.6% | $11,215 -13% |
| 2019 | $2,597 +1.7% | $12,891 |
| 2018 | $2,553 -14.3% | $12,891 -6.6% |
| 2017 | $2,978 +7.5% | $13,804 |
| 2016 | $2,771 +9.3% | $13,804 |
| 2015 | $2,536 +14.4% | $13,804 +15.8% |
| 2014 | $2,218 +2% | $11,922 |
| 2013 | $2,173 +1.4% | $11,922 |
| 2012 | $2,144 +0.7% | $11,922 -9.1% |
| 2011 | $2,129 -0.4% | $13,112 |
| 2010 | $2,138 +128.4% | $13,112 |
| 2009 | $936 +12.1% | $13,112 -5.4% |
| 2008 | $835 | $13,865 |
| 2007 | -- | $13,865 |
| 2006 | -- | $13,865 +79.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $7,728 |
| 2004 | -- | $7,728 |
| 2003 | $56 -11.6% | $7,728 +38% |
| 2002 | $63 -6.6% | $5,602 |
| 2001 | $67 -8.7% | $5,602 |
| 2000 | $74 +0% | $5,602 +33.2% |
| 1999 | $74 | $4,207 |
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Neighborhood: South Chicago
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Mireles Elementary AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Bowen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 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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