This beautifully rehabbed 4-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch offers the perfect blend of modern updates and classic charm. Situated on a desirable corner lot, the home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout and striking accent walls in the spacious living room. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream-complete with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and an adjacent eating area ideal for casual dining. Enjoy versatile living with a main-floor family room and a second-floor office that opens to a private balcony-perfect for working from home or enjoying your morning coffee. The fully finished basement expands your living space with a large rec room, full bathroom, fourth bedroom, and a separate laundry room. Additional highlights include an attached 2-car garage and updated systems throughout. Move-in ready with nothing to do but unpack!
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$385,000
8801 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
4beds
1,692sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
3,690 Square Feet Lot
$403,300 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$2,627 Estimated rent
Home value
$403,300
$363,000 - $448,000
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Private balconyFully finished basementSecond-floor officeCorner lotGourmet kitchenGleaming hardwood floorsCustom cabinetry
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Listing courtesy of:
Ronald Ohr 312-719-9090,
Avenue 1 Realty Group
Bought with:
Deetta Yates
EXIT Strategy Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12423434
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X20
Balcony porch lanai
- Level: Second
- Area: 114 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X19
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X19
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X22
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X22
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 260 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X20
Office
- Level: Second
- Area: 190 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X19
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 522 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X29
Other
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,704
- Total interior livable area: 1,692 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,012
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Side Driveway, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 3,690 sqft
- Dimensions: 30X123
Details
- Parcel number: 25012110010000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
- Major remodel year: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2025 | Sold | $385,000+1.9%$228/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423434 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Pending sale | $378,000$223/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423434 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $378,000+243.6%$223/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12423434 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2024 | Sold | $110,000$65/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $15,601 +4% |
| 2023 | $3,172 +2.5% | $14,999 |
| 2022 | $3,094 +2.3% | $14,999 |
| 2021 | $3,025 +14.2% | $14,999 +26.5% |
| 2020 | $2,649 +0.9% | $11,860 -9% |
| 2019 | $2,625 +1.7% | $13,033 |
| 2018 | $2,581 +5.6% | $13,033 +15% |
| 2017 | $2,445 +240.6% | $11,333 |
| 2016 | $718 -65.5% | $11,333 |
| 2015 | $2,082 -3.5% | $11,333 -2.3% |
| 2014 | $2,157 +2% | $11,595 |
| 2013 | $2,114 +1.4% | $11,595 |
| 2012 | $2,085 +3.7% | $11,595 -26.4% |
| 2011 | $2,010 -21.7% | $15,745 |
| 2010 | $2,567 +57.1% | $15,745 |
| 2009 | $1,634 +8.6% | $15,745 +15.2% |
| 2008 | $1,505 -2.2% | $13,663 -11.7% |
| 2007 | $1,539 +114.4% | $15,472 |
| 2006 | $718 -57.4% | $15,472 +27.5% |
| 2005 | $1,687 +91.2% | $12,137 |
| 2004 | $882 -8.9% | $12,137 |
| 2003 | $968 -11.6% | $12,137 +3.5% |
| 2002 | $1,095 -6.6% | $11,724 |
| 2001 | $1,172 -24.8% | $11,724 |
| 2000 | $1,559 +0.1% | $11,724 +16% |
| 1999 | $1,557 | $10,103 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Calumet Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Hoyne Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 1/10Bowen High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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- Cook County
- Chicago
- 60617
- Calumet Heights
- 8801 S Merrill Ave
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