Solid brick bungalow with the warmth, character, and updates today's buyers are looking for. Sunlight pours across refinished hardwood floors while the updated kitchen delivers a clean modern feel with stainless steel appliances, Corian countertops, and crisp finishes that make the home feel move-in ready from day one. The enclosed rear porch creates the perfect flex space for working from home, morning coffee, or a quiet reading nook. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds valuable extra living space for guests, a home gym, office, or movie nights. Detached garage, backyard space, and classic Chicago brick charm complete a home that stands out in this price range. Clean. Updated. Functional. Ready for its next owner.
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Price cut: $15K (6/2)
$249,900
9836 S Drexel Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
4beds
833sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
3,720 Square Feet Lot
$248,400 Zestimate®
$300/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic chicago brick charmSolid brick bungalowCrisp finishesDetached garageUpdated kitchenEnclosed rear porchStainless steel appliances
- 45 days |
- 454 |
- 72 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tommie Westbrook 464-206-0863,
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12652419
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Enclosed Porch Heated
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 833 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,720 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30x124
Details
- Parcel number: 25111190330000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Cottage Grove Heights
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $300/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $101,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,327
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$248,400
$236,000 - $261,000
$2,682/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $249,900-5.7%$300/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652419 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $264,900-5.4%$318/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652419 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2026 | Listing removed | $279,900$336/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12549870 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $279,900-6.7%$336/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12549870 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+837.2%$360/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2021 | Sold | $32,000$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $10,100 -8.2% |
| 2023 | $2,327 +2.5% | $11,000 |
| 2022 | $2,269 +2.3% | $11,000 |
| 2021 | $2,218 +12.3% | $11,000 +24.4% |
| 2020 | $1,975 +0.9% | $8,845 -9% |
| 2019 | $1,958 +1.7% | $9,720 |
| 2018 | $1,925 -2.3% | $9,720 +6.4% |
| 2017 | $1,970 +7.5% | $9,133 |
| 2016 | $1,834 +9.3% | $9,133 |
| 2015 | $1,678 +8.3% | $9,133 +9.6% |
| 2014 | $1,550 +2% | $8,332 |
| 2013 | $1,519 +1.4% | $8,332 |
| 2012 | $1,498 -11.2% | $8,332 -19.8% |
| 2011 | $1,687 +128.9% | $10,387 |
| 2010 | $737 +16.2% | $10,387 |
| 2009 | $634 +5% | $10,387 -15.2% |
| 2008 | $604 +1.2% | $12,256 |
| 2007 | $597 +2.9% | $12,256 |
| 2006 | $580 -7.6% | $12,256 +33% |
| 2005 | $628 +4% | $9,215 |
| 2004 | $604 -20.4% | $9,215 |
| 2003 | $759 +22.4% | $9,215 +46.7% |
| 2002 | $620 +14.1% | $6,282 |
| 2001 | $544 +27.5% | $6,282 |
| 2000 | $426 +4.1% | $6,282 +17.9% |
| 1999 | $410 | $5,326 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Cottage Grove Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Schmid Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0 mi
- NAHarlan Community Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 299
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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Chicago
- 60628
- Cottage Grove Heights
- 9836 S Drexel Ave
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