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8555 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL, 60617

$165,000

Home List Price

$1,959*

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3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,726 SqFt
$96/SqFt
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8555 S Essex Ave, Chicago$165,000

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$1,959*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1953
HeatingNatural Gas
BasementYes
WaterfrontFencing
MLS #12160224
StatusActive

About 8555 S Essex Ave

Move right into this three bedroom,one bath, brick Cape Cod style home. With over 1700 square feet this home features an updated kitchen (2022) with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, stone backsplash, new cabinets and a new laminate floor. The main level has two beds and one bath with a third bedroom in the partially finished attic with additional storage area. Cosmetic repairs are needed but it has good bones and is ready for you to make it your own! The roof was replaced in 2016, a new furnace was added in 2022 , the hot water heater replaced in 2023 and it has newer tuckpointing. The exterior has a fenced backyard and a detached two car garage off a paved alley.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Living Area: 1,726 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Kale Realty
  • Office Phone: (312) 939-5253
  • Listing Agent: Darrell Falcon

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Granite Counters

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Waterfront: Fencing

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Fencing

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: 87th Street East of Skyway to Essex; North to Property

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $165,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $96/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,532
  • Tax Year: 2019
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Chicago, IL.

Med. Sold Price

$363.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$260

Avg. Days On Market

33

# of Sold Homes

1620

8555 S Essex Ave vs Chicago

103 DAYS ON ROCKET

+70 Days

$165,000

-$198.9K Less

$96/SqFt

-$165 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $198.9K less than the Median Sold Price and $165/SqFt less than other homes in Chicago, IL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MRED
  • MLS Number: #12160224

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Kale Realty
  • Office Phone: (312) 939-5253
  • Listing Agent: Darrell Falcon

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2019$2,532$12,603
2018$2,489$12,603
2017$2,987$13,879

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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5
/10
  • Hoyne Elementary School

  • 8905 S Crandon Ave

  • 0.48 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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7
/10
  • Earhart Options for Knowledge Elementary School

  • 1710 E 93rd St

  • 1.35 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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7
/10
  • McDowell Elementary School

  • 1419 E 89th St

  • 1.44 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $61,719. Typical income of Chicago, IL residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 8555 S Essex Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 8555 S Essex Ave property is $165,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 8555 S Essex Ave is a house located in Chicago, Illinois, 60617.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 8555 S Essex Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2019 is $2,532 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 8555 S Essex Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 8555 S Essex Ave is 1,726 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 8555 S Essex Ave is 1953.

Rocket Homes›Illinois›Cook County›Chicago›60617›8555 S Essex Ave

This home is located at 8555 S Essex Ave in Chicago, IL and zip code 60617 in the Far Southeast Side neighborhood. This 1,726 square foot home was built in 1953. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since September 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $165,000.

Chicago, IL housing market in November 2024 saw over 521 listings sold above listed price, more than 254 sold at listed price and over 845 sold below. In November 2024 in Chicago, IL there were 2.1% more homes for sale than in October 2024. In November 2024 median list price was $363,936 and the average listing age was 33 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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