For Sale90d on marketHistoric · 138 yrs
1908 S Sawyer Ave
Chicago, IL, 60623 • Lawndale • Cook County
$339,000
$188/sqft
Down payment assistance available
6Beds
3Baths
1,800Sqft
0.06 acLot
1888Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1888 · 138 years of history
2-Car Garage
Garage Door Opener · Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
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Listed 90 days ago · 1,073 views · 59 saves
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Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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90 days on market
Established listing
$188/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Townhouse · Built 1888 · Historic
Brick townhome with two separate living spaces in the heart of Little Village/North Lawndale, surrounded by ongoing new construction that continues to add value to the block. Ideal for owner-occupants, related living or rental income. This versatile property offers a fully gut-rehabbed basement done on 2024 with 7-foot ceilings, 2 bedrooms, 1 full bath and a full kitchen, perfect for extended family, long-term rental or short-term rental potential. The main level features 9-foot ceilings, 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths with a flexible layout. The living room is currently used as a spacious office, offering options for a large household or work-from-home setup. The open-concept kitchen has been fully updated with white cabinetry, quartz countertops and modern finishes. Enjoy a private backyard ideal for gatherings or gardening plus a detached 2-car garage. A new roof was installed in 2024. New boiler 2026. Conveniently located near Cermak Rd, the Pink Line CTA, Douglas Park, schools and shopping with easy access to downtown. Low taxes and no association fees add to the value.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights modern finishes, brick townhome, and flexible layout as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,114/month
Principal & Interest$1,662
Property Tax$339
Insurance$113
Down payment20% ($67,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $271,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeTownhouse, Single Family Residence
Year Built1888
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot2,500 sqft
Days on Zillow90 Days
Price/sqft$188
Property
Home typeTownhouse
Sub-typeTownhouse, Single Family Residence
Year built1888
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
FencingFenced
Lot2,500 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodLawndale
Annual tax$2,964
Parcel1623421024
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
7 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
Electric Dryer Hookup
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second18×10 ft180 sqft
Bedroom2
Second13×10 ft130 sqft
Bedroom3
Second10×10 ft100 sqft
Bedroom4
Second12×8 ft96 sqft
Bedroom5
Basement9×12 ft108 sqft
Bedroom6
Basement9×12 ft108 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market90
Est. value$338,500
Est. rent$2,136/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$188
On marketJan 9, 2026
PostedJan 9, 2026
Last sold$178,000
MLS statusRe-Activated
MLS updatedApr 7, 2026
Tour days9
Views1,073
Favorites59
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60623
Price history
13 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 9, 2026Listed For Sale$339,000$188MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 30, 2025Listing Removed$344,000$191MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 4, 2025Price Change$344,000$191MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 8, 2025Listed For Sale$349,000$194MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 4, 2023Sold$178,000$99MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 16, 2023Contingent$190,000$106MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 10, 2023Listed For Sale$190,000$106MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 27, 2023Contingent$190,000$106MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 30, 2022Listed For Sale$190,000$106MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 23, 2022Contingent$190,000$106MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 18, 2022Listed For Sale$190,000$106MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 22, 2017Listing Removed$1,600$1Go Section8
Jan 19, 2017Listed For Rent$1,600$1BizzUp Solutions
Listed For Sale$339,000
Jan 9, 2026•$188/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$344,000
Dec 30, 2025•$191/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$344,000
Nov 4, 2025•$191/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$349,000
Oct 8, 2025•$194/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$178,000
Apr 4, 2023•$99/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$190,000
Feb 16, 2023•$106/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$190,000
Feb 10, 2023•$106/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$190,000
Jan 27, 2023•$106/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$190,000
Nov 30, 2022•$106/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$190,000
Nov 23, 2022•$106/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$190,000
Nov 18, 2022•$106/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$1,600
Feb 22, 2017•$1/sqft•Go Section8
Listed For Rent$1,600
Jan 19, 2017•$1/sqft•BizzUp Solutions
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$2,752$12,999
Apr 9, 2022$2,683$12,999
Apr 9, 2021$2,623$12,999
Apr 9, 2020$2,785$12,459
Apr 9, 2019$2,791$13,844
Apr 9, 2018$2,743$13,844
Apr 9, 2017$2,067$12,945
Apr 9, 2016$2,371$14,337
Apr 9, 2015$2,146$14,337
Apr 9, 2014$1,896$12,788
Apr 9, 2013$1,848$12,788
Apr 9, 2012$2,209$14,803
Apr 9, 2011$2,625$20,238
Apr 9, 2010$2,504$20,238
Apr 9, 2009$2,230$20,238
Apr 9, 2008$2,506$24,186
Apr 9, 2007$2,137$24,186
Apr 9, 2006$1,351$24,186
Apr 9, 2005$703$9,536
Apr 9, 2004$1,542$9,536
Apr 9, 2003$1,509$9,536
Apr 9, 2002$1,026$5,709
Apr 9, 2001$638$5,709
Apr 9, 2000$668$5,709
Apr 9, 1999$672$3,476
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Chicago, IL • Cook County
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