Sold88d on market
8242 S Albany Ave
Chicago, IL, 60652 • Wrightwood • Cook County
$375,000
$177/sqft
4Beds
2Baths
2,120Sqft
0.05 acLot
1953Built
Property DNA
Step Ranch Style
Built 1953 · 73 years of history
2-Car Garage
Yes · Detached · Garage
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Listed 88 days ago · 22 views
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88 days on market
Established listing
$177/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1953
Back on the market-buyer cancelled for reasons unrelated to the property. Gorgeous & stunning raised ranch-fully remodeled! This beautiful home features 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Meticulously renovated with a sleek open-concept design, it showcases luxurious modern finishes and durable LVP flooring throughout. The heart of the home is a brand-new gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a coffee bar area, and island bar-perfect for entertaining. Contemporary trims, modern European doors, walk-in showers, and elegant tilework complete the fresh, modern feel. The fully finished basement offers exceptional additional living space, including 2 large bedrooms, a family room with electric fireplace, a wet bar with beverage fridge, and a full bathroom-ideal for gatherings or extended living. Additional highlights include a separate laundry room with new washer and dryer plus major updates: NEW furnace, A/C, HVAC system, NEW water heater, NEW electrical service panel with 100 AMP service, and NEW modern fixtures throughout!! Located in an excellent neighborhood, this raised ranch blends modern luxury with everyday comfort. Don't miss your chance-available again and ready for showings!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights luxurious modern finishes, modern european doors, and new modern fixtures throughout as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,338/month
Principal & Interest$1,838
Property Tax$375
Insurance$125
Down payment20% ($75,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $300,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1953
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot2,120 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleStep Ranch
Year built1953
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Lot2,120 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodWrightwood
Annual tax$1,895
Parcel1936125071
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
5 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main13×12 ft156 sqft
Bedroom2
Main12×12 ft144 sqft
Bedroom3
Basement14×14 ft196 sqft
Bedroom4
Basement15×13 ft195 sqft
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market88
Est. value$379,600
Est. rent$3,245/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$177
On marketDec 12, 2025
PostedDec 12, 2025
Last sold$375,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJan 15, 2026
Tour days6
Views22
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2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60652
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jan 12, 2026Sold$375,000$177MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 16, 2025Contingent$379,500$179MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 12, 2025Listed For Sale$379,500$179MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 11, 2025Listing Removed$379,500$179MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 23, 2025Contingent$379,500$179MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 27, 2025Listed For Sale$379,500$179MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 30, 2025Sold$220,000$104Public Record
Dec 1, 1997Sold$89,000$42Public Record
Sold$375,000
Jan 12, 2026•$177/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$379,500
Dec 16, 2025•$179/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$379,500
Dec 12, 2025•$179/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$379,500
Dec 11, 2025•$179/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$379,500
Oct 23, 2025•$179/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$379,500
Sep 27, 2025•$179/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$220,000
Apr 30, 2025•$104/sqft•Public Record
Sold$89,000
Dec 1, 1997•$42/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 11, 2023$1,895$18,000
Apr 11, 2022$2,455$18,000
Apr 11, 2021$1,815$18,000
Apr 11, 2020$1,735$13,927
Apr 11, 2019$1,746$15,475
Apr 11, 2018$2,399$15,475
Apr 11, 2017$2,295$13,939
Apr 11, 2016$2,312$13,939
Apr 11, 2015$2,093$13,939
Apr 11, 2014$2,055$13,535
Apr 11, 2013$2,004$13,535
Apr 11, 2012$2,002$13,535
Apr 11, 2011$2,321$16,220
Apr 11, 2010$2,017$16,220
Apr 11, 2009$1,770$16,220
Apr 11, 2008$1,721$19,380
Apr 11, 2007$1,668$19,380
Apr 11, 2006$1,654$19,380
Apr 11, 2005$1,744$13,689
Apr 11, 2004$1,711$13,689
Apr 11, 2003$1,638$13,689
Apr 11, 2002$1,731$11,377
Apr 11, 2001$1,634$11,377
Apr 11, 2000$1,532$11,377
Apr 11, 1999$1,529$9,904
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Local context around this listing
Chicago, IL • Cook County
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Nearby zip codes
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