For Sale44d on marketHistoric · 116 yrs
7642 S Merrill Ave
Chicago, IL, 60649 • South Shore • Cook County
$389,900
$209/sqft
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
4Baths
1,870Sqft
0.09 acLot
1910Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1910 · 116 years of history
1 Fireplace
Living Room
2-Car Garage
Yes · Detached · Garage
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Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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Buyers have saved this home
44 days on market
Established listing
$209/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1910 · Historic
Beautifully remodeled 5 Bedroom 3.5 Bath home with a dormer on top and fully finished basement. This home is located in the heart of Chicago's South Shore neighborhood. The elegant kitchen features custom Kitchen cabinets and stainless steel appliances. The finished basement offers a private entrance and provides ample space for entertaining or relaxing, while the enclosed porch/mudroom adds functionality. 2 car garage. Enjoy a private, fenced backyard ideal for family gatherings and summer BBQs. Every detail, from designer bathrooms to custom carpentry, has been carefully crafted. Schedule your private showing today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fully finished basement, private fenced backyard, and designer bathrooms as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,431/month
Principal & Interest$1,911
Property Tax$390
Insurance$130
Down payment20% ($77,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $311,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1910
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot4,125 sqft
Days on Zillow44 Days
Price/sqft$209
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1910
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionOther
Water / SewerLake Michigan, Public / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces1
Lot4,125 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouth Shore
Annual tax$2,009
Parcel2025410031
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
7 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Living Room
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Detached
Garage
Construction
Other
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second14×18 ft252 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Main10×10 ft100 sqft
Flooring (Wood Laminate)
Bedroom3
Main10×10 ft100 sqft
Flooring (Wood Laminate)
Bedroom4
Basement12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom5
Basement12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market44
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$209
On marketFeb 25, 2026
PostedFeb 25, 2026
Last sold$85,000
MLS statusRe-Activated
MLS updatedApr 10, 2026
Tour days9
Views412
Favorites44
How are the schools in Chicago?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60649
Price history
13 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 10, 2026Listed For Sale$389,900$209MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 30, 2026Contingent$389,900$209MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 24, 2026Listed For Sale$389,900$209MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 18, 2026Contingent$389,900$209MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 12, 2026Listed For Sale$389,900$209MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 9, 2026Contingent$389,900$209MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 25, 2026Listed For Sale$389,900$209MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 11, 2025Listing Removed$439,900$235MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 21, 2025Price Change$439,900$235MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 3, 2025Price Change$442,000$236MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 13, 2025Listed For Sale$447,000$239MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 17, 2024Sold$85,000$45MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 8, 2024Sold$122,000$65Public Record
Listed For Sale$389,900
Apr 10, 2026•$209/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$389,900
Mar 30, 2026•$209/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$389,900
Mar 24, 2026•$209/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$389,900
Mar 18, 2026•$209/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$389,900
Mar 12, 2026•$209/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$389,900
Mar 9, 2026•$209/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$389,900
Feb 25, 2026•$209/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$439,900
Dec 11, 2025•$235/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$439,900
Nov 21, 2025•$235/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$442,000
Nov 3, 2025•$236/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$447,000
Oct 13, 2025•$239/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$85,000
Jun 17, 2024•$45/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$122,000
Apr 8, 2024•$65/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 11, 2023$1,277$11,999
Apr 11, 2022$1,202$11,999
Apr 11, 2021$1,073$11,999
Apr 11, 2020$1,561$15,413
Apr 11, 2019$1,557$17,126
Apr 11, 2018$1,533$17,126
Apr 11, 2017$1,642$20,159
Apr 11, 2016$2,043$20,159
Apr 11, 2015$1,963$20,159
Apr 11, 2014$1,947$15,248
Apr 11, 2013$1,953$15,248
Apr 11, 2012$1,969$15,248
Apr 11, 2011$2,079$15,644
Apr 11, 2010$1,757$15,644
Apr 11, 2009$1,540$15,644
Apr 11, 2008$1,498$13,607
Apr 11, 2007$1,452$16,851
Apr 11, 2006$1,440$16,851
Apr 11, 2005$1,519$13,180
Apr 11, 2004$1,490$13,180
Apr 11, 2003$1,427$13,180
Apr 11, 2002$1,508$10,218
Apr 11, 2001$1,419$10,218
Apr 11, 2000$1,214$10,218
Apr 11, 1999$1,210$8,319
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