Sold241d on marketHistoric · 109 yrs
8042 S Bennett Ave
Chicago, IL, 60617 • South Chicago • Cook County
$150,000
$127/sqft
4Beds
2Baths
1,184Sqft
0.12 acLot
1917Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1917 · 109 years of history
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Market activity
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241 days on market
Established listing
$127/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1917 · Historic
Classic Chicago Brick Bungalow with Tons of Potential. Located on a desirable, quiet block with wonderful long-term neighbors, this classic Chicago brick bungalow offers timeless charm and loads of opportunity for the savvy buyer or investor. The main level features two bedrooms and one full bath, while the partially finished basement adds a third bedroom, a family room, and a second full bath-perfect for guests or expanded living. Upstairs, the attic offers an additional bedroom with plenty of space for future expansion or creative redesign. Lovingly owned by the same family for over 40 years, this home has been maintained and never allowed to fall into total disrepair. While it will need cosmetic updates and a thorough clean-out, it's a solid home ready to shine again with your vision and effort. This is your chance to earn some serious sweat equity while restoring a gem to its full potential. The Home is being sold as-is and is vacant and easy to show. Bring your ideas and schedule your viewing today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights classic chicago brick bungalow, partially finished basement, and desirable quiet block as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$988/month
Principal & Interest$788
Property Tax$150
Insurance$50
Down payment20% ($30,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $120,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1917
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Parking0 spaces
Lot5,430 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1917
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
BasementPartially Finished,Partial,Walk-Out Access
Lot5,430 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouth Chicago
Annual tax$850
Parcel2036108029
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
4 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Construction
Brick
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Main12×10 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second11×13 ft143 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Basement12×12 ft144 sqft
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market241
Est. value$154,200
Est. rent$2,260/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$127
On marketJul 1, 2025
PostedJul 1, 2025
Last sold$150,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedAug 14, 2025
Tour days6
Views1
How are the schools in Chicago?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60617
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 11, 2025Sold$150,000$127MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 11, 2025Contingent$149,900$127MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 1, 2025Listed For Sale$149,900$127MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$150,000
Aug 11, 2025•$127/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$149,900
Jul 11, 2025•$127/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$149,900
Jul 1, 2025•$127/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$851$9,999
Apr 10, 2022$650$9,999
Apr 10, 2021$671$9,999
Apr 10, 2020$1,062$11,443
Apr 10, 2019$1,059$12,715
Apr 10, 2018$1,043$12,715
Apr 10, 2017$1,117$13,304
Apr 10, 2016$1,527$13,304
Apr 10, 2015$1,467$13,304
Apr 10, 2014$1,455$12,535
Apr 10, 2013$1,460$12,535
Apr 10, 2012$1,482$12,535
Apr 10, 2011$1,468$13,615
Apr 10, 2010$1,228$13,615
Apr 10, 2009$1,249$13,615
Apr 10, 2008$1,245$15,390
Apr 10, 2007$1,178$15,390
Apr 10, 2006$1,169$15,390
Apr 10, 2005$1,232$11,696
Apr 10, 2004$1,209$11,696
Apr 10, 2003$1,157$11,696
Apr 10, 2002$1,224$8,634
Apr 10, 2001$1,145$8,634
Apr 10, 2000$997$8,634
Apr 10, 1999$991$7,188
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Chicago, IL • Cook County
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Nearby zip codes
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