For Sale41d on marketHistoric · 110 yrs
8349 S Essex Ave
Chicago, IL, 60617 • South Chicago • Cook County
$88,400
$76/sqft
Down payment assistance available
4Beds
2Baths
1,158Sqft
0.07 acLot
1916Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1916 · 110 years of history
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41 days on market
Established listing
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Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1916 · Historic
Opportunity awaits in the vibrant South Shore neighborhood of Chicago. This spacious single-family home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, providing plenty of room for your vision and creativity. The property features a full basement, ideal for additional living space, storage, or future expansion. A dedicated parking stall adds convenience and value. This home is perfect for investors, rehabbers, or buyers looking to build sweat equity. Property needs work and is being sold in AS IS condition. No surveys or disclosures will be provided. Taxes prorated. Buyer to assume any and all city requirements, if applicable. Don't miss this chance to bring your ideas to life in a well-established neighborhood close to transportation, schools and parks. Room sizes are estimates.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights dedicated parking stall and full basement as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$577/month
Principal & Interest$459
Property Tax$88
Insurance$29
Down payment20% ($17,680)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $70,720 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1916
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingNone
Parking1 Parking space
Lot3,049 sqft
Days on Zillow41 Days
Price/sqft$76
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1916
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingNone
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes
BasementFinished,Full
Lot3,049 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouth Chicago
Annual tax$1,386
Parcel2131302021
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
5 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
None
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second13×10 ft130 sqft
Bedroom2
Main12×9 ft108 sqft
Bedroom3
Main9×10 ft90 sqft
Bedroom4
Main12×9 ft108 sqft
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market41
Est. rent$2,164/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$76
On marketFeb 26, 2026
PostedFeb 26, 2026
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedMar 19, 2026
Tour days9
Views538
Favorites16
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60617
Price history
1 event
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 26, 2026Listed For Sale$88,400$76MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$88,400
Feb 26, 2026•$76/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023—$5,000
Apr 9, 2022—$5,000
Apr 9, 2021$85$5,000
Apr 9, 2020$154$9,333
Apr 9, 2019$153$10,370
Apr 9, 2018$151$10,370
Apr 9, 2017$162$9,917
Apr 9, 2016$588$9,917
Apr 9, 2015$565$9,917
Apr 9, 2014$560$8,698
Apr 9, 2013$562$8,698
Apr 9, 2012$526$8,698
Apr 9, 2011$558$10,582
Apr 9, 2010$504$10,582
Apr 9, 2009$473$10,582
Apr 9, 2008$517$12,645
Apr 9, 2007$685$12,645
Apr 9, 2006$667$12,645
Apr 9, 2005$899$8,223
Apr 9, 2004$882$8,223
Apr 9, 2003$845$8,223
Apr 9, 2002$1,220$6,792
Apr 9, 2001$826$6,792
Apr 9, 2000$714$6,792
Apr 9, 1999$707$5,718
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Chicago, IL • Cook County
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Nearby zip codes
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