For Sale21d on marketHistoric · 98 yrs
8418 S Essex Ave
Chicago, IL, 60617 • South Chicago • Cook County
$314,900
$143/sqft
-$10,000 since Mar 19, 2026
Down payment assistance available
6Beds
2Baths
2,200Sqft
0.09 acLot
1928Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1928 · 98 years of history
2-Car Garage
Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
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21 days on market
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$143/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1928 · Historic
***CLICK ON THE VIRTUAL TOUR LINK***Welcome to this beautifully updated home located in the vibrant South Chicago community, a neighborhood rich in history, character, and convenience. This spacious residence offers 6 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a versatile bonus room on the main level that can easily serve as a home office, guest room, or flex space. Step inside to an open and inviting living and dining area designed for comfortable everyday living and entertaining. The fully remodeled kitchen features new cabinetry, updated countertops, modern fixtures, and new flooring that flows seamlessly throughout the home. Major improvements have already been completed, including updated electrical, plumbing, fixtures, appliances, and beautifully renovated bathrooms with tasteful finishes. The finished basement provides additional living space and includes laundry hookups along with a flexible area that can be used as a family room, recreation room, or additional living space. Outside, enjoy a large fenced backyard, perfect for gatherings, outdoor activities, or simply relaxing on warm Chicago evenings. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, parks, and public transportation, this home offers both comfort and accessibility. Schedule your private showing today and experience everything this home has to offer. Property is monitored by a security system and cameras.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights modern fixtures, large fenced backyard, and fully remodeled kitchen as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,969/month
Principal & Interest$1,549
Property Tax$315
Insurance$105
Down payment20% ($62,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.24% rate · 30yr fixed · $251,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1928
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot3,750 sqft
Days on Zillow21 Days
Price/sqft$143
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1928
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Lot3,750 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouth Chicago
Annual tax$2,230
Parcel2131309026
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
5 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Frame
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main8×13 ft104 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom2
Main8×11 ft88 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Main8×10 ft80 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Basement11×11 ft121 sqft
Flooring (Vinyl)
Bedroom5
Basement7×14 ft98 sqft
Bedroom6
Basement7×14 ft98 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market21
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$143
On marketMar 19, 2026
PostedMar 19, 2026
Last sold$73,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedApr 2, 2026
Tour days9
Views462
Favorites35
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60617
Price history
20 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 19, 2026Price Change$314,900$143MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 5, 2026Listed For Sale$324,900$148MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 9, 2025Sold$73,000$33MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 21, 2023Price Change$79,000$36MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 26, 2023Price Change$89,000$40MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 5, 2023Price Change$99,000$45MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 22, 2023Price Change$105,000$48MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 17, 2023Price Change$110,000$50MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 28, 2023Price Change$115,000$52MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 23, 2023Listed For Sale$125,000$57MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 5, 2021Sold$52,000$24Public Record
Nov 6, 2019Listing Removed$94,890$43Auction.com
Nov 5, 2019Price Change$94,890$43Auction.com
Nov 4, 2019Price Change$95,108$43Auction.com
Nov 1, 2019Price Change$88,503$40Auction.com
Oct 27, 2019Price Change$76,342$35Auction.com
Oct 24, 2019Listed For Sale——Auction.com
Jan 24, 2009Sold$79,500$36MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 15, 2008Price Change$81,634$37NCI
Aug 31, 2008Listed For Sale$85,000$39NCI
Price Change$314,900
Mar 19, 2026•$143/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$324,900
Mar 5, 2026•$148/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$73,000
Jul 9, 2025•$33/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$79,000
Nov 21, 2023•$36/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$89,000
Sep 26, 2023•$40/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$99,000
Sep 5, 2023•$45/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$105,000
Aug 22, 2023•$48/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$110,000
Aug 17, 2023•$50/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$115,000
Jul 28, 2023•$52/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$125,000
May 23, 2023•$57/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$52,000
Jan 5, 2021•$24/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$94,890
Nov 6, 2019•$43/sqft•Auction.com
Price Change$94,890
Nov 5, 2019•$43/sqft•Auction.com
Price Change$95,108
Nov 4, 2019•$43/sqft•Auction.com
Price Change$88,503
Nov 1, 2019•$40/sqft•Auction.com
Price Change$76,342
Oct 27, 2019•$35/sqft•Auction.com
Listed For Sale—
Oct 24, 20190•Auction.com
Sold$79,500
Jan 24, 2009•$36/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$81,634
Oct 15, 2008•$37/sqft•NCI
Listed For Sale$85,000
Aug 31, 2008•$39/sqft•NCI
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$2,110$10,000
Apr 9, 2022$2,057$10,000
Apr 9, 2021$2,011$10,000
Apr 9, 2020$2,255$10,124
Apr 9, 2019$2,260$11,249
Apr 9, 2018$2,222$11,249
Apr 9, 2017$2,225$10,338
Apr 9, 2016$2,071$10,338
Apr 9, 2015$1,894$10,338
Apr 9, 2014$1,665$8,972
Apr 9, 2013$1,632$8,972
Apr 9, 2012$1,610$8,972
Apr 9, 2011$1,767$10,906
Apr 9, 2010$1,775$10,906
Apr 9, 2009$1,701$10,906
Apr 9, 2008$1,051$13,031
Apr 9, 2007$1,018$13,031
Apr 9, 2006$1,010$13,031
Apr 9, 2005$1,065$8,493
Apr 9, 2004$1,045$8,493
Apr 9, 2003$1,000$8,493
Apr 9, 2002$1,385$7,710
Apr 9, 2001$985$7,710
Apr 9, 2000$1,168$7,710
Apr 9, 1999$777$6,081
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