Sold161d on marketHistoric · 99 yrs
8444 S Essex Ave
Chicago, IL, 60617 • South Chicago • Cook County
$310,000
$115/sqft
5Beds
3Baths
2,690Sqft
0.09 acLot
1927Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1927 · 99 years of history
1 Fireplace
Living Room
1.5-Car Garage
On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
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161 days on market
Established listing
$115/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1927 · Historic
Welcome to this spectacular 5 bedroom and 3 full bathroom home with a beautiful finished basement just minutes from Lake Michigan beach. This beautifully updated home offers an abundance of space and natural light throughout. The gleaming hardwood floors welcome you in the spacious living room with a stunning fireplace and a grandiose bay window with wonderful views of the beautiful tree lined street. The living room guides you into the spectacular dining room and kitchen perfect for when entertaining guests. You will find beautiful stainless steel appliances in the gorgeous kitchen that boasts plenty of white shaker cabinets and quartz countertop space with a cozy island so you can enjoy breakfast with family. The second level features an expansive master suite with a walk-in closet and a full master bath. In the marvelous full finished basement you will find the family room that offers a serene setting that features a breathtaking accent wall, a wet bar, a laundry room and an abundance of space with endless possibilities. The spacious backyard features a patio and fully fenced yard for the kids and pets to play, perfect to enjoy those summer barbecue's with family and friends. A 1.5 car garage with convenient storage space. The proximity to parks, schools, golfing, shopping and dining is outstanding.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights stunning fireplace, full finished basement, and fully fenced yard as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,933/month
Principal & Interest$1,520
Property Tax$310
Insurance$103
Down payment20% ($62,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $248,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1927
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Garage space
Lot3,750 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1927
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage1.5 spaces
BasementFinished,Full
Fireplaces1
Lot3,750 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouth Chicago
Annual tax$2,321
Parcel2131309035
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplace
Living Room
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Frame
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second12×16 ft192 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Main10×15 ft150 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Main10×11 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Main10×11 ft110 sqft
Bedroom5
Second12×12 ft144 sqft
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market161
Est. value$316,600
Est. rent$2,996/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$115
On marketSep 24, 2025
PostedSep 24, 2025
Last sold$310,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedOct 31, 2025
Tour days6
Views32
How are the schools in Chicago?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
Chicago, IL, 60617
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 29, 2025Sold$310,000$115MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 2, 2025Contingent$309,900$115MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 24, 2025Listed For Sale$309,900$115MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 24, 2025Listing Removed$324,900$121MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 8, 2025Listed For Sale$324,900$121MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 29, 2025Sold$100,000$37MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 28, 2025Contingent$174,900$65MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 11, 2025Listed For Sale$174,900$65MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$310,000
Oct 29, 2025•$115/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$309,900
Oct 2, 2025•$115/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$309,900
Sep 24, 2025•$115/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$324,900
Sep 24, 2025•$121/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$324,900
Sep 8, 2025•$121/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$100,000
May 29, 2025•$37/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$174,900
Apr 28, 2025•$65/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$174,900
Apr 11, 2025•$65/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$2,321$11,000
Apr 9, 2022$2,263$11,000
Apr 9, 2021$2,212$11,000
Apr 9, 2020$2,243$10,067
Apr 9, 2019$2,247$11,186
Apr 9, 2018$2,210$11,186
Apr 9, 2017$2,292$10,648
Apr 9, 2016$2,133$10,648
Apr 9, 2015$1,951$10,648
Apr 9, 2014$1,581$8,523
Apr 9, 2013$1,550$8,523
Apr 9, 2012$1,529$8,523
Apr 9, 2011$1,828$11,283
Apr 9, 2010$1,836$11,283
Apr 9, 2009$1,759$11,283
Apr 9, 2008$1,882$13,123
Apr 9, 2007$1,864$13,123
Apr 9, 2006$1,884$13,123
Apr 9, 2005$1,414$8,653
Apr 9, 2004$1,400$8,653
Apr 9, 2003$1,369$8,653
Apr 9, 2002$1,413$7,865
Apr 9, 2001$1,362$7,865
Apr 9, 2000$1,205$7,865
Apr 9, 1999$1,213$6,270
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Chicago, IL • Cook County
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Nearby zip codes
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