For Sale40d on marketHistoric · 128 yrs
221 E 138th St
Dolton, IL, 60419 • 60419 • Cook County
$50,000
$57/sqft
-$15,000 since Mar 24, 2026
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
882Sqft
0.1 acLot
1898Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1898 · 128 years of history
1.5-Car Garage
Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
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40 days on market
Established listing
$57/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1898 · Historic
Investor Opportunity in Dolton! Currently generating $800/month in rental income with potential to increase - previously at $1,200/month with two tenants. This single-family frame home sits on a 4,500 sq ft lot and features 882 sq ft of living space, 1 full bath, partial basement, and a 1.5-car garage. Classic one-story layout in a established neighborhood. Whether you're looking to add to your portfolio or restore to full rental capacity, this property offers immediate cash flow from day one. Being sold as-is. Schedule your showing today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights classic one-story layout and partial basement as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$326/month
Principal & Interest$259
Property Tax$50
Insurance$17
Down payment20% ($10,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $40,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1898
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingNone
Parking1 Garage space
Lot4,499 sqft
Days on Zillow40 Days
Price/sqft$57
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1898
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingNone
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage1.5 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Partial
Lot4,499 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60419
Annual tax$3,946
Parcel2903100006
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
5 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Frame
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main12×11 ft132 sqft
Bedroom2
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market40
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$57
On marketFeb 27, 2026
PostedFeb 27, 2026
Last sold$8,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedMar 29, 2026
Tour days6
Views299
Favorites14
How are the schools in Dolton?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Dolton, IL, 60419
Price history
15 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 24, 2026Price Change$50,000$57MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 5, 2026Price Change$65,000$74MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 27, 2026Listed For Sale$80,000$91MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 14, 2019Listing Removed$57,900$66Jan J. Searcy
May 30, 2018Price Change$57,900$66Jan J. Searcy
May 16, 2018Listed For Sale$59,900$68Jan J. Searcy
Feb 22, 2016Sold$8,000$9Public Record
Dec 18, 2015Sold$8,000$9MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 1, 2015Price Change$9,900$11Trademarks & Associates
Oct 23, 2015Listed For Sale$1,500$2HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc
Aug 14, 2015Listing Removed$1,500$2HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc
May 13, 2015Price Change$1,500$2HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc
May 11, 2015Listed For Sale$23,000$26HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc
May 24, 2001Sold$63,000$71Public Record
Feb 14, 2000Sold$16,000$18Public Record
Price Change$50,000
Mar 24, 2026•$57/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$65,000
Mar 5, 2026•$74/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$80,000
Feb 27, 2026•$91/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$57,900
May 14, 2019•$66/sqft•Jan J. Searcy
Price Change$57,900
May 30, 2018•$66/sqft•Jan J. Searcy
Listed For Sale$59,900
May 16, 2018•$68/sqft•Jan J. Searcy
Sold$8,000
Feb 22, 2016•$9/sqft•Public Record
Sold$8,000
Dec 18, 2015•$9/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$9,900
Nov 1, 2015•$11/sqft•Trademarks & Associates
Listed For Sale$1,500
Oct 23, 2015•$2/sqft•HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc
Listing Removed$1,500
Aug 14, 2015•$2/sqft•HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc
Price Change$1,500
May 13, 2015•$2/sqft•HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc
Listed For Sale$23,000
May 11, 2015•$26/sqft•HomeSearch.com Realty Services Inc
Sold$63,000
May 24, 2001•$71/sqft•Public Record
Sold$16,000
Feb 14, 2000•$18/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$3,946$5,999
Apr 9, 2022$3,052$3,598
Apr 9, 2021$3,016$3,598
Apr 9, 2020$2,850$3,598
Apr 9, 2019$3,612$4,121
Apr 9, 2018$3,504$4,121
Apr 9, 2017$3,298$4,121
Apr 9, 2016$3,171$4,325
Apr 9, 2015$3,074$4,325
Apr 9, 2014$3,050$4,325
Apr 9, 2013$3,062$4,722
Apr 9, 2012$2,955$4,722
Apr 9, 2011$2,712$4,722
Apr 9, 2010$3,545$7,410
Apr 9, 2009$3,440$7,410
Apr 9, 2008$3,119$7,801
Apr 9, 2007$2,538$6,349
Apr 9, 2006$2,432$6,349
Apr 9, 2005$2,373$6,349
Apr 9, 2004$1,506$5,914
Apr 9, 2003$1,347$5,914
Apr 9, 2002$1,334$5,914
Apr 9, 2001$1,635$5,135
Apr 9, 2000$1,645$5,135
Apr 9, 1999$1,659$5,135
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Dolton, IL • Cook County
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
60419
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