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8955 S Essex Ave, Chicago, IL, 60617

$292,990

Home List Price

$3,479*

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3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
2,500 SqFt
$117/SqFt
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8955 S Essex Ave, Chicago$292,990

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1957
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
MLS #11962537
Lot Size0.08 Acres
StatusActive

About 8955 S Essex Ave

SINGLE FAMILY RAISED RANCH LOCATED IN THE HIGHLY SOUGHT-AFTER CALUMET HEIGHTS AREA WITH a NEW YOUTH CENTER AND THE AWAITING OBAMA CENTER. INTRODUCING CURB APPEAL FROM THE ENTRY TO THE BACK OF THE HOUSE AND THROUGHOUT THE MANICURED BLOCK. WALK INTO A GORGEOUS 3 + 1 BED, 2.5 BATH, FULLY FINISHED BASEMENT, WITH TWO CAR GARAGE HOME. AS YOU ENTER YOU ENCOUNTER NEWLY FINISHED HARDWOOD FLOORS THAT CAPTURE THE SUN RAYS THROUGH YOUR ENTRY BAY WINDOWS AS THE SUN DANCES THROUGHOUT YOUR FIRST FLOOR FROM LIVING ROOM TO KITCHEN. THE KITCHEN IS A DREAM KITCHEN COME TRUE LEADING WITH ELEGANT FROSTED 42" CABINTRY, GRANITE COUNTERS, GORGEOUS BACKSPLASH, STYLISH STAINLESS STEEL FARMHOUSE SINK, AND ALL-NEW STAINLESS-STEEL APPLIANCES. THREE NICELY SIZED BEDROOMS ON THE FIRST FLOOR WITH NEW CEILING FANS, WITH UPDATES TO THE 1.5 BATHROOMS. NEW DOORS, LIGHT FIXTURES, CEILING FANS. THE NEW FULLY FINISHED BASEMENT ENGAGES YOU WITH A NEW FULL BATHROOM AND SO MUCH MORE ROOM TO MEET THE EYE. LAUNDRY ROOM WITH FRONT LOAD WASHER & DRYER, UTILITY ROOM WITH NEWER 95% ENERGY EFFICIENT FURNACE AND AC, NEW OVERHEAD SEWER SYSTEM AND UPDATED ELECTRICAL. THE BACKYARD DELIGHTS YOU WITH A PAVED PATIO WITH LIGHTED COLUMS ATTACHED TO THE HOME, AND A FRESHLY POURED SIDEWALK AND PATIO ATTACHED TO THE REHABBED GARAGE WITH GUTTERS.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Living Area: 2,500 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Circle One Realty
  • Office Phone: (630) 528-2300
  • Listing Agent: Ryan Cherney

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Hardwood Floors

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Patio, Brick Paver Patio

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.08 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Hoyne Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-6

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: 8955 S Essex Ave Chicago IL 60617

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $292,990
  • Price Per SqFt: $117/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,633
  • Tax Year: 2019
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Housing Market Comparison

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Chicago, IL

City

Med. Sold Price

$349K

Med. Price/SqFt

$250

Avg. Days On Market

33

# of Sold Homes

2268

8955 S Essex Ave vs Chicago

111 DAYS ON ROCKET

+78 Days

$292,990

-$56.1K Less

$117/SqFt

-$133 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $56.1K less than the Median Sold Price and $133/SqFt less than other homes in Chicago, IL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MRED
  • MLS Number: #11962537

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Circle One Realty
  • Office Phone: (630) 528-2300
  • Listing Agent: Ryan Cherney

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 18, 2002Home Sold
$147,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2019$1,633$11,536
2018$1,604$11,536
2017$1,860$11,999

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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3
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  • Hoyne Elementary School

  • 8905 S Crandon Ave

  • 0.25 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $48,585. Residents of Chicago, IL typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 8955 S Essex Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 8955 S Essex Ave property is $292,990.

What type of property is this?

The property 8955 S Essex Ave is a house located in Chicago, Illinois, 60617.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 8955 S Essex Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 8955 S Essex Ave are:
Hoyne Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 3/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2019 is $1,633 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on September 18, 2002 for $147,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 8955 S Essex Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 8955 S Essex Ave is 2,500 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 8955 S Essex Ave is 1957.

Rocket Homes›Illinois›Cook County›Chicago›60617›8955 S Essex Ave

This home is located at 8955 S Essex Ave in Chicago, IL and zip code 60617 in the Far Southeast Side neighborhood. This 2,500 square foot home, which was built in 1957, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 16, 2024 and is currently priced at $292,990.

Chicago, IL housing market in April 2024 saw over 867 listings sold above listed price, more than 378 sold at listed price and over 1023 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Chicago, IL between March 2024 and April 2024 increased by 18.4%. In April 2024 median list price was $349,097 and the average listing age was 33 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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