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$375,000

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  • Multi-Family
  • 9 Total Beds
  • Updated 7 hours ago
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This exceptional investment opportunity is ideally located just steps away from beautiful Douglas Park. Situated close to the vibrant Tri-Taylor and Illinois Medical District neighborhoods, this property is perfectly positioned in one of Chicago's rapidly developing areas, surrounded by ongoing growth and redevelopment. Surrounded by nearby public transportation options and quick access to the I-290 expressway, providing an easy connection to downtown Chicago and surrounding neighborhoods. The location also places you minutes from major hospitals, universities, and local dining and shopping destinations. The property has been fully gutted, presenting a rare blank canvas for investors, developers, or homeowners with a vision. With the interior already cleared out, it's ready for your custom design, renovation plans, or redevelopment ideas to bring new life to this promising space.

Full Property Details for 1116 S California Ave

General

  • Price: $375,000
  • Taxes: $5,889 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Multi-Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12591723
  • Updated: 3/20/2026
  • Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Upper - Full Baths: 6
  • Bathroom Features: No Tub

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 9

Additional Information

  • Other Features: Commuter Bus, Interstate Access

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Unassigned, Off-Alley, Yes, Owned

Location

  • Area: CHI - North Lawndale
  • County: Cook
  • Township: West Chicago
  • Subdivision: Lawndale
  • Driving Directions: Roosevelt to California, North to 1116

School Information

  • School District: 299
  • Elem School District: 299
  • Midd School District: 299
  • High School District: 299

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Unit Information

  • Units in Building: 3

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: None

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 25 x 125
  • Fence: Yes
  • Zoning: MULTI
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1917
  • Tax Amount: $5,889.18
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
  • Property ID: 16133310210000

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Schools serving 1116 S California Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299
NameGradesDistance
Chalmers Elementary Specialty School
2745 West Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60608
PK-80.1 mi
Manley Career Academy High School
2935 West Polk Street, Chicago, IL 60612
12-110.3 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1116 S California Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/13/2026
Listed
$375,000
525%
MLS
7/27/2017
Sold
$60,000
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Tax History for 1116 S California Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,889
71%
$18,371
66%
2022
$2,278
2%
$11,036
—
2021
$2,227
-57%
$11,039
-52%
2020
$5,159
334%
$23,080
292%
2019
$1,188
-26%
$5,895
-27%
2018
$1,603
-60%
$8,090
-59%
2017
$4,038
-17%
$19,941
-17%
2016
$4,836
9%
$24,144
—
2015
$4,424
31%
$24,144
33%
2014
$3,378
-15%
$18,205
-17%
2013
$3,967
1%
$21,812
—
2012
$3,914
—
$21,812
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1116 S California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612 (MLS# 12591723) is a Multi-Family property with 3 units containing 9 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 1116 S California Avenue is currently listed for $375,000 and was received on March 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 1116 S California Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in North Lawndale? You can browse all North Lawndale real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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