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Property Description
BACK ON THE MARKET WITH A PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Don't miss your opportunity to see this beautifully updated Chicago bungalow offering modern upgrades and flexible living spaces. Welcome to 1249 W 97th Street! Step inside to a bright, freshly painted interior featuring new flooring, three bedrooms, two full baths, and an updated kitchen complete with new stainless-steel appliances and a Smart Digital Waterfall Kitchen Sink. A versatile flex room offers endless possibilities as a home office, cozy sitting room, reading nook, or creative space. The enclosed porch provides even more room to relax, unwind or enjoy additional everyday living space. This home has been thoughtfully updated with new windows, new doors, a new furnace, new A/C condenser, and a new washer and dryer. Modern touches also include an LED ventilation fan with a built-in SensonicTM Bluetooth speaker. Need more space? The semi-finished basement is ready and waiting for your ideas! Create an entertainment area, recreation room, home gym, hobby space, additional office, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. Outside, enjoy a backyard and the convenience of a two-car garage. Conveniently located in Washington Heights near Beverly, with easy access to shopping, dining, parks, transportation, and neighborhood amenities. With its price improvement, extensive updates, flexible spaces, and classic Chicago bungalow character, 1249 W 97th Street is ready for its next owner. Come see the possibilities-schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1249 W 97th St
General
- Price: $259,900
- Taxes: $2,216 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12672771
- Updated: 8/18/2026
- Added to Site: 67 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Washington Heights
- County: Cook
- Township: Lake
- Driving Directions: Take I-90 to 95th Street, Drive West to Throop Street, turn South the 97th Street, then turn East to the property.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Woodlawn Elementary School Commu
- High School: Corliss High School
- Private School: Corliss High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,253
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1925
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2026
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 4150
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1925
- Tax Amount: $2,216.03
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 25081110030000
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Schools
Schools serving 1249 W 97th St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Green W Elementary School 1150 West 96th Street, Chicago, IL 60643 | K-8 | 0.2 mi |
Corliss High School 821 East 103rd Street, Chicago, IL 60628 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1249 W 97th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/12/2026
Price Reduced
$259,900
-3.38%
MLS
6/15/2026
Listed
$269,000
156.19%
MLS
9/19/2025
Sold
$105,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1249 W 97th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$2,009
—
$11,001
16%
2023
$2,009
2%
$9,499
—
2022
$1,960
2%
$9,499
—
2021
$1,916
23%
$9,499
36%
2020
$1,561
413%
$6,991
-9%
2019
$304
2%
$7,683
—
2018
$297
-69%
$7,683
-31%
2017
$946
-45%
$11,056
—
2016
$1,718
11%
$11,056
—
2015
$1,549
4%
$11,056
4%
2014
$1,492
3%
$10,591
—
2013
$1,451
28%
$10,591
—
2012
$1,135
—
$10,591
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1249 W 97th Street, Chicago, IL 60643 (MLS# 12672771) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1249 W 97th Street is currently listed for $259,900 and was received on June 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 1249 W 97th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Washington Heights? You can browse all Washington Heights real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

