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$285,000 Just Listed
Property Description
PRICED TO SELL! Excellent opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor seeking immediate cash flow. 1st Floor Duplex Down features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. 2nd Floor 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. First floor will need the kitchen and bathroom finished. Perfect for a 203k or renovation loan. Live in one unit while renting the other, or lease both for strong returns. Generous layouts, flexible use, and a desirable location near transportation and local amenities make this a smart long-term investment with built-in income potential. Second floor is occupied. Do not disturb tenants. Easy to show.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 539 E 68th St
General
- Price: $285,000
- Taxes: $3,426 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12545257
- Updated: 1/13/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Upper - Full Baths: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Historical District
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Unassigned, Off-Alley, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: CHI - Woodlawn
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: EAST OF COTTAGE GROVE ON 69TH STREET TURNS TO KEEFE AVE - TURN RIGHT/SOUTH TO ADDRESS "539 E. 68TH S
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: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Flat
- Year Built: 1905
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 3173
- Zoning: MULTI
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1905
- Tax Amount: $3,426.11
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20224090030000
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Schools
Schools serving 539 E 68th St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Till Elementary Math & Science Academy 6543 South Champlain Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Hirsch Metropolitan High School 7740 South Ingleside Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 539 E 68th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/12/2026
Listed
$285,000
91.28%
MLS
7/07/2017
Sold
$149,000
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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 539 E 68th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,176
3%
$14,999
—
2022
$3,085
2%
$14,999
—
2021
$3,016
11%
$14,999
23%
2020
$2,720
-2%
$12,208
-12%
2019
$2,787
2%
$13,873
—
2018
$2,740
-17%
$13,873
-10%
2017
$3,302
7%
$15,338
—
2016
$3,072
9%
$15,338
—
2015
$2,811
—
$15,338
1%
2014
$2,819
2%
$15,195
—
2013
$2,764
1%
$15,195
—
2012
$2,727
—
$15,195
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 539 E 68th St
539 E 68th Street, Chicago, IL 60637 (MLS# 12545257) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 6 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 539 E 68th Street is currently listed for $285,000 and was received on January 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 539 E 68th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Woodlawn? You can browse all Woodlawn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
