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Property Description
6506-6508 S. Ellis Avenue is a rarely available six unit multifamily building located just blocks from the prestigious University of Chicago and the construction site of the future Obama Presidential Library. Building underwent major renovation in approximately 2012 (Newer framing, newer copper plumbing, newer electrical in all units, individual furnaces and hot water heaters in each unit). Hardwood floors in 5 of the 6 units. There are four (4) 2 bedroom, 1 bath units (located on the second and third floors), and two (2) 4 bedroom, 3 bath units on the first floor that are condo units that UTILIZE THE FIRST FLOOR AND THE LOWER LEVEL! FLOOR PLANS AVAILABLE FROM LISTING AGENT! Each unit has in-unit laundry, a dishwasher, and one (1) parking space per unit in the rear of the building. Units also have their own furnaces and TENANTS responsible for their own heat and electric. Water is not individually metered. Gated access to the building. Fenced-in yard space in the rear. Tenants also have access to a newer balcony in the rear of each unit. Common areas also remodeled. Because this neighborhood is being sought-after, two single family homes directly across the street (6501 & 6503 S. Ellis Avenue) from this building have sold for $739,000!!! And more to come with New Construction being built all around! Much more value to add to this building by stabilizing rents to current market value! Taxes have been reduced drastically thru an appeal process as the building previously had six different PINs. Owner has dissolved the HOA in late 2024 and the assessor will issue a single PIN in 2026. Other six unit buildings that have sold recently with a single PIN have their taxes around 13-14k for the last full tax year. Higher Rents and Less taxes will equal higher income!!! Email listing agent for any questions.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6506 S Ellis Ave
General
- Price: $1,175,000
- Taxes: $16,730 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12554460
- Updated: 2/2/2026
- Added to Site: 34 day(s) ago
Location
- Area: CHI - Woodlawn
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: 63rd Street to Ingleside, Ingleside to 65th Street, one block east to Ellis Ave.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Trash: 2553
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Current Bldg. Use: Condominium
- Year Built: 1930
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units w/Refrigerators: 6
- Units w/Range/Oven: 6
- # Dryers: 6
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Potential Use: Multi-Family
- Zoning: MULTI
Financial Considerations
- Insurance Fee: $5,846
- Operating Expenses: $31,862
- Other Fee: $1,190
- Assessment Year: 1930
- Tax Amount: $16,730
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tenant Pays: Electricity, Heat
- Pays Electric: 1363
- Pays Trash: 2553
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 20231150401001
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Schools
Schools serving 6506 S Ellis Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM School 6650 South Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 | PK-8 | 0.1 mi |
Hyde Park Academy High School 6220 South Stony Island Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 6506 S Ellis Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/24/2026
Listed
$1,175,000
803.85%
MLS
11/29/2022
Sold
$130,000
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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 6506 S Ellis Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,023
3%
$18,999
—
2022
$3,908
2%
$18,999
—
2021
$3,820
62%
$18,999
80%
2020
$2,352
1%
$10,556
-9%
2019
$2,337
2%
$11,630
—
2018
$2,297
22%
$11,630
33%
2017
$1,883
7%
$8,746
—
2016
$1,752
9%
$8,746
—
2015
$1,603
-15%
$8,746
-13%
2014
$1,875
2%
$10,107
—
2013
$1,838
1%
$10,107
—
2012
$1,814
—
$10,107
—
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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6506 S Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 (MLS# 12554460) is a Commercial property. 6506 S Ellis Avenue is currently listed for $1,175,000 and was received on January 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 6506 S Ellis Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in Woodlawn? You can browse all Woodlawn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

