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Property Description
Opportunity awaits at 6506 S Laflin St, a solid brick ranch offering outstanding potential for buyers ready to transform a property into something truly special. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom on the main level, plus an additional bedroom and a spacious family and recreation room in the finished basement, this home offers significantly more living space than meets the eye. This property is an ideal candidate for a partial or complete renovation and is perfectly suited for investors, contractors, or homeowners looking for a rewarding fixer upper with excellent upside. The functional ranch floor plan provides a solid foundation for modernization while maintaining the durability and timeless appeal of its classic brick construction. The main level features a bright living room, a dedicated dining area, a functional kitchen ready for your personal design, three generously sized bedrooms, and a full bathroom. Large windows bring natural light into the home, creating a welcoming atmosphere and highlighting the potential of the existing layout. The finished basement greatly expands the home's versatility, offering a fourth bedroom, a large family and recreation room ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or creating a home theater or game room, along with additional space for storage, a workshop, fitness area, or home office. With the right improvements, this home can be transformed into a spacious and comfortable residence while building substantial equity. Outside, the fenced backyard provides privacy and plenty of room for outdoor entertaining, gardening, pets, or children's play areas. The yard offers an excellent opportunity to create your own outdoor retreat with landscaping, a patio, or additional recreational space. A detached garage provides convenient off street parking and valuable storage, adding even more functionality to the property. Conveniently located in Chicago's West Englewood community, the property enjoys easy access to a variety of neighborhood amenities. Marquette Park is just minutes away and offers expansive green space, walking and biking paths, athletic fields, golf facilities, playgrounds, lagoons, and year round recreational opportunities. Sherman Park, Ogden Park, and Lindblom Park provide additional outdoor activities and community programs. Shopping, grocery stores, restaurants, retail centers, pharmacies, and everyday conveniences are all nearby along 63rd Street, Ashland Avenue, Halsted Street, and Western Avenue. Commuters will appreciate convenient access to CTA bus routes, nearby Metra stations, Interstate 90/94, and Interstate 57, providing efficient travel throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Downtown Chicago, Midway International Airport, Hyde Park, the University of Chicago, and the lakefront are all easily accessible. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, an investment opportunity, or a home to customize to your own style, 6506 S Laflin St offers exceptional potential. With its desirable brick ranch design, four total bedrooms, finished basement with an expansive recreation room, fenced backyard, detached garage, and excellent location, this handyman special is ready for its next chapter.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6506 S Laflin St
General
- Price: $99,900
- Taxes: (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12715347
- Updated: 7/27/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - West Englewood
- County: Cook
- Township: South Chicago
- Driving Directions: From South Ashland Avenue, head east on 66th Street, then turn north onto Laflin Street. The property is on the west side of the street.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,066
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1965
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 123.7
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1965
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: REO/Lender Owned
- Property ID: 20201130250000
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Schools
Schools serving 6506 S Laflin St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bass Elementary School 1140 West 66th Street, Chicago, IL 60621 | PK-8 | 0.4 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 6506 S Laflin St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/24/2026
Listed
$99,900
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MLS
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 Laflin St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
100%
$5,500
—
2022
100%
$5,500
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2021
-100%
$5,500
-8%
2020
$83
-7%
$5,955
-10%
2019
$89
-93%
$6,617
—
2018
$1,307
—
$6,617
—
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 Laflin Street, Chicago, IL 60636 (MLS# 12715347) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 6506 S Laflin Street is currently listed for $99,900 and was received on July 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 6506 S Laflin Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in West Englewood? You can browse all West Englewood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

