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$299,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,600 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 13 days ago
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Updated home situated on a spacious double lot (second pin), offering plenty of outdoor space and ample street parking. This 5-bedroom, 2-bath property features generous living, dining, and family rooms, providing flexibility and comfort for everyday living. For added convenience, a washer and dryer are included. The new buyer can sell the additional lot or build a dream home and leave this home as an ADU for added income. With its updates and roomy layout, this home is move-in ready and perfect for a growing household. The property taxes are very low, which makes it a great opportunity. Seller is IL Licensed broker.

Full Property Details for 6540 S Vernon Ave

General

  • Price: $299,000
  • Taxes: $2,430 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12552732
  • Updated: 1/28/2026
  • Added to Site: 20 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Additional Information

  • Other Features: Commuter Train

Location

  • Area: CHI - Woodlawn
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Hyde Park
  • Driving Directions: 63rd St to MLK Dr to property (Vernon is 1 block east of MLS Dr.)

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: None
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

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

Structural Information

  • Construction: Aluminum Siding, Frame
  • Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Foundation: Block, Brick/Mortar
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel
  • Square Feet: 1,600
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2017

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $2,430.08
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 20222160330000

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Schools serving 6540 S Vernon Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299
NameGradesDistance
Dulles Elementary School
6311 South Calumet Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637
K-80.3 mi
Hirsch Metropolitan High School
7740 South Ingleside Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
9-121.6 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 6540 S Vernon Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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1/22/2026
Listed
$299,000
3637.5%
MLS
9/23/2009
Sold
$8,000
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Tax History for 6540 S Vernon Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,247
3%
$5,889
—
2022
$1,211
-33%
$5,889
-35%
2021
$1,810
-40%
$9,000
-33%
2020
$2,996
—
$13,449
-10%
2019
$3,002
-7%
$14,944
-9%
2018
$3,235
122%
$16,378
293%
2017
$1,459
-45%
$4,164
-69%
2016
$2,653
9%
$13,248
—
2015
$2,428
8%
$13,248
10%
2014
$2,239
2%
$12,069
—
2013
$2,195
1%
$12,069
—
2012
$2,166
—
$12,069
—
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6540 S Vernon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 (MLS# 12552732) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 6540 S Vernon Avenue is currently listed for $299,000 and was received on January 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 6540 S Vernon Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Woodlawn? You can browse all Woodlawn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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