Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/15/2026
Listed
$250,000
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Property Description
This attractive two-story single-family home offers a solid structure and functional living space. While move-in ready, the property presents a fantastic opportunity for the new owner to implement cosmetic updates and personal touches to build immediate equity. The home features five bedrooms, gleaming hardwood floors, a welcoming layout on the main floor, and a full basement. There is also a separate one-bedroom apartment on the second floor! The location offers proximity to key transport routes and is situated within a developing area of the community. This classic home is move-in ready; suitable for cosmetic updating at the buyer's discretion. This beauty strikes a great balance, combining the convenience of excellent transit access with the enjoyment of nearby recreational facilities. It is a strategic acquisition for investors seeking a turnkey rental property or homeowners looking for a solid residence with strong potential.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6541 S Carpenter St
General
- Price: $250,000
- Taxes: $3,444 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12520967
- Updated: Today (1/15/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st-Floor Bath, Separate Dining Room
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: CHI - Englewood
- County: Cook
- Township: Lake
- Driving Directions: From Kedzie Avenue, East onto Marquette Rd., then North onto Racine, then East onto 65th St., then South onto Carpenter to 6541.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Bass Elementary School
- High School: Englewood Stem High School
- Private School: Englewood Stem High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Victorian
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Window Treatments, Blinds, Drapes, Storm Window(s), Shades
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Square Feet: 3,081
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1891
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 3125
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Level
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1891
- Tax Amount: $3,444
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20202190140000
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Schools
Schools serving 6541 S Carpenter St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bass Elementary School 1140 West 66th Street, Chicago, IL 60621 | PK-8 | 0.2 mi |
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School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 6541 S Carpenter St
Tax History
Tax History for 6541 S Carpenter St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
100%
$3,499
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2022
100%
$3,499
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2021
-100%
$3,499
-46%
2020
$210
-16%
$6,525
-12%
2019
$250
3%
$7,415
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2018
$243
54%
$7,415
-55%
2017
$158
-45%
$16,306
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2016
$287
22%
$16,306
—
2015
$235
-90%
$16,306
5%
2014
$2,403
2%
$15,521
—
2013
$2,345
16%
$15,521
—
2012
$2,018
—
$15,521
—
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Listed and Sold by Pamela Mondane
6541 S Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL 60621 (MLS# 12520967) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 6541 S Carpenter Street is currently listed for $250,000 and was received on January 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 6541 S Carpenter Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Englewood? You can browse all Englewood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.