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Property Description
Beautifully renovated in 2021, this classic brick bungalow combines timeless charm with modern style in the rapidly growing East Woodlawn neighborhood! This 3 bed + additional Den/Office/4th Bedroom in the Basement, 2 bath home features bright, updated living spaces, a sleek contemporary kitchen, modern baths, spacious bedrooms, and quality finishes throughout. Outside, the timeless brick exterior adds exceptional curb appeal. The large back yard is ready for your ideas and the newer 2 car garage adds great additional storage. Just minutes from downtown Chicago, the University of Chicago, the newly opened Obama Presidential Center, Jackson Park Golf Course, the lakefront, beaches, scenic trails, and world class restaurants, cafe's, and entertainment, this location offers the best of city living. With easy access to Lake Shore Drive, Metra, and CTA, commuting is a breeze. A lovely home in one of Chicago's fastest-growing neighborhoods-don't miss this opportunity!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6655 S University Ave
General
- Price: $299,000
- Taxes: $5,340 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12693131
- Updated: 8/13/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, E
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Off-Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Woodlawn
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: North to 67th East to University to home
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
- Elementary School: Wadsworth Elementary School
- Middle School: Wadsworth Elementary School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,452
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1905
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2021
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.072
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1905
- Tax Amount: $5,340.65
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20231260230000
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Schools
Schools serving 6655 S University 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 | 0.2 mi |
Hyde Park Academy High School 6220 South Stony Island Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 6655 S University Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/13/2026
Listed
$299,000
10.74%
MLS
10/04/2021
Sold
$270,000
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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 6655 S University Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$5,293
—
$26,500
6%
2023
$5,293
3%
$24,999
—
2022
$5,142
2%
$24,999
—
2021
$5,027
22%
$24,999
35%
2020
$4,134
1%
$18,557
-9%
2019
$4,097
2%
$20,393
—
2018
$4,028
55%
$20,393
69%
2017
$2,593
7%
$12,047
—
2016
$2,413
9%
$12,047
—
2015
$2,208
32%
$12,047
34%
2014
$1,673
-10%
$9,019
-12%
2013
$1,857
1%
$10,211
—
2012
$1,832
—
$10,211
—
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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6655 S University Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 (MLS# 12693131) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 6655 S University Avenue is currently listed for $299,000 and was received on August 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 6655 S University 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.

