This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/1
$256,000
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/1
Property Description
Rehab Project!!! Exciting changes are happening in South Shore, and this 4-unit building at 7924 S. Essex puts you right in the heart of it! This property offers an excellent opportunity to take on a rehab project and build significant equity. With major economic development underway, now is the time to secure your spot in one of Chicago's most promising neighborhoods. Just a short distance away, the upcoming mixed-use entertainment center at 7052 S. Jeffrey will bring a Creole restaurant, dine-in cinema, bowling alley, and event space-turning the area into a hotspot for dining and entertainment. South Shore is on the rise, with major investments reshaping the community. The Thrive Exchange project, a multi-million dollar mixed-use development at 7901 S. Exchange, will bring 43 affordable workforce housing units, retail spaces, and offices for Neighborhood Housing Services. Designed with community growth in mind, it will also feature a retail plaza, tenant amenities, and pedestrian-friendly spaces that enhance connectivity. This transformative project, backed by both public and private funding, is a game-changer for the area, providing new opportunities for businesses and residents alike. Additionally, the Obama Presidential Library is set to attract businesses, restaurants, and cultural destinations, adding long-term value. Improved infrastructure, better public transit, and planned green spaces are only adding to the area's appeal. With growing accessibility, easy transit access, and proximity to all these exciting changes, this property provides the perfect opportunity for someone to renovate the building and take advantage of the high ARV (After Repair Value). Whether you're looking to live in the building or invest in the area's booming market, this rehab project is the chance you don't want to miss to build equity and be part of South Shore's transformation!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7924 S Essex Ave
General
- Sold For: $256,000
- Taxes: $6,344 (2022)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12372063
- Added to Site: 275 day(s) ago
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 7
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 10
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: On Site, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: CHI - South Chicago
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: 79th St East of Yates to Essex to Building
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
- Year Built: 1929
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 4
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1929
- Tax Amount: $6,344
- Tax Year: 2022
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 21311010090000
Listed by Keller Williams Preferred Rlty
Sold by A Morrow Properties
Get Pre-Approved Today
Schools
Schools serving 7924 S Essex Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Coles Elementary Language Academy 8441 South Yates Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60617 | K-8 | 0.7 mi |
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School 2100 East 87th Street, Chicago, IL 60617 | 9-11 | 1 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 7924 S Essex Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/15/2025
Sold
$256,000
-1.5%
MLS
5/21/2025
Listed
$259,900
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
7924 S Essex Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 (MLS# 12372063) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $256,000 on July 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 7924 S Essex Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in South Chicago? You can browse all South Chicago real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

