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Property Description
This beautifully renovated brick home blends timeless character and elevated modern design living across three thoughtfully designed levels. Offering 5 spacious bedrooms and 3 fully renovated bathrooms, every detail has been curated to deliver both style and functionality. A spacious front porch welcomes you into a sun-filled living room, where a crisp fireplace and oversized windows create a warm, inviting first impression. The open layout flows effortlessly into a refined dining space, complete with custom millwork, crown molding, and a statement chandelier-perfect for hosting or everyday living. The newly designed kitchen is both sleek and functional, featuring white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and generous prep space for gathering and entertaining. Upstairs, a loft-style suite offers a private retreat with fresh finishes and a designer bathroom, while the fully finished basement expands your living possibilities with a wet bar and flexible space ideal for a media room, gym, guest suite, or home office. Throughout the home, you'll find sophisticated thoughtful finishes with herringbone tile, modern vanities, quartz, along with spacious bedrooms filled with natural light. Step outside to enjoy covered porches and a fenced backyard designed for relaxing or entertaining, plus the convenience of a two-car garage. Set on a quiet, tree-lined street near parks, schools, and transit, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect balance of character, space, and modern updates-an inviting place to call home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 7955 S Colfax Ave
General
- Price: $335,000
- Taxes: $566 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12615771
- Updated: Today (4/10/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Quartz Counters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Decorative
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - South Chicago
- County: Cook
- Township: South Chicago
- Driving Directions: E 81st to Colfax Ave N to Property.
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: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Square Feet: 2,418
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1923
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1923
- Tax Amount: $566
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 21311040240000
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Schools
Schools serving 7955 S Colfax Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bradwell Community Arts & Sci Elementary School 7736 South Burnham Avenue, Chicago, IL 60649 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School 1955 East 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60649 | 12- | 1 mi |
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School 2100 East 87th Street, Chicago, IL 60617 | 9-11 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 7955 S Colfax Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/10/2026
Listed
$335,000
241.84%
MLS
5/16/2025
Sold
$98,000
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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 7955 S Colfax Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$566
—
$8,200
37%
2023
$566
7%
$6,000
—
2022
$531
-1%
$6,000
—
2021
$537
-67%
$6,000
-42%
2020
$1,605
—
$10,306
-10%
2019
$1,612
2%
$11,452
—
2018
$1,584
-6%
$11,452
2%
2017
$1,679
-3%
$11,177
—
2016
$1,738
11%
$11,177
—
2015
$1,567
23%
$11,177
19%
2014
$1,272
3%
$9,422
—
2013
$1,235
-1%
$9,422
—
2012
$1,243
—
$9,422
—
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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7955 S Colfax Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 (MLS# 12615771) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 7955 S Colfax Avenue is currently listed for $335,000 and was received on April 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 7955 S Colfax Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single 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.
