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$199,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,008 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
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Step into this beautiful, move-in-ready brick bungalow that perfectly blends classic Chicago charm with thoughtful updates. The spacious living room is surrounded by windows that fill the home with natural light, creating an inviting space for relaxing or entertaining. Recent improvements include tuckpointing and updated mechanicals, with a newer furnace and water heater installed just a few years ago for peace of mind. Situated on a large lot with an additional side lot, there's plenty of room for outdoor living and gardening. The home has been well maintained inside and out, offering timeless appeal and solid construction in a convenient South Chicago location close to parks, public transit, shopping, and major expressways. Don't miss your chance to own this classic Chicago bungalow. Schedule your private showing today!

Full Property Details for 8129 S Cornell Ave

General

  • Price: $199,000
  • Taxes: $1,051 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12513371
  • Updated: 11/18/2025
  • Added to Site: 69 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Additional Information

  • Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: CHI - Avalon Park
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Hyde Park
  • Driving Directions: From I-90/I-94 (Dan Ryan Expressway), take the 79th St exit east to Stony Island Ave, continue south to 81st St, turn east to Cornell Ave, then south 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: Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

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

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Bungalow
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Square Feet: 1,008
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 4512

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1925
  • Tax Amount: $1,051.94
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 20361120150000

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Schools serving 8129 S Cornell Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299
NameGradesDistance
Caldwell Elementary Academy Of Math & Sci
8546 South Cregier Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617
6-80.6 mi
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School
2100 East 87th Street, Chicago, IL 60617
9-110.8 mi
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Price & Sales History for 8129 S Cornell Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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11/07/2025
Listed
$199,000
165.33%
MLS
3/04/1998
Sold
$75,000
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Tax History for 8129 S Cornell Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$851
8%
$10,000
—
2022
$791
-2%
$10,000
—
2021
$805
-24%
$10,000
-3%
2020
$1,055
-1%
$10,320
-10%
2019
$1,064
-33%
$11,467
—
2018
$1,586
-28%
$11,467
-16%
2017
$2,202
-1%
$13,604
—
2016
$2,225
11%
$13,604
—
2015
$2,012
8%
$13,604
8%
2014
$1,861
3%
$12,601
—
2013
$1,814
—
$12,601
—
2012
$1,813
—
$12,601
—
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8129 S Cornell Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 (MLS# 12513371) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 8129 S Cornell Avenue is currently listed for $199,000 and was received on November 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 8129 S Cornell Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Avalon Park? You can browse all Avalon Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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