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Property Description
MULTIPLE OFFERS REVEIVED, Highest and Best due by Monday 7/6 at 3:00pm!!! Investor opportunity! This modified Georgian offers strong potential with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood maple floors, walk-in closets, and a spacious backyard with a brick patio. The home has no garage but includes an electrical platform. Approximately 10-15 minutes to the Obama Presidential Center, AND Conveniently located with easy access to the Dan Ryan Expressway (I-94), public transportation, shopping, schools, and parks. Property is being sold as-is and presents a great value-add opportunity for investors or rehabbers.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8238 S Prairie Ave
General
- Price: $99,999
- Taxes: $2,250 (2023)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12694595
Interior
- Basement: Partially
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Location
- Area: CHI - Chatham
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: COTTAGE GROVE AVE.NORTH OR SOUTH TO 83RD ST. WEST TO PRAIRIE AVE. NORTH TO HOME.HOME IS ON THE LEFT
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
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
- Square Feet: 1,200
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1941
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 4830
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1941
- Tax Amount: $2,250.55
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20341210380000
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Schools
Schools serving 8238 S Prairie Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Neil Elementary School 8555 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 | PK-8 | 0.4 mi |
Bowen High School 2710 East 89th Street, Chicago, IL 60617 | 9-11 | 3.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 8238 S Prairie Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$2,254
—
$13,501
-4%
2023
$2,254
4%
$14,000
—
2022
$2,176
1%
$14,000
—
2021
$2,146
9%
$14,000
18%
2020
$1,963
1%
$11,914
-9%
2019
$1,942
2%
$13,093
—
2018
$1,908
-28%
$13,093
-16%
2017
$2,637
—
$15,625
—
2016
$2,629
10%
$15,625
—
2015
$2,383
15%
$15,625
14%
2014
$2,068
3%
$13,714
—
2013
$2,016
—
$13,714
—
2012
$2,013
—
$13,714
—
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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8238 S Prairie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 (MLS# 12694595) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8238 S Prairie Avenue is currently listed for $99,999 and was received on July 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 8238 S Prairie Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Chatham? You can browse all Chatham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

