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Property Description
Opportunity awaits in the vibrant South Shore neighborhood of Chicago. This spacious single-family home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, providing plenty of room for your vision and creativity. The property features a full basement, ideal for additional living space, storage, or future expansion. A dedicated parking stall adds convenience and value. This home is perfect for investors, rehabbers, or buyers looking to build sweat equity. Property needs work and is being sold in AS IS condition. No surveys or disclosures will be provided. Taxes prorated. Buyer to assume any and all city requirements, if applicable. Don't miss this chance to bring your ideas to life in a well-established neighborhood close to transportation, schools and parks. Room sizes are estimates.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8349 S Essex Ave
General
- Price: $88,400
- Taxes: $1,386 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12578576
- Updated: 2/26/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes
Location
- Area: CHI - South Chicago
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: Cicero Ave to W 55th St, to W Garfield Blvd, right onto S Wells St, left onto W 63rd St, right onto S King Dr, left onto S South Chicago Ave, left onto E 85th St, left onto S Essex 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: None
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,158
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1916
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1916
- Tax Amount: $1,386.44
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 21313020210000
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Schools
Schools serving 8349 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 | 0.1 mi |
Bowen High School 2710 East 89th Street, Chicago, IL 60617 | 9-11 | 0.7 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 8349 S Essex Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/26/2026
Listed
$88,400
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MLS
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 8349 S Essex Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
100%
$5,000
—
2022
100%
$5,000
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2021
-100%
$5,000
-46%
2020
$154
1%
$9,333
-10%
2019
$153
1%
$10,370
—
2018
$151
-53%
$10,370
5%
2017
$323
-45%
$9,917
—
2016
$588
4%
$9,917
—
2015
$565
1%
$9,917
14%
2014
$560
—
$8,698
—
2013
$562
7%
$8,698
—
2012
$526
—
$8,698
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 8349 S Essex Ave
8349 S Essex Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 (MLS# 12578576) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8349 S Essex Avenue is currently listed for $88,400 and was received on February 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 8349 S Essex 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.

