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Property Description
Welcome to 8418 S Essex Ave, a spacious and beautifully updated home offering an impressive 6 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms. It lives like a multi-family, perfect for multi generational families. From the moment you enter, you'll appreciate the open living and dining areas, creating a comfortable flow that's perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The remodeled kitchen features updated cabinetry, countertops, modern fixtures, appliances, and new flooring. Major improvements have already been completed throughout the home, including updated electrical and plumbing, along with two beautifully renovated full bathrooms. The main level also offers a versatile bonus room that can easily function as a home office, guest room, playroom, or additional flex space. Downstairs, the finished basement provides even more usable living space with laundry hookups and plenty of room for a family room, recreation area, or additional entertaining space. Outside, enjoy a large fenced backyard with plenty of space for summer gatherings, pets, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. With six bedrooms, multiple flexible living spaces, extensive updates, and a generous backyard, this home offers the space and versatility that's hard to find. Conveniently located near shopping, schools, parks, public transportation, and other neighborhood amenities. Schedule your private showing and come see everything 8418 S Essex has to offer. ***CLICK ON THE VIRTUAL TOUR LINK***
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8418 S Essex Ave
General
- Price: $300,000
- Taxes: $1,275 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12755768
- Updated: 9/13/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - South Chicago
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: 83rd East of Yates To Essex Ave.
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
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 2,200
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1928
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1928
- Tax Amount: $1,275
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 21313090260000
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Schools
Schools serving 8418 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 ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 8418 S Essex Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/10/2026
Listed
$300,000
310.96%
MLS
7/09/2025
Sold
$73,000
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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 8418 S Essex Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$2,110
—
$11,101
11%
2023
$2,110
3%
$10,000
—
2022
$2,057
2%
$10,000
—
2021
$2,011
-11%
$10,000
-1%
2020
$2,255
—
$10,124
-10%
2019
$2,260
2%
$11,249
—
2018
$2,222
—
$11,249
9%
2017
$2,225
7%
$10,338
—
2016
$2,071
9%
$10,338
—
2015
$1,894
14%
$10,338
15%
2014
$1,665
2%
$8,972
—
2013
$1,632
1%
$8,972
—
2012
$1,610
—
$8,972
—
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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8418 S Essex Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 (MLS# 12755768) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8418 S Essex Avenue is currently listed for $300,000 and was received on September 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 8418 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.

