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Property Description
Welcome to this spectacular 5 bedroom and 3 full bathroom home with a beautiful finished basement just minutes from Lake Michigan beach. This beautifully updated home offers an abundance of space and natural light throughout. The gleaming hardwood floors welcome you in the spacious living room with a stunning fireplace and a grandiose bay window with wonderful views of the beautiful tree lined street. The living room guides you into the spectacular dining room and kitchen perfect for when entertaining guests. You will find beautiful stainless steel appliances in the gorgeous kitchen that boasts plenty of white shaker cabinets and quartz countertop space with a cozy island so you can enjoy breakfast with family. The second level features an expansive master suite with a walk-in closet and a full master bath. In the marvelous full finished basement you will find the family room that offers a serene setting that features a breathtaking accent wall, a wet bar, a laundry room and an abundance of space with endless possibilities. The spacious backyard features a patio and fully fenced yard for the kids and pets to play, perfect to enjoy those summer barbecue's with family and friends. A 1.5 car garage with convenient storage space. The proximity to parks, schools, golfing, shopping and dining is outstanding.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8444 S Essex Ave
General
- Sold For: $310,000
- Taxes: $2,321 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12479735
- Added to Site: 116 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Water Heater-Gas
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1.5
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: CHI - South Chicago
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: S CHICAGO AVE TO 85 TH E TO ESSEX N
School Information
- School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 2,690
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1927
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 3750
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1927
- Tax Amount: $2,321
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 21313090350000
Listed by Grandview Realty LLC
Sold by Pearson Realty Group
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Schools
Schools serving 8444 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 |
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 8444 S Essex Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/29/2025
Sold
$310,000
0.03%
MLS
9/24/2025
Listed
$309,900
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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.
8444 S Essex Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 (MLS# 12479735) is a Single Family property that was sold at $310,000 on October 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 8444 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.

