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$169,900 Just Listed
Property Description
Discover the potential in this classic Chicago brick home offering 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (second bath is roughed in), ready for your vision and personal touches. Hardwood floors, generously sized living spaces, and timeless character provide a solid foundation for homeowners and investors alike. The inviting living room features a beautiful fireplace, while the spacious eat-in kitchen offers abundant cabinetry and room to create your dream gathering space. The finished attic provides a versatile fourth bedroom, home office, or flex space to fit your needs. The full unfinished basement offers endless possibilities for additional living space, storage, or a future recreation area and already includes a roughed-in second bathroom. Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard that's perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, public transportation, and major expressways, this home offers incredible value and opportunity. Property is being sold AS-IS. Don't miss your chance to bring your ideas and make this home your own!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8504 S Prairie Ave
General
- Price: $169,900
- Taxes: $3,596 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12709640
- Updated: 7/19/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Chatham
- County: Cook
- Township: South Chicago
- Driving Directions: South on Prairie, Right on East 87th St, Left onto Prairie, Property 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.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,728
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1949
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 6075
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1949
- Tax Amount: $3,596.19
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20343150280000
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Schools
Schools serving 8504 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 | 0.2 mi |
Harlan Community Academy High School 9652 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628 | 9-12 | 1.5 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 8504 S Prairie Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/19/2026
Listed
$169,900
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 8504 S Prairie Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,220
—
$17,900
-10%
2023
$4,220
3%
$20,000
—
2022
$4,114
2%
$20,000
—
2021
$4,022
25%
$20,000
39%
2020
$3,205
1%
$14,387
-9%
2019
$3,176
2%
$15,810
—
2018
$3,123
-19%
$15,810
-11%
2017
$3,833
7%
$17,806
—
2016
$3,566
9%
$17,806
—
2015
$3,263
4%
$17,806
6%
2014
$3,129
2%
$16,864
—
2013
$3,067
1%
$16,864
—
2012
$3,026
—
$16,864
—
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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8504 S Prairie Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 (MLS# 12709640) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8504 S Prairie Avenue is currently listed for $169,900 and was received on July 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 8504 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.
