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Property Description
Welcome to 8534 S Vernon Avenue, a classic Chicago Georgian offering timeless character, generous living space, and outstanding potential! This beautiful 3-bedroom home features a traditional layout with a spacious living room, separate formal dining room, kitchen, and a charming rear sunroom that provides additional flexible space and overlooks the backyard. All three bedrooms are located on the second level along with the full bath, while the basement offers even more possibilities for storage, recreation, a home office, or future finished living space. Whether you're an investor searching for your next value-add opportunity or a buyer ready to create a home of your own, this property provides a solid foundation with plenty of room to enhance, update, and build equity. The classic Georgian architecture, functional floor plan, basement, and additional sunroom make this a property with tremendous potential. Bring your vision and transform this already beautiful home into something truly special. A great opportunity for investors, rehabbers, or owner-occupants looking for space, character, and long-term value on Chicago's South Side!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8534 S Vernon Ave
General
- Price: $115,000
- Taxes: $2,688 (2025)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12745171
- Updated: 9/18/2026
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Appliances: Double Oven, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Chatham
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: East or west on 87th st north on Vernon to the address
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, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,475
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1948
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 5040
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1948
- Tax Amount: $2,688.47
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20344060320000
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Schools
Schools serving 8534 S Vernon Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dixon Elementary School, Chicago, IL 8306 South Saint Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 | 7-8 | 0.3 mi |
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C 650 East 85th Street, Chicago, IL 60619 | K-6 | 0.3 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 8534 S Vernon Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/31/2026
Listed
$115,000
—
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 8534 S Vernon Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,906
—
$12,900
-14%
2023
$1,906
5%
$15,000
—
2022
$1,819
—
$15,000
—
2021
$1,811
-44%
$15,000
3%
2020
$3,235
—
$14,523
-10%
2019
$3,242
2%
$16,137
—
2018
$3,188
92%
$16,137
17%
2017
$1,664
-40%
$13,805
—
2016
$2,765
9%
$13,805
—
2015
$2,530
14%
$13,805
15%
2014
$2,226
-10%
$11,995
-12%
2013
$2,468
1%
$13,569
—
2012
$2,435
—
$13,569
—
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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8534 S Vernon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 (MLS# 12745171) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 8534 S Vernon Avenue is currently listed for $115,000 and was received on August 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 8534 S Vernon 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.

