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Property Description
Nothing to tear down, ready to build. Vacant lot comes with plans and permit to build 7 residential units from 1350 sq.ft to 2000 sq.ft. and 1 commercial unit with 18ft sidewalk. 12 parking spaces and elevator. No basement level bedrooms! Plans available upon request.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 855 N California Ave
General
- Price: $1,200,000
- Taxes: $7,674 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Lots/Land
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12547535
- Updated: 1/20/2026
- Added to Site: 95 day(s) ago
Location
- Area: CHI - West Town
- County: Cook
- Township: West Chicago
- Driving Directions: California N of Chicago Ave, south/east corner of California and Iowa.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Utilities
- Onsite: Electricity to Site, Natural Gas Available
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,710.45
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 61 x 126.4
- Frontage: City Street
- Frontage Feet: 66
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Zoning: MULTI
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $7,674.1
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16014240010000
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Schools
Schools serving 855 N California Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Chopin Elementary School 2450 West Rice Street, Chicago, IL 60622 | PK-8 | 0.4 mi |
Clemente Community Academy High School 1147 North Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 855 N California Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/14/2026
Listed
$1,200,000
-68.63%
MLS
2/05/2008
Sold
$3,825,000
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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 855 N California Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$7,674
3%
$36,263
—
2022
$7,459
2%
$36,263
—
2021
$7,292
-10%
$36,263
—
2020
$8,078
11%
$36,263
—
2019
$7,286
215%
$36,263
209%
2018
$2,315
10%
$11,721
20%
2017
$2,109
7%
$9,799
—
2016
$1,963
9%
$9,799
—
2015
$1,796
-80%
$9,799
-80%
2014
$8,882
-65%
$47,872
-66%
2013
$25,711
1%
$141,364
—
2012
$25,367
—
$141,364
—
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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855 N California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622 (MLS# 12547535) is a Lots/Land property with a lot size of acres. 855 N California Avenue is currently listed for $1,200,000 and was received on January 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 855 N California Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Lots/Land real estate for sale in West Town? You can browse all West Town real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

