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Property Description
Welcome Home to 8610 S Vernon! This beautifully maintained brick Cape Cod in the heart of Chatham offers the perfect blend of classic charm, modern updates, and room to grow! This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features a finished den, full basement, and a versatile bonus room perfect for a family room, recreation space or home office. Step inside to fresh paint, brand-new carpet and flooring throughout, and new beautiful bathrooms, creating a clean, inviting, move-in-ready feel. Major updates include a furnace replaced approximately 6 years ago, new gutters and downspouts, and new windows-all with lifetime transferrable warranties. The full basement offers even more possibilities, including the potential to add an additional bedroom, subject to applicable permits and requirements. Outside, the backyard features an existing slab ready for a future garage and provides the perfect setting for family gatherings and backyard barbecues. Meticulously cared for and full of opportunity, this home delivers the space, updates, and the flexibility that you have been seeking. Come see why this Chatham gem may be the one you've been waiting for! Sold AS-IS.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8610 S Vernon Ave
General
- Price: $282,000
- Taxes: $2,199 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12738943
- Updated: 9/1/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Separate Dining Room
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Microwave
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Parking Features: Off-Alley
Location
- Area: CHI - Chatham
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: 87th street West to Vernon
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: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,456
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
- Year Built: 1947
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x 168
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1947
- Tax Amount: $2,199.26
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 20344090190000
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Schools
Schools serving 8610 S Vernon Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C 650 East 85th Street, Chicago, IL 60619 | K-6 | 0.3 mi |
Dixon Elementary School, Chicago, IL 8306 South Saint Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 | 7-8 | 0.4 mi |
Harlan Community Academy High School 9652 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 8610 S Vernon Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/01/2026
Listed
$282,000
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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 8610 S Vernon Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,903
—
$14,900
15%
2023
$1,903
4%
$13,000
—
2022
$1,830
1%
$13,000
—
2021
$1,811
-35%
$13,000
-17%
2020
$2,777
—
$15,570
-10%
2019
$2,787
2%
$17,300
—
2018
$2,739
9%
$17,300
16%
2017
$2,517
-16%
$14,973
—
2016
$2,999
9%
$14,973
—
2015
$2,744
8%
$14,973
9%
2014
$2,547
2%
$13,726
—
2013
$2,496
1%
$13,726
—
2012
$2,463
—
$13,726
—
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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8610 S Vernon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 (MLS# 12738943) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8610 S Vernon Avenue is currently listed for $282,000 and was received on September 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 8610 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.

