8801 S Merrill Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 - Photo 1

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$385,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,692 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

This beautifully rehabbed 4-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch offers the perfect blend of modern updates and classic charm. Situated on a desirable corner lot, the home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout and striking accent walls in the spacious living room. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream-complete with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and an adjacent eating area ideal for casual dining. Enjoy versatile living with a main-floor family room and a second-floor office that opens to a private balcony-perfect for working from home or enjoying your morning coffee. The fully finished basement expands your living space with a large rec room, full bathroom, fourth bedroom, and a separate laundry room. Additional highlights include an attached 2-car garage and updated systems throughout. Move-in ready with nothing to do but unpack!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 8801 S Merrill Ave

General

Sold For: $385,000
Taxes: $3,172 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12423434
Added to Site: 209 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Electric
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1

Exterior

Exterior Features: Balcony, Roof Deck

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Side Driveway, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

Area: CHI - Calumet Heights
County: Cook
Driving Directions: 87th St to Merrill, south to property

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: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch
Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Finished, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 1,692
Sq. Ft. Source: Taped
Year Built: 1956
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2025

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 30 x 123

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1956
Tax Amount: $3,172.3
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 25012110010000

Listed by Avenue 1 Realty Group
Sold by EXIT Strategy Realty

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Schools

Schools serving 8801 S Merrill Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299

Name	Grades	Distance
Hoyne Elementary School 8905 South Crandon Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617	K-3	0.3 mi
Warren Elementary School, Chicago, IL 9239 South Jeffery Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60617	PK-3	0.6 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 8801 S Merrill Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/25/2025

Sold

$385,000

1.85%

MLS

7/17/2025

Listed

$378,000

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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.

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8801 S Merrill Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 (MLS# 12423434) is a Single Family property that was sold at $385,000 on August 25, 2025. Want to learn more about 8801 S Merrill Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Calumet Heights? You can browse all Calumet Heights real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

8801 S Merrill Ave Chicago, IL 60617