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Property Description
Welcome to Pill Hill! This solid brick Cape Cod offers space and flexibility with 6 generously sized bedrooms - 2 on each level. The main floor features beautifully refinished hardwoods, a comfortable living room and a nicely sized eat-in kitched with classic black and white tile, white cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Off the kitchen is an enclosed backporch for summer sitting. Enjoy additional living space in the walkout basement, complete with full shower bath, family area, a laundry room, and access to the backyard. Outside, you'll appreciate a nice sized yard, with new front and rear gates and a 2 car garage with new roof. Central air will be installed before closing and new concrete walkway has been be poured along the side of the home to the backyard. This is your opportunity to own a nicely updated home in Calumet Heights!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8916 S Merrill Ave
General
- Price: $335,000
- Taxes: $1,948 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12541971
- Updated: 2/25/2026
- Added to Site: 51 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 2
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Calumet Heights
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: E/W on 87th Street to Merrill, South to 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, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,830
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1951
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 100
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1951
- Tax Amount: $1,948.11
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 25012180260000
Listed by Rae Lynn Realty LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 8916 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 | 0.2 mi |
Warren Elementary School, Chicago, IL 9239 South Jeffery Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60617 | PK-3 | 0.4 mi |
Bowen High School 2710 East 89th Street, Chicago, IL 60617 | 9-11 | 0.8 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 8916 S Merrill Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/07/2026
Listed
$335,000
168%
MLS
7/01/2025
Sold
$125,000
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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 8916 S Merrill Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,910
5%
$14,999
—
2022
$1,824
—
$14,999
—
2021
$1,816
17%
$14,999
20%
2020
$1,546
1%
$12,508
-9%
2019
$1,525
68%
$13,746
—
2018
$910
-7%
$13,746
2%
2017
$975
-30%
$13,480
—
2016
$1,388
4%
$13,480
—
2015
$1,334
6%
$13,480
21%
2014
$1,262
4%
$11,186
—
2013
$1,217
-2%
$11,186
—
2012
$1,242
—
$11,186
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 8916 S Merrill Ave
8916 S Merrill Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617 (MLS# 12541971) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 8916 S Merrill Avenue is currently listed for $335,000 and was received on January 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 8916 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.

