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Property Description
Discover the opportunity to own this classic all-brick Chicago-style bungalow located in the heart of Riverdale. This charming home offers three bedrooms and one full bath and is filled with potential for buyers looking to make a space their own. The first floor features original hardwood floors throughout the main living areas, adding warmth and character to the home. A full unfinished basement measuring approximately 24' x 47' provides exceptional space for storage, future finishing, or creative expansion. Whether you are a homeowner looking to build equity with your own updates or an investor seeking to add a solid property to a rental portfolio, this home presents a compelling opportunity. The property is being sold as part of an estate sale and conveyed in AS-IS condition. The seller will make no repairs or offer credits, and buyers are encouraged to conduct all inspections and due diligence prior to submitting an offer.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 13840 S School St
General
- Price: $80,000
- Taxes: $4,607 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12593928
- Updated: 3/16/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Riverdale
- County: Cook
- Township: Thornton
- Driving Directions: South Claire BLVD, make a right turn onto S Ashland Ave, turn LEFT onto W 138th St, Then a Right turn onto S School St to the house
School Information
- School District: 148
- Elem School District: 148
- Midd School District: 148
- High School District: 205
- Elementary School: Riverdale School
- Middle School: Roosevelt Junior High School
- High School: Thornton Township High School
- Private School: Thornton Township High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Model: Bunglow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,169
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1955
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: Bunglow
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 4375
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1955
- Tax Amount: $4,607.38
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Probate Listing
- Property ID: 29041020330000
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Schools
Schools serving 13840 S School St
School Districts:Dolton School District 148, Thornton Township High School District 205
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Washington Elementary School, Riverdale, IL 13900 South School Street, Riverdale, IL 60827 | K-6 | 0.1 mi |
Washington Junior High School, Riverdale, IL 13900 South School Street, Riverdale, IL 60827 | 7-8 | 0.1 mi |
Thornton Township High School 15001 Broadway Avenue, Harvey, IL 60426 | 9-12 | 2 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 13840 S School St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/16/2026
Listed
$80,000
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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 13840 S School St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,226
494%
$8,799
112%
2022
$711
-9%
$4,158
—
2021
$780
-18%
$4,158
—
2020
$947
-68%
$4,158
-37%
2019
$2,965
5%
$6,574
—
2018
$2,833
3%
$6,574
—
2017
$2,758
-22%
$6,574
-5%
2016
$3,544
-35%
$6,894
—
2015
$5,431
819%
$6,894
—
2014
$591
5%
$6,894
-9%
2013
$561
11%
$7,599
—
2012
$507
—
$7,599
—
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 13840 S School St
13840 S School Street, Riverdale, IL 60827 (MLS# 12593928) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 13840 S School Street is currently listed for $80,000 and was received on March 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 13840 S School Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Riverdale? You can browse all Riverdale real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

