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Property Description
MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED, HIGHEST AND BEST OFFERS DUE BY SATURDAY OCTOBER 11TH 2:00PM. NO ESCULATION CLAUSES. Charming Move-In Ready Home in Prime Skokie Location. Welcome to this well maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home nestled in the heart of Skokie. Move-in ready and thoughtfully updated, this residence features a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, maple cabinetry and granite countertops-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. New carpet in bedrooms and freshly painted. Enjoy the outdoors in your spacious yard with a cozy patio, ideal for summer gatherings and quiet mornings. The oversized 2.5-car garage plus a covered parking pad offers ample space for vehicles and storage. 30-year architectural roof installed in 2010. Rebuilt chimney in 2020. Copper supply lines thru-out. Updated vinyl insulated windows. Dry basement with sump pump/flood control. Walking distance to the Skokie Swift Yellow Line and minutes away from Hwy 94. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this home combines comfort, convenience, and value in one of Skokie's most desirable neighborhoods. This is an Estate Sale, property being sold "AS IS".
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8605 Laramie Ave
General
- Sold For: $411,000
- Taxes: $7,051 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12486386
- Added to Site: 101 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Carport, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Skokie
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: DEMPSTER TO GROSS POINT RD, SOUTH TO LARAMIE, LEFT ON LARAMIE TO 8605
School Information
- School District: 69
- Midd School District: 69
- Elementary School: Madison Elementary School
- Middle School: Lincoln Junior High School
- High School: Niles West High School
- Private School: Niles West High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,006
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1953
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: RANCH
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 45 x 125
- Fence: Yes
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1953
- Tax Amount: $7,051.26
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 10212120620000
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Schools
Schools serving 8605 Laramie Ave
School Districts:Skokie School District 69, Niles Township Community High School District 219
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Madison Elementary School, Skokie, IL 5100 Madison Street, Skokie, IL 60077 | PK-2 | 0.4 mi |
Thomas Edison Elementary School 8200 Gross Point Road, Morton Grove, IL 60053 | 3-5 | 0.7 mi |
Lincoln Jr High School, Skokie, IL 7839 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL 60077 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Niles West High School 5701 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 8605 Laramie Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/25/2025
Sold
$411,000
5.41%
MLS
10/08/2025
Listed
$389,900
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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.
8605 Laramie Avenue, Skokie, IL 60077 (MLS# 12486386) is a Single Family property that was sold at $411,000 on November 25, 2025. This property was listed by Mick Bess from our McMullen/O'Hare Office.Want to learn more about 8605 Laramie Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Skokie? You can browse all Skokie real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


