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Property Description
Multiple offer received, highest and best on all terms due Sunday 8pm (6/7/26). Rare opportunity to own and bring your design vision to life at 8631 E. Prairie Road. Lovingly maintained by its original owner since 1954, this solidly built brick and sided ranch is full of mid-century character and awaits its next chapter. Featuring four bedrooms, one bathroom, and generously sized living, family and dining rooms, the home offers a flexible floor plan and exceptional space to reimagine for today's lifestyle. Situated on a desirable block with a double PIN lot, the property presents outstanding potential for renovation, expansion, or customization. Outside, you'll find mature landscaping, a concrete pathway along the north side of the home providing convenient access to the backyard, and a beautifully landscaped rear yard featuring an oversized patio-perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying the outdoors. While there is no garage, the property includes a dedicated driveway with off-street parking as well, property on crawl space. Major improvements have already been completed, providing peace of mind for the next owner, including Roof (2024), Siding (2024), Sewer Cleanout (2023), Water Heater (2026), and Furnace (2019). Whether you're looking to restore its vintage charm, update and modernize, or create something entirely your own, this is the type of opportunity that rarely comes to market. Solid construction, a fantastic location, a large lot, and significant mechanical updates combine to create tremendous value and endless possibilities. Estate Sale, property conveying As Is. Bring your creativity, vision, and decorating ideas-8631 E. Prairie Road is ready for its next chapter.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 8631 E Prairie Rd
General
- Price: $309,000
- Taxes: $7,235 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12668864
- Updated: 6/6/2026
- Added to Site: 23 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Crawl Spac
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway, Yes, Owned
Location
- Area: Skokie
- County: Cook
- Township: Niles
- Driving Directions: Dempster East to E. Prairie, South to 8631.
School Information
- School District: 65
- Elem School District: 65
- Midd School District: 65
- High School District: 202
- Elementary School: Walker Elementary School
- Middle School: Chute Middle School
- High School: Evanston Twp High School
- Private School: Evanston Twp High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Model: Ranch
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,779
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1953
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: Ranch
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1953
- Tax Amount: $7,235.22
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 10231140150000
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Schools
Schools serving 8631 E Prairie Rd
School Districts:Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Township High School District 202
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Walker Elementary School, Evanston, IL 3601 Church Street, Evanston, IL 60203 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Chute Middle School 1400 Oakton Street, Evanston, IL 60202 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Evanston Twp High School 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 8631 E Prairie Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/04/2026
Listed
$309,000
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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 8631 E Prairie Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$3,483
—
$22,000
25%
2023
$3,483
5%
$17,626
—
2022
$3,322
28%
$17,626
36%
2021
$2,595
—
$12,946
—
2020
$2,607
—
$12,946
-10%
2019
$2,605
-10%
$14,385
4%
2018
$2,895
2%
$13,790
—
2017
$2,843
-3%
$13,790
—
2016
$2,919
18%
$13,790
19%
2015
$2,478
1%
$11,607
—
2014
$2,463
2%
$11,607
—
2013
$2,422
-10%
$11,607
-8%
2012
$2,678
—
$12,603
—
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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8631 E Prairie Road, Skokie, IL 60076 (MLS# 12668864) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 8631 E Prairie Road is currently listed for $309,000 and was received on June 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 8631 E Prairie Road? 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.

