8240 South Crandon Avenue

Chicago, IL 60617

$175,000
Price
3
Beds
1
Bath
1
1/2 Bath
2,000 Sq. Ft.
$88 / Sq. Ft.
2,000
Sq. Ft.
$88
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Captivating Brick 2-Story with Massive Equity Upside in South Chicago! This spacious 2-story brick home offers over 2,000 sq. ft. of living space, featuring 3 large bedrooms, 1.5 baths, original hardwood floors, high ceilings, and an open, sun-filled layout centered around a wood-burning fireplace. The spacious eat-in kitchen features dual ovens, a gas stovetop, dishwasher, ample cabinetry, and new tile flooring, with plenty of room to add your personal touches! Upstairs, you'll find generously sized...Captivating Brick 2-Story with Massive Equity Upside in South Chicago! This spacious 2-story brick home offers over 2,000 sq. ft. of living space, featuring 3 large bedrooms, 1.5 baths, original hardwood floors, high ceilings, and an open, sun-filled layout centered around a wood-burning fireplace. The spacious eat-in kitchen features dual ovens, a gas stovetop, dishwasher, ample cabinetry, and new tile flooring, with plenty of room to add your personal touches! Upstairs, you'll find generously sized bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet. Other noteworthy features and recent improvements such as central A/C, forced heat, recently serviced furnace, a newer hot water tank, updated windows throughout, and recent plumbing upgrades provide a solid foundation for future improvements. The unfinished basement, with over 8 ft. of ceiling clearance, offers endless possibilities-whether you're looking to create extra bedrooms, add a second bathroom, or design a custom entertainment space. The basement's generous size and easy access to the main sewer stack make any upgrades both seamless and value-boosting! Outside, the beautifully maintained brickwork is sure to catch the eye of anyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship and attention to detail. The privately fenced backyard is perfect for gatherings or gardening, and the one-car garage completes the property. Based on recent comparable sales of fully renovated homes within a one-mile radius and sold within the last 6 months, the after-repair value (ARV) is estimated at $342,000, making this a prime investment opportunity for the visionaries ready to tap into this properties significant equity upside potential! This property is ideal for owner occupying buyers ready to add their finishing touches or investors eager to maximize their returns and unlock its full potential. Conveniently located near shopping, parks, restaurants, public transit, and major expressways, this home combines great location with long-term value and appreciation. Property sold as-is. Schedule your showing today and seize the opportunity in South Chicago!
  1. Listed by Michael Applegate • Straight-A Realty, LLC
  2. Listed by D'Andre Daye • Straight-A Realty, LLC

Property Details for 8240 South Crandon Avenue

Area
CHI - South Chicago
Township
Hyde Park
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas

Open Houses

Saturday, Nov 23rd

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Public

Sunday, Nov 24th

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 11/20/2024 10:38 PM

Property Details for 8240 South Crandon Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12194873
Days on Market29
Taxes$3,942 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
CountyCook County

Building Information for 8240 South Crandon Avenue

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

Property Information for 8240 South Crandon Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: None/NA
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Replacement Windows
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s),Blinds,Some Wood Windows
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, 8 ft + pour, Concrete (Basement)
  • Basement Sq Ft: 690
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Foyer, Sun Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Cooktop, Oven/Built-In, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Storms/Screens
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 690
  • Lot Description: None
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X125
  • Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 8240
  • East Coordinate: 2254
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 690
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2024-10-24T02:56:07
  • Photos Count: 27
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 10
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 12X9
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21X30
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Deck Dimensions: 6X4
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X8
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X13
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Deck Dimensions: 10X7

Property History for 8240 South Crandon Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8240 South Crandon Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$7,521Additions$14,478Total$21,999
Tax Record2022$3,821 ($318 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,929 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,929 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,017 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952CountyCOOKAPN20-36-229-054Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8240 South Crandon Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 8
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Coles Elementary Language Academy
PublicPK to 8

Great Lakes Academy
CharterK to 8

YCCS-Sullivan House Alt HS
Charter9 to 12

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8240 South Crandon Avenue is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60617. This property was listed for sale on October 23, 2024 by Straight-A Realty, LLC, it's currently listed at $175,000. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Coles Elementary Language Academy, Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School and Great Lakes Academy. 8240 South Crandon Avenue is a 3-bed, 1.5-bath, 2,000 sqft single family home built in 1952.

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