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Detached Single · Chicago, IL
$58,000
3 beds · 1 baths · 1,452 sqft
7909 S Essex Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60617
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What’s special

Selling the family home of more than 60 years was not an easy decision, but after the fire, the scale of the interior rebuild moved beyond what I could take on alone. The condition of the home now creates an opportunity for a new phase, aligned with the needs of an area preparing for a medical center being built close by. The home sits in an area experiencing substantial longterm investment, positioned close to major regional destinations. It is close to the Trinity Advocate redevelopment and within reach of the newly opened Obama Presidential Center. The location also provides access to the lakefront and multiple transportation routes, contributing to a steadily improving development environment. The surrounding neighborhood includes major medical facilities and institutional anchors that support steady demand for both shortterm and extendedstay housing. Ongoing public and private investment reinforces longterm value potential and expands the range of future redevelopment paths available to this property. The exterior maintains its original footprint and presence on the block. The building's envelope remains in place, and the lot coverage is fully preserved. The roof includes an open area. The structure provides a stable and reliable base for redevelopment. The foundation and framing remain solid, creating a strong platform for a future build. The building stands as a durable shell suitable for a full reconstruction project. The interior is firedamaged and requires a complete rebuild. All interior areas have experienced extensive damage and will need full reconstruction. The property is presented as a full interior redevelopment opportunity. Interior photos are available upon request. Embrace the chance to make this house your very own.
— the listing agent’s description

The home

3 beds
1 baths
1,452 sqft
Built in 1908
0.05-acre lot
Detached Single

What it’ll cost

$40 / sqft
$1,511 taxes / yr
No HOA
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Estimated monthly payment

$451/mo
Principal & interest$308
Property taxes$126
Homeowners insurance$17
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Price history
Listed for sale
Jun 17, 2026
$58,000
Property taxes
2025
Annual tax bill (MLS)
$1,511/yr
Assessed value
2025
County assessor
$7,500~$75,000 mkt
2024
$7,500~$75,000 mkt
2023
$3,878~$38,780 mkt
2022
$3,878~$38,780 mkt
2021
$3,878~$38,780 mkt
2020
$7,513~$75,130 mkt
2019
$11,304~$113,040 mkt
2018
$12,507~$125,070 mkt
Assessed value from the Cook County Assessor (open records). Estimated market ≈ assessed × 10 for residential; not an appraisal — verify with the assessor.

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Listed by Jeffrey Sklar · Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC
Listing last updated Jun 18, 2026 · data refreshed from the MLS Jun 18, 2026, 8:38 AM CT
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of Jun 18, 2026, 8:38 AM CT. Listing data © MRED LLC, distributed by MLS GRID — deemed reliable but not guaranteed; independently verify. Anything shown below this point is not MLS listing data.
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