7948 S Colfax Ave Chicago, IL 60617
South Chicago NeighborhoodEstimated payment $843/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Formal Dining Room
- Living Room
- Wood Flooring
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Laundry Room
About This Home
South Shore Bungalow owned by the same family for over 65 years and lovingly cared for. This 3 bedroom, 1.1 bath home on extra wide lot is situated on quiet one way street. Boiler is 8 years old, hot water tank replaced last year, roof was complete tear off in 2011, and checked every year. Attic has blown insulation. Full unfinished basement and 2 car garage. Home is in need of new kitchen, new windows and also needs cosmetic updating, and is sold AS IS. Waiting for your ideas! Welcome!
Listing Agent
Meliora Real Estate Group LLC License #471018872 Listed on: 11/08/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,582
Year Built
- Built in 1915
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Off Alley Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,216 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,582 | $12,805 | $6,498 | $6,307 |
| 2023 | $1,543 | $7,500 | $5,456 | $2,044 |
| 2022 | $1,543 | $7,500 | $5,456 | $2,044 |
| 2021 | $1,508 | $7,500 | $5,456 | $2,044 |
| 2020 | $2,206 | $9,904 | $5,456 | $4,448 |
| 2019 | $2,211 | $11,005 | $5,456 | $5,549 |
| 2018 | $2,362 | $11,957 | $5,456 | $6,501 |
| 2017 | $2,492 | $11,576 | $4,910 | $6,666 |
| 2016 | $2,319 | $11,576 | $4,910 | $6,666 |
| 2015 | $2,121 | $11,576 | $4,910 | $6,666 |
| 2014 | $1,757 | $9,471 | $3,819 | $5,652 |
| 2013 | $1,723 | $9,471 | $3,819 | $5,652 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/08/2025 11/08/25 | For Sale | $135,000 | -- | $111 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12514004
APN: 21-31-103-044-0000
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