Rafay Qamar
Real Broker LLC
(833) 359-9113
1,071 Total Sales
4 in South Chicago
$45K - $270K Price Range
8214 S Paxton Ave Chicago, IL 60617
South Chicago NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $347,350
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,401
Sq Ft
$248/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Mud Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Sitting Room
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of January 2026What a dream! SELLER WILL CREDIT UP TO 2 PTS TOWARDS BUYDOWN RATE!!! This uniquely designed oversized South Chicago Bungalow displays a pride of ownership from the curbside on this quiet well-maintained block. Within this spectacular 3,000 sq' brick home, you'll find 5 generous-sized Bedrooms, 3 full Baths (1 on each floor), a formal Dining Room, an island in the Kitchen for add'l seating and countertop space as well as a new SS appliance package, a traditional Pantry, a heated Mud Room, Family Room w/ a fireplace & wet bar, a 2-car garage and much more. Upon entering, you'll be dazzled by the beautiful hardwood floors highlighted by the natural light shining thru the windows. They lead to the open Dining Room/Kitchen areas. The spacious Living Room is a great place for your guests to relax. Also, three (3) roomy bedrms are located on the 1st flr (pls note that one bedrm has been converted to a virtual closet). Upstairs, enjoy your MB ensuite in total privacy. Downstairs, you have plenty of space to set the mood w/ your fireplace for you/your guests to enjoy yourselves as you unwind/watch TV/play games, etc. The backyard provides an add'l area to hang out on those warmer days. Upgrades include new energy efficient windows, new HVAC system, a new electrical system, new plumbing and water heater, energy-efficient lighting fixtures, an entirely new Kitchen incl new cabinets/quartz countertops. Just mins from the lakefront, Hyde Park, the Loop, Obama Library, UofC, hospital, shopping, dining, pub schools, places of worship. This is the perfect home to enjoy Memorial Day! Reach out today for your private showing!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Century 21 IMPACT License #471017322 Listed on: 10/16/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,676
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- No Garage
- Parking Available
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,401 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Electric Fireplace
- Mud Room
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Sitting Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walk-Up Access
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 16, 2025
Closed on
Jan 8, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rosemary Murphy
Century 21 IMPACT
Buyer's Agent
Tashara Mckissack
Kale Realty
List Price
$359,900
Sold Price
$354,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-1.39%
Views
153
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$7,550
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.77%
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Outstanding Balance
$6,329
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$341,021
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 17, 2024
Closed on
Jul 18, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Beverly Johnson
Vylla Home
Buyer's Agent
Rosemary Murphy
Century 21 IMPACT
List Price
$119,000
Sold Price
$113,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,500
-4.62%
Views
66
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
121.94%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 10, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$127,500
Interest Rate
3.38%
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $355,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| $113,500 | First American Title | ||
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $7,500 | ||
| Open | $348,471 | ||
| Previous Owner | $127,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $127,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/09/2026 01/09/26 | Sold | $354,900 | 0.0% | $253 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/30/2025 11/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/05/2025 11/05/25 | Price Changed | $354,900 | -1.4% | $253 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/16/2025 10/16/25 | For Sale | $359,900 | +217.1% | $257 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/05/2024 08/05/24 | Sold | $113,500 | -4.6% | $81 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/11/2024 07/11/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/17/2024 06/17/24 | For Sale | $119,000 | -- | $85 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,676 | $12,101 | $2,813 | $9,288 |
| 2024 | $2,676 | $12,101 | $2,813 | $9,288 |
| 2023 | $2,587 | $16,001 | $4,688 | $11,313 |
| 2022 | $2,587 | $16,001 | $4,688 | $11,313 |
| 2021 | $2,548 | $15,999 | $4,687 | $11,312 |
| 2020 | $1,936 | $11,794 | $3,375 | $8,419 |
| 2019 | $1,944 | $13,105 | $3,375 | $9,730 |
| 2018 | $1,910 | $13,105 | $3,375 | $9,730 |
| 2017 | $2,446 | $14,739 | $3,000 | $11,739 |
| 2016 | $2,452 | $14,739 | $3,000 | $11,739 |
| 2015 | $2,220 | $14,739 | $3,000 | $11,739 |
| 2014 | $2,131 | $14,054 | $2,625 | $11,429 |
| 2013 | $2,078 | $14,054 | $2,625 | $11,429 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Rosemary Murphy
R
Seller's Agent in 2026
Rosemary Murphy
Century 21 IMPACT
(773) 619-3027
4 in this area
75 Total Sales
-
Tashara Mckissack
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Tashara Mckissack
Kale Realty
(708) 835-6200
1 in this area
16 Total Sales
-
Beverly Johnson
Seller's Agent in 2024
Beverly Johnson
Vylla Home
(773) 732-8233
2 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12497391
APN: 20-36-227-022-0000
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