
8231 S Coles Ave Chicago, IL 60617
South Chicago NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,639/month
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- 3-minute walk to 83Rd Street Station
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Recreation Room
- Porch
- 2-minute walk to Russell Square Park
About This Home
This versatile South Chicago 2-unit offers generous living space and untapped potential across all levels. Each unit features 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, a large living room, and a spacious eat-in kitchen, providing a comfortable layout for residents or tenants. A finished attic offers additional space ideal for a home office, guest room, or creative studio, while the unfinished basement with new drain tile system and sump pump sets the stage for additional expansion or storage. Outside, enjoy an expansive yard perfect for entertaining or gardening, plus a covered front porch that adds charm and curb appeal. Separate utilities make this property especially attractive for investors or live-in owners looking for income-generating potential. Ideally located just steps from Lake Shore Drive, Rainbow Beach, South Shore Cultural Center, Russell Square Park, and Jackson Park, this property offers the best of South Side living with easy access to nature, recreation, and transit.
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,321
Year Built
- Built in 1913
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 127x25
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Recreation Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Off Alley Parking
Utilities
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Porch
- Property is near a park
Community Details
- 2 Units
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
04/15/2025 04/15/25 | For Sale | $259,000 | +146.7% | -- |
06/05/2024 06/05/24 | Sold | $105,000 | -7.0% | -- |
05/15/2024 05/15/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/29/2024 04/29/24 | For Sale | $112,900 | 0.0% | -- |
03/18/2024 03/18/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/02/2024 03/02/24 | Price Changed | $112,900 | -1.8% | -- |
02/12/2024 02/12/24 | Price Changed | $115,000 | -4.2% | -- |
02/06/2024 02/06/24 | Price Changed | $120,000 | -3.9% | -- |
01/11/2024 01/11/24 | Price Changed | $124,900 | -3.8% | -- |
12/19/2023 12/19/23 | Price Changed | $129,900 | -3.7% | -- |
12/11/2023 12/11/23 | For Sale | $134,900 | -- | -- |
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