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$199,000
Monthly Est:$990
5 Beds
2 Baths1 full bath + 1 half bath
1,800sqft
7541 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
$199,000
$990/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
$-- HOA
-- sqft lot
$111/sq.ft
Description
Discovered this 5-bedroom bungalow on a tranquil, tree-canopied stretch of Chicago's historic South Shore. Step through the sun-drenched enclosed porch- could become your favorite spot for morning coffee or twilight relaxation-Interior defined by formal living and dining rooms. This flexible footprint offers a canvas for growing families, dedicated remote workspaces, or entertaining. _Location is everything, and this home is situated just minutes from Lake Shore Drive and public transit, you remain perfectly connected, yet the true allure is the proximity to the city's most exciting developments. You're less than 10 minutes from the transformative Obama Presidential Center and the iconic Museum Campus, placing world-class culture, sprawling green spaces, and vibrant community energy directly at your doorstep. Whether you envision a peaceful personal retreat or a prime investment in one of Chicago's fastest-rising cultural hubs, this bungalow is ready to write its next chapter with you. Seize this opportunity in the heart of the South Shore renaissance.
- Houzeo last checked: 2 hours ago
- Listing updated: September 3, 2026 at 9:10 pm
- Listing Provided by: Edward White (312) 998-7444 | Infiniti Properties, Inc. (708) 206-3000
- Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12693470
Property Details
Status
Active Under Contract
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1924
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
1,800 sqft
Lot Size
-- sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
MRED MLS
MLS Number
12693470
MLS Status
Contingent
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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2
Sitting Room
Level: Second
Area: 80.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8X10
Screened Porch
Level: Main
Area: 120.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 5
Level: Second
Area: 80.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8X10
Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Area: 120.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Area: 108.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 9X12
Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Area: 80.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 8X10
Dining Room
Level: Main
Area: 270.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 15X18
Family Room
Level: Second
Area: 396.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 18X22
Kitchen
Level: Main
Area: 168.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X14
Living Room
Level: Main
Area: 300.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 15X20
Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Area: 168.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14X12
Interior
Sewer
Public Sewer
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Heating
Natural Gas
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1924
Home type
Single Family Residence
Construction Materials
Brick
Utilities & Energy
Water Source
Lake Michigan
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Parking Features
Yes, Detached, Garage
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
09/03/2026 Source: #MRD12693470 | Contingent (Active Under Contract) | $199,000 +5.29% $111/sqft |
08/14/2026 Source: | Price Decreased | $189,000 -5.03% $105/sqft |
08/14/2026 Source: | Price Decreased | $199,000 -11.52% $111/sqft |
07/10/2026 Source: | Price Decreased | $224,900 -9.68% $125/sqft |
07/02/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $249,000 $138/sqft |
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