7545 South Merrill, Chicago IL 60649
Property Description
Classic Chicago Bungalow with Endless Potential! Attention savvy investors, rehabbers and 203k buyers-this is your chance to bring new life to a solid South Shore classic! This charming bungalow offers great bones and plenty of character, featuring a permitted dormered second floor and a roof just 13 years old. While the home is in need of updates, it's not a total gut, making it an ideal project for those looking to renovate with vision and value in mind. Like units in this neighborhood sell upwards of 400k remodeled. Sold strictly as-is, where-is, with buyer responsible for clean out. This is an excellent opportunity to invest in a well-built home with plenty of upside in a desirable neighborhood. Don't miss out-bring your ideas and make this gem shine again!
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $180,000
- Property Taxes $2,686
- Square Feet 2200
- Price/ Sq. Ft. $81.82
- Year Built 1920
- Parking Type Garage
- Status New
Rooms
- Total Rooms 6
- Basement F
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Master Bedroom
- Master Bath N
- Room Size 18X13
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 10X9
- Floor Level 2nd Level
- Flooring Vinyl
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 15X10
- Floor Level Main Level
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Living Room
- Room Size 14X18
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Dining Room
- Room Size 10X12
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Hardwood
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Kitchen
- Room Size 10X11
- Floor Level Main Level
- Flooring Ceramic Tile
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Basement
- Basement Description Unfinished
- Bathroom(s) in Basement N
Additional Rooms
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Additional Room 1
- Additional Room 1 Name Mud
- Additional Room Size 4X10
- Additional Room Level Main Level
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Additional Room 2
- Additional Room 2 Name Deck
- Additional Room Size 9X7
- Additional Room Level Main Level
Interior Features
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Hot Water/Steam
- Air Conditioning None
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Exterior Construction Brick
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Parking
- Parking Garage
- # of Cars 2
Location
- County Cook
- Township Hyde Park
- Corporate Limits Chicago
- Directions to Property 76th Street East/ West To Merrill, North To Address0
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Schools
- Elementary School District 299
- Junior High District 299
- High School District: 299
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Property Taxes
- Tax 2686
- Tax Year 2023
- Parcel Identification Number 20254030130000
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Lot Information
- Dimensions 28X125
Utilities
- Sewer Sewer-Publ
Listed by Timothy Miller for EXIT Strategy Realty | Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 5/9/2025 8:32 AM. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.

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