7909 S Essex Avenue, Chicago IL 60617
Property Description
Selling the family home of more than 60 years was not an easy decision, but after the fire, the scale of the interior rebuild moved beyond what I could take on alone. The condition of the home now creates an opportunity for a new phase, aligned with the needs of an area preparing for a medical center being built close by. The home sits in an area experiencing substantial longterm investment, positioned close to major regional destinations. It is close to the Trinity Advocate redevelopment and within reach of the newly opened Obama Presidential Center. The location also provides access to the lakefront and multiple transportation routes, contributing to a steadily improving development environment. The surrounding neighborhood includes major medical facilities and institutional anchors that support steady demand for both shortterm and extendedstay housing. Ongoing public and private investment reinforces longterm value potential and expands the range of future redevelopment paths available to this property. The exterior maintains its original footprint and presence on the block. The building's envelope remains in place, and the lot coverage is fully preserved. The roof includes an open area. The structure provides a stable and reliable base for redevelopment. The foundation and framing remain solid, creating a strong platform for a future build. The building stands as a durable shell suitable for a full reconstruction project. The interior is firedamaged and requires a complete rebuild. All interior areas have experienced extensive damage and will need full reconstruction. The property is presented as a full interior redevelopment opportunity. Interior photos are available upon request. Embrace the chance to make this house your very own.
Features & Information
Key Details
- List Price $58,000
- Property Taxes $1,511
- Square Feet 0
- Year Built 1908
- Status Active
- Market Time 15
Rooms
- Total Rooms 5
- Number of Bedrooms 3
- Number of Bathrooms 1
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Primary Bedroom
- Room Size 15X10
- Floor Level Second
- Primary Bathroom Full
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Bedroom 2
- Room Size 10X10
- Floor Level Main
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Bedroom 3
- Room Size 10X10
- Floor Level Second
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Living Room
- Room Size 10X20
- Floor Level Main
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Kitchen
- Room Size 10X10
- Floor Level Main
Additional Rooms
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Laundry
- Room Size 5X5
- Floor Level Main
Interior Features
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Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type Steam
- Air Conditioning None
Exterior Features
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Building Information
- Age of Building 100+ Years
- Recent Rehab No
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Parking
- # of Cars 0
Location
- County Cook
- Township Hyde Park
- Corporate Limits Chicago
- Directions to Property Drive North On South Commercial Ave. Left To East 79th St. Left To South Kingston Ave. Turn Right. Property Is On The Right.
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Schools
- Elementary School District 299
- Junior High District 299
- High School District: 299
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Property Taxes
- Tax 1511
- Tax Year 2024
- Parcel Identification Number 21311020350000
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Lot Information
- Lot Size Less Than .25 Acre
Listed by Jeffrey Sklar for Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC | Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 7/31/2026 10:02 PM. 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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In a community that once buzzed with the heavy production of US Steel (one of the country's major steel manufacturers), South Chicago is a neighborhood rich in history centered about industry and organized labor. Today, these former industrial areas near Lake Michigan are some of the last few fleeting frontiers for development in the city. Acres of land along South Chicago's lakefront have not yet been built up — begging the interest of commercial and residential developers who continue to push south in search of prime real estate property. The neighborhood is bordered to the west by the Chicago Skyway, providing the region with good transportation. Both public schools and private academies dot the area, affording families their choice of scholastic options.
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