About This Home

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 8245 S California Avenue in Chicago, IL is listed for $220,000 ($248 per sqft). Built in 1942, the home offers 888 sqft of living space on a 0.12 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1942
  • 0.12 acre lot
  • 2 parking spaces

Property Details

1 story
1 full
2-car garage
1942

Amenities

Hardwood
Listing Description

CHARM, POTENTIAL, AND A LOCATION WORTH A CLOSER LOOK! Welcome home to this adorable brick one story home where opportunity awaits! Situated on a moderately traveled residential block without heavy through traffic, this home offers a cozy layout with 2 main-level bedrooms, a welcoming living room, kitchen, and hardwood floors that add warmth and character.

The lower level provides additional flexibility, including a room currently being used as a bedroom, offering possibilities for a home office, guest space, or other uses. Step outside and discover an ample-sized rear yard with room for gardening, entertaining, or creating your own outdoor retreat, plus a 2-car garage for convenient parking and storage.

Ready for personal touches and updates throughout, this property presents an appealing opportunity for owner-occupants looking to create a home that reflects their style or investors seeking their next project. Located in Chicago's Ashburn community, enjoy access to shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences along 79th Street, 87th Street, Western Avenue, and Kedzie Avenue.

Nearby recreational attractions include Hayes Park, Dan Ryan Woods, and Marquette Park, while CTA transportation, Metra's SouthWest Service, and major thoroughfares provide connections throughout the surrounding area. THE SPACE IS HERE, THE POSSIBILITIES ARE YOURS! Bring your ideas, explore the potential, and schedule your showing before this opportunity passes you by!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,177/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$159
Interest$953
Insurance$64

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

8245 S California Avenue

Chicago, IL 60652

Property Details

Flooring

Hardwood

Construction

Brick

Parking

Garage

Heating

Other (Heating)Baseboard

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 8245 S California Avenue is listed at $220,000 ($248/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,176 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1942, 0.12 acre lot, 2 parking spaces.

This property is listed by Tamika Marks.

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Tamika Marks

Agent at Trademarks & Associates, LLC

Listed by Trademarks & Associates, LLC · Broker phone: (773) 783-9525 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 12794160· Source: Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC· 5 days on PropertySimple

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8245 S California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60652

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