6052 S Rhodes Ave

Chicago, IL 60637

$145,000
Price
10,375 / 0.24
Lot Size / Acres
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Description

Three Residential Units may be possible with this zoning! Prime Development Opportunity in rapidly redeveloping Woodlawn at 6052 South Rhodes. Exceptional opportunity to acquire a large corner lot (approx. 10,418 sq. ft.), with 125 Feet of Frontage on 61st Street and 83 Feet on Rhodes, just steps from 383-acre Washington Park, and less than half a mile from the University of Chicago. With a Minimum Lot Area/Per Unit of 2,500 sq. ft. and current B2-1 zoning, the site is ideally suited for development....Three Residential Units may be possible with this zoning! Prime Development Opportunity in rapidly redeveloping Woodlawn at 6052 South Rhodes. Exceptional opportunity to acquire a large corner lot (approx. 10,418 sq. ft.), with 125 Feet of Frontage on 61st Street and 83 Feet on Rhodes, just steps from 383-acre Washington Park, and less than half a mile from the University of Chicago. With a Minimum Lot Area/Per Unit of 2,500 sq. ft. and current B2-1 zoning, the site is ideally suited for development. Per the City of Chicago Zoning Code: "17-3-0103-B The B2 district permits residential dwelling units on or above the ground floor." This zoning flexibility makes the property especially attractive for development. The seller is also offering a second large corner at this intersection (MLS #12454210), representing a rare chance to acquire two prime large corner development parcels in one of Chicago's most dynamic growth corridors. Highlights & Neighborhood Advantages: Excellent proximity to the University of Chicago South Campus and to the Obama Presidential Center. Unmatched CTA Green Line connectivity, offering direct access to IIT, the Loop, Fulton Market, United Center, and beyond. Strong market demand for housing near train-accessible sites. Surrounded by successful recent redevelopments, including the Jewel-Osco at 61st & Cottage Grove. Walkable to the University of Chicago campus, Logan Center, UChicago Medicine, Midway Plaisance, and two nearby Green Line stations. Just one mile from the Lakefront. With Woodlawn's revitalization well underway, this property offers tremendous potential for developers and community builders alike. Bring your vision and be part of Woodlawn's future.
  1. Listed by Wayne Beals • Exit Strategy Realty / EMA Management
    P: (312)-772-3257 wayne@bealsproperties.com;wayne@bealsproperties.com

Property Details for 6052 South Rhodes Avenue

Area
CHI - Woodlawn
Township
Hyde Park
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
LISTING UPDATED: 02/05/2026 11:13 PM

Property Details for 6052 South Rhodes Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12454285
Days on Market199
Taxes$2,757 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand
Year Built-
Lot Size0.24 AC
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 6052 South Rhodes Avenue

Lot Size0.24 AC

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Principal and Interest

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Property Taxes

$230

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Property Information for 6052 South Rhodes Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Off Alley
Location and General Information
  • Frontage Length: 83
  • Frontage Type: City Street
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Num of Baths: 0.0
Exterior Features
  • Backup Package: No
Utilities / Equipment
  • Water: Municipal Water
  • Utilities: Electricity Nearby, Natural Gas Nearby, Water Nearby, Cable Available
Property/Lot Information
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 83x125
  • Approx Land Sq Footage: 10418
  • Buildings on Land: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 6100
  • East Coordinate: 520
  • West Coordinate: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 6
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Miscellaneous
  • Land Amenities: Curbs and Gutters,Sidewalks
  • Road Surface: Asphalt
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No

Property History for 6052 South Rhodes Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12454285

$145,000—
Dec 30, 2016

Cancelled

MRED #08629995

$125,000—
May 30, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08629995

$125,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12454285

$145,000
12/30/2016

Cancelled

MRED #08629995

$125,000
05/30/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08629995

$125,000

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Public Records for 6052 South Rhodes Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$13,022Additions-Total$13,022
Tax Record2023$2,757 ($230 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size10,418 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous Vacant LandCountyCOOKAPN20-15-403-033

Schools near 6052 South Rhodes Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Fiske Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Hyde Park Academy High School
Public - 9 to 12
CICS Washington Park
Charter - K to 8
YCCS-Progressive Leadership Acad
Charter - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Fiske Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Hyde Park Academy High School
Public9 to 12

CICS Washington Park
CharterK to 8

YCCS-Progressive Leadership Acad
Charter9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 6052 South Rhodes Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637

6052 South Rhodes Avenue is a 0.24 ac of land for sale in Chicago, IL 60637. This property was listed for sale on August 24, 2025 by Exit Strategy Realty / EMA Management, it's currently listed at $145,000. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Fiske Elementary School, Hyde Park Academy High School and CICS Washington Park. 6052 South Rhodes Avenue is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 0.24 ac of land on a 10,375 sq. ft. / 0.24 acres lot.

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