736 E 88th St

1,860 Sq. Ft.
$126 / Sq. Ft.
1,860
Sq. Ft.
$126
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this beautifully remodeled brick ranch in the Chatham neighborhood of Chicago, perfect for first-time homebuyers looking for a move-in ready home. This spacious property offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the main level, plus an additional bedroom and full bath in the finished basement, providing flexible living space. The home features a bright open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Major updates include a new roof, new windows,...Welcome to this beautifully remodeled brick ranch in the Chatham neighborhood of Chicago, perfect for first-time homebuyers looking for a move-in ready home. This spacious property offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the main level, plus an additional bedroom and full bath in the finished basement, providing flexible living space. The home features a bright open-concept living room, dining room, and kitchen, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Major updates include a new roof, new windows, new HVAC and A/C, updated plumbing, new water heater, and upgraded electrical, giving buyers peace of mind. Both bathrooms have been fully remodeled with modern tile and finishes. The finished basement includes a large family room, bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry room? perfect for guests, a home office, or extra living space. Outside, enjoy a 2-car garage with a new garage door, new roof, and vinyl siding. A great opportunity to own a remodeled home in Chatham with modern updates, extra space, and classic brick construction. Schedule your showing today!
  1. Listed by Ken Yu • Century 21 IMPACT
    P: (773)-951-4239 sales@ken-yu.info

Property Details for 736 East 88th Street

Area
CHI - Chatham
Township
Hyde Park
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Forced Air
Architectural Style
Ranch
LISTING UPDATED: 02/03/2026 06:34 PM

Property Details for 736 East 88th Street

StatusRe - Activated
MLS #12547684
Days on Market26
Taxes$2,553 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 736 East 88th Street

Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,358 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,145

Property Taxes

$213

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 736 East 88th Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Yes, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Sq Ft: 930
  • Dining Room: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2026
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 930
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1860
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1860
  • Main Sq Ft: 930
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 35X165
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 8800
  • East Coordinate: 736
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 930.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2026-01-15T19:56:28
  • Photos Count: 20
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 23X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 11X23

Property History for 736 East 88th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12547684

$234,900
Jan 26, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12547684

Jan 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12547684

$234,900
Sep 25, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917298179

$75,000

-24.2% / yr

Jul 17, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911357758

$79,099

-0.8% / yr

May 11, 2009

Sold

MRED #06991442

$90,000
May 6, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #270819234

$90,000
Apr 17, 2009

Pending

MRED #06991442

Aug 11, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06991442

$107,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/03/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12547684

$234,900
01/26/2026

Contingent

MRED #12547684

01/15/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12547684

$234,900
09/25/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917298179

$75,000

-24.2% / yr

07/17/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911357758

$79,099

-0.8% / yr

05/11/2009

Sold

MRED #06991442

$90,000
05/06/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #270819234

$90,000
04/17/2009

Pending

MRED #06991442

08/11/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06991442

$107,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 736 East 88th Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,625Additions$10,375Total$16,000
Tax Record2023$2,676 ($223 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt930 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt930 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957CountyCOOKAPN25-03-207-048

Schools near 736 East 88th Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C
PublicPK to 6

Dixon Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Harlan Community Academy High School
Public9 to 12

Jefferson Alt High School
Public6 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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736 East 88th Street is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60619. This property was listed for sale on January 15, 2026 by Century 21 IMPACT, it's currently listed at $234,900. It has been on the market for a total of 26 days and was last sold on September 25, 2025. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Pirie Elementary Fine Arts & Academic C, Dixon Elementary School and Harlan Community Academy High School. 736 East 88th Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,860 sqft single family home built in 1955.

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