7917 S Ellis Ave

Chicago, IL 60619

$279,900
Price
5
Beds
1,795 Sq. Ft.
$156 / Sq. Ft.
1,795
Sq. Ft.
$156
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass
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Description

This is not just a refresh; it's a full, meticulous rehab from top to bottom, delivering modern convenience and style! This building is thoughtfully configured with an ideal layout for both an owner-occupant or a pure investor. Step onto the brand-new vinyl flooring, leading to your living rooms, dining rooms, and elegant kitchens with modern cabinetry, new countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Enjoy the comfort and style of newly renovated bathrooms. Unit 1 (owner's unit) features 3 beds/1bath...This is not just a refresh; it's a full, meticulous rehab from top to bottom, delivering modern convenience and style! This building is thoughtfully configured with an ideal layout for both an owner-occupant or a pure investor. Step onto the brand-new vinyl flooring, leading to your living rooms, dining rooms, and elegant kitchens with modern cabinetry, new countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Enjoy the comfort and style of newly renovated bathrooms. Unit 1 (owner's unit) features 3 beds/1bath and duplexes down to a family room. Unit 2 features 2 beds/1 bath with lots of space, closets and storage areas. Both levels have enclosed porches. The basement/common area has a laundry area all set with washer/dryer hook ups. Enjoy the spacious yard sitting on a wide lot. The property includes a 2-car garage.

Listing Agent

  1. Cirenio Jimenez

    Cirenio Jimenez

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    cj.jimenez@compass.com

    P: (773)-484-3218

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Property Details for 7917 South Ellis Avenue

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, None
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 7917 South Ellis Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12516765
Days on Market24
Taxes$1,688 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1916
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,750 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 7917 South Ellis Avenue

Stories-Year Built1916Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,750 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,524 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,383

Property Taxes

$141

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 7917 South Ellis Avenue

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: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, None
  • Basement Sq Ft: 435
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Kitchen, Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2025
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1795
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 2230
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 2230
  • Main Sq Ft: 815
  • Upper Sq Ft: 980
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 30X125
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 7917
  • East Coordinate: 1000
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 435.0
  • Living Area Source: Plans
  • Assessor Square Footage: 968
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 33
  • 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: 9X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 8X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 8X19
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 16X10
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 11X19
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 18X19
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X13
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 7X13
Kitchen- 2nd Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Kitchen- 2nd
  • Dimensions: 12X9

Property History for 7917 South Ellis Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 12, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12347905

$145,000—
Nov 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12516765

$279,900—
Jun 11, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12347905

$145,000—
Apr 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12347905

$155,000—
Nov 7, 2024

Sold

MRED #12193630

$100,000—
Nov 4, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544980151

$100,000

+7.1% / yr

Oct 23, 2024

Pending

MRED #12193630

—
Oct 23, 2024

Contingent

MRED #12193630

—
Oct 21, 2024

Cancelled

MRED #12144597

$110,000—
Oct 21, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12193630

$95,000—
Aug 23, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12144597

$130,000—
Aug 17, 2009

Sold

MRED #07197046

$35,000—
Jul 20, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #275957107

$35,000

-49.4% / yr

Jun 22, 2009

Pending

MRED #07197046

—
Apr 24, 2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07197046

$54,900—
Apr 22, 2009

Cancelled

MRED #07154740

$54,900—
Mar 5, 2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07154740

$103,900—
Feb 28, 2009

Expired

MRED #07120088

$109,000—
Jan 27, 2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07120088

$121,000—
Jan 21, 2009

Expired

MRED #07057114

$121,900—
Oct 23, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #07057114

$142,900—
Nov 8, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #211838102

$220,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/12/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12347905

$145,000
11/12/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12516765

$279,900
06/11/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12347905

$145,000
04/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12347905

$155,000
11/07/2024

Sold

MRED #12193630

$100,000
11/04/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544980151

$100,000

+7.1% / yr

10/23/2024

Pending

MRED #12193630

—
10/23/2024

Contingent

MRED #12193630

—
10/21/2024

Cancelled

MRED #12144597

$110,000
10/21/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12193630

$95,000
08/23/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12144597

$130,000
08/17/2009

Sold

MRED #07197046

$35,000
07/20/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #275957107

$35,000

-49.4% / yr

06/22/2009

Pending

MRED #07197046

—
04/24/2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07197046

$54,900
04/22/2009

Cancelled

MRED #07154740

$54,900
03/05/2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07154740

$103,900
02/28/2009

Expired

MRED #07120088

$109,000
01/27/2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07120088

$121,000
01/21/2009

Expired

MRED #07057114

$121,900
10/23/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #07057114

$142,900
11/08/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #211838102

$220,000

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

Public Records for 7917 South Ellis Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$4,687Additions$3,312Total$7,999
Tax Record2023$1,688 ($141 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt968 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt968 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,750 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1918CountyCOOKAPN20-35-104-003

Schools near 7917 South Ellis Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Avalon Park Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Hirsch Metropolitan High School
Public - 9 to 12
CICS Avalon
Charter - K to 8
Gary Comer College Prep
Charter - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Avalon Park Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Hirsch Metropolitan High School
Public9 to 12

CICS Avalon
CharterK to 8

Gary Comer College Prep
Charter6 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 7917 South Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619

7917 South Ellis Avenue is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60619. This property was listed for sale on November 12, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $279,900. It has been on the market for a total of 24 days and was last sold on November 7, 2024. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Avalon Park Elementary School, Hirsch Metropolitan High School and CICS Avalon. 7917 South Ellis Avenue is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 1,795 sqft single family home built in 1916.

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