8129 S Cornell Ave

Chicago, IL 60617

$199,000
Price
2
Beds
1,008 Sq. Ft.
$197 / Sq. Ft.
1,008
Sq. Ft.
$197
per Sq. Ft.
front view of house with a yard
a view of a yard in front of a house
a living room with furniture and a large window
a living room with furniture and a fireplace
a living room with furniture and a flat screen tv
a view of a dining room with furniture and chandelier
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a sink refrigerator and cabinets
a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier
a bed room with a bed and a chandelier
a view of a park with large trees
a view of a park
a backyard of a house with table and chairs
a view of backyard with wooden fence and a large tree
a bathroom with a sink and mirror with toilet
a view of a room with gym equipment
a view of a room with gym equipment

Description

Step into this beautiful, move-in-ready brick bungalow that perfectly blends classic Chicago charm with thoughtful updates. The spacious living room is surrounded by windows that fill the home with natural light, creating an inviting space for relaxing or entertaining. Recent improvements include tuckpointing and updated mechanicals, with a newer furnace and water heater installed just a few years ago for peace of mind. Situated on a large lot with an additional side lot, there's plenty of room for...Step into this beautiful, move-in-ready brick bungalow that perfectly blends classic Chicago charm with thoughtful updates. The spacious living room is surrounded by windows that fill the home with natural light, creating an inviting space for relaxing or entertaining. Recent improvements include tuckpointing and updated mechanicals, with a newer furnace and water heater installed just a few years ago for peace of mind. Situated on a large lot with an additional side lot, there's plenty of room for outdoor living and gardening. The home has been well maintained inside and out, offering timeless appeal and solid construction in a convenient South Chicago location close to parks, public transit, shopping, and major expressways. Don't miss your chance to own this classic Chicago bungalow. Schedule your private showing today!

Property Details for 8129 South Cornell Avenue

Area
CHI - Avalon Park
Township
Hyde Park
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Window Unit(s)
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2025 09:47 AM

Property Details for 8129 South Cornell Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12513371
Days on Market38
Taxes$1,052 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,512 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 8129 South Cornell Avenue

Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,512 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,071 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$983

Property Taxes

$88

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 8129 South Cornell 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: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Window Unit(s)
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Storm Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 4512
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 8129
  • East Coordinate: 1634
  • West Coordinate: 0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1008
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-11-07T18:38:49
  • Photos Count: 16
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Other Media
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X07
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 09X07
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X14

Property History for 8129 South Cornell Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12513371

$199,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12513371

$199,000

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

Public Records for 8129 South Cornell Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,640Additions$4,360Total$10,000
Tax Record2023$851 ($71 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,008 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,008 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,512 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925CountyCOOKAPN20-36-112-015Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8129 South Cornell Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
CICS Avalon
Charter - K to 8
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School
Public - 9 to 12
YCCS-Sullivan House Alt HS
Charter - 9 to 12
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
CICS Avalon
CharterK to 8

Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School
Public9 to 12

YCCS-Sullivan House Alt HS
Charter9 to 12

South Shore Intl Col Prep High School
Public9 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 8129 South Cornell Avenue, Chicago, IL 60617

8129 South Cornell Avenue is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60617. This property was listed for sale on November 7, 2025 by Re/Max In The Village, it's currently listed at $199,000. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include CICS Avalon, Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School and YCCS-Sullivan House Alt HS. 8129 South Cornell Avenue is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,008 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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