8538 S May St

Chicago, IL 60620

$285,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
2,451 Sq. Ft.
$116 / Sq. Ft.
2,451
Sq. Ft.
$116
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/13/24
Closed 8/13/24
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Description

This beautifully renovated frame bungalow located in the sought after Auburn Gresham community, is your dream home. All 2451 SF underwent a full rehab. This home lives and feels luxurious with 6 bedrooms and a loft space that can be used as an office. These three levels of living space create the perfect mix of openness and privacy. New vinyl floors and beautiful chair rail molding in the living areas. Interior has new doors and trim, beautiful adjustable lighting, and colors. This charm and warmth...This beautifully renovated frame bungalow located in the sought after Auburn Gresham community, is your dream home. All 2451 SF underwent a full rehab. This home lives and feels luxurious with 6 bedrooms and a loft space that can be used as an office. These three levels of living space create the perfect mix of openness and privacy. New vinyl floors and beautiful chair rail molding in the living areas. Interior has new doors and trim, beautiful adjustable lighting, and colors. This charm and warmth throughout make it perfect for entertaining on a bright day or romantic evening. Both bathrooms are elegantly finished with all your modern desires. Such as porcelain tiles, touch LED mirrors, upscale vanities, and multi-functioning spa shower panels with large and small jet massagers, temp control and hand pressure adjusters. The bright gourmet kitchen features 42 inch cabinets, intricate glass backsplash, and new quartz countertops. Complimented by stainless steel energy efficient appliances. Windows, roof, and porches were replaced. The lower level boasts a versatile family room. That is finished with great ceiling height, ready to become the entertainment highlight with the electric wall fireplace surrounded with more beautiful porcelain. The laundry room hold your brand new LG washer and dryer. Your energy star door and appliances will save energy bill and help our environment. The utility room features a tankless hot water heater. and new furnace with ample maintenance space. Top it off with and newly paved parking pad and fence for privacy around the huge back yard with new sod. Where you'll find an oversized lot for your family BBQ. Nothing to do but stop the car and unload the truck. Your could even be walking into equity because this beauty is priced to SELL!
  1. Listed by Darnisha Holliday • EXIT Strategy Realty
    P: (708)-359-0110 C: (708)-359-0110 holliday.darnisha@gmail.com

Sold By Kale Realty

Property Details for 8538 South May Street

Area
CHI - Auburn Gresham
Township
Hyde Park
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 08/14/2024 12:21 AM

Property Details for 8538 South May Street

StatusClosed
MLS #12096575
Days on Market15
Taxes$1,171 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1914
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,687 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 8538 South May Street

Stories-Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,687 SF

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Property Information for 8538 South May Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Off Alley, Rear/Side Entry
  • Parking On Site: true
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Electric
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2024
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 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 Dimensions: 4687
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 8538
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 1132
  • Living Area Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 38
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
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: 11X9
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 9X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 8X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 10X9
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 6X17
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 11X25
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 21X15

Property History for 8538 South May Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 13, 2024

Sold

MRED #12096575

$285,000—
Aug 8, 2024

Expired

MRED #12096575

$285,000—
Aug 1, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1538553079

$285,000

+312.7% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/13/2024

Sold

MRED #12096575

$285,000
08/08/2024

Expired

MRED #12096575

$285,000
08/01/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1538553079

$285,000

+312.7% / yr

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Public Records for 8538 South May Street

Taxable ValueLand$2,344Additions$5,457Total$7,801
Tax Record2023$1,229 ($102 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,056 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,056 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,687 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914CountyCOOKAPN20-32-416-033

Schools near 8538 South May Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Gresham Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Hirsch Metropolitan High School
Public - 9 to 12
Jefferson Alt High School
Public - 6 to 12
York Alternative High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Gresham Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Hirsch Metropolitan High School
Public9 to 12

Jefferson Alt High School
Public6 to 12

York Alternative High School
Public9 to 12

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