8542 School St

Morton Grove, IL 60053

$520,000
Price
4
Beds
2,299 Sq. Ft.
$226 / Sq. Ft.
2,299
Sq. Ft.
$226
per Sq. Ft.
Contingent
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Description

Charming Colonial-Style Home on a Corner Lot - Priced Below Market! Discover the potential in this spacious barn-shaped home located on a desirable corner lot in the highly sought-after community of Morton Grove, Illinois. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this unique property is perfect for buyers looking to invest, renovate, or create their dream home in a prime location. The property also features a barn-shaped garage with a full upstairs area and approximately seven feet of clearance-ideal for...Charming Colonial-Style Home on a Corner Lot - Priced Below Market! Discover the potential in this spacious barn-shaped home located on a desirable corner lot in the highly sought-after community of Morton Grove, Illinois. Offering 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this unique property is perfect for buyers looking to invest, renovate, or create their dream home in a prime location. The property also features a barn-shaped garage with a full upstairs area and approximately seven feet of clearance-ideal for storage, a workshop, or future customization. The house needs some TLC or a full rehab, and that's exactly why it's priced below market value for the area-giving you the opportunity to add your own touch and build equity. With its generous layout, distinctive architectural style, and unbeatable location close to parks, schools, shopping, and transportation, the possibilities are endless. If you're looking for value, space, and a fantastic Morton Grove address, this property is one you won't want to miss!
  1. Listed by Mario Reme • Homevue Realty, Inc
    P: (847)-772-7299 mario@vuecorp.com

Property Details for 8542 School Street

Area
Morton Grove
Township
Niles
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 12/15/2025 11:46 AM

Property Details for 8542 School Street

StatusContingent
MLS #12524162
Days on Market23
Taxes$13,771 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,900 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 8542 School Street

Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,900 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,717 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,570

Property Taxes

$1,148

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8542 School Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 70
  • High School District: 219
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 70
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, 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: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Deck, Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Hot Tub
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • 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: Other
  • Lot Dimensions: 8900
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2299
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 28
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X19
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X09
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 25X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X07
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 08X08
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X15
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 15X16
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 11X11

Property History for 8542 School Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 12, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12524162

—
Nov 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12524162

$520,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/12/2025

Contingent

MRED #12524162

—
11/26/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12524162

$520,000

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

Public Records for 8542 School Street

Taxable ValueLand$12,460Additions$36,540Total$49,000
Tax Record2023$13,196 ($1,100 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,299 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,299 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926CountyCOOKAPN10-20-117-005

Schools near 8542 School Street

This home is within Niles Twp Chsd 219 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Park View Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Niles Central
Public - 9 to 12
Niles West High School
Public - 9 to 12
Plato Academy
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Park View Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Niles Central
Public9 to 12

Niles West High School
Public9 to 12

Plato Academy
PrivatePK to 8

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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