8631 East Prairie Road

Closed 7/16/26
Closed 7/16/26
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$350,000
4 beds1,779 sqft

8631 E Prairie Rd, Skokie, IL 60076

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.14 acresLot Size
1953Year Built
$197/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Multiple offer received, highest and best on all terms due Sunday 8pm (6/7/26). Rare opportunity to own and bring your design vision to life at 8631 E. Prairie Road. Lovingly maintained by its original owner since 1954, this solidly built brick and sided ranch is full of mid-century character and awaits its next chapter. Featuring four bedrooms, one bathroom, and generously sized living, family and dining rooms, the home offers a flexible floor plan and exceptional space to reimagine for today's...Multiple offer received, highest and best on all terms due Sunday 8pm (6/7/26). Rare opportunity to own and bring your design vision to life at 8631 E. Prairie Road. Lovingly maintained by its original owner since 1954, this solidly built brick and sided ranch is full of mid-century character and awaits its next chapter. Featuring four bedrooms, one bathroom, and generously sized living, family and dining rooms, the home offers a flexible floor plan and exceptional space to reimagine for today's lifestyle. Situated on a desirable block with a double PIN lot, the property presents outstanding potential for renovation, expansion, or customization. Outside, you'll find mature landscaping, a concrete pathway along the north side of the home providing convenient access to the backyard, and a beautifully landscaped rear yard featuring an oversized patio-perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying the outdoors. While there is no garage, the property includes a dedicated driveway with off-street parking as well, property on crawl space. Major improvements have already been completed, providing peace of mind for the next owner, including Roof (2024), Siding (2024), Sewer Cleanout (2023), Water Heater (2026), and Furnace (2019). Whether you're looking to restore its vintage charm, update and modernize, or create something entirely your own, this is the type of opportunity that rarely comes to market. Solid construction, a fantastic location, a large lot, and significant mechanical updates combine to create tremendous value and endless possibilities. Estate Sale, property conveying As Is. Bring your creativity, vision, and decorating ideas-8631 E. Prairie Road is ready for its next chapter.
Listing Agents
  1. Lindsey Kaplan

    Lindsey Kaplan

    Listing Agent

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    P: (847) 797-0200

    M: (415) 215-0077

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  2. Amy Philpott

    Amy Philpott

    Alternative Listing Agent

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    P: (847) 400-6645

    M: (847) 400-6645

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Sold By Real People Realty

Listing closed: 07/16/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12668864
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Property Information for 8631 East Prairie Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $7,235 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1 Story
  • County: Cook County
  • Area: Skokie
  • Township: Niles
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Architectural Style: Ranch

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1953
  • Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,250 SF

General Information

School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • Elementary School: Walker Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Chute Middle School
  • High School District: 202
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Driveway, Yes, Owned
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East, West
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: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Window Unit(s)
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 1779
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1779
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1779
  • Main Sq Ft: 1779
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x125
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1706
  • Flood Zone: No
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2026-06-05T19:10:22
  • Photos Count: 20
  • Habitable Residence: Yes
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 06-06-2026

Room Information

Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 10X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X18
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X9
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 11X10
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 10X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 3X5
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X14
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 4X4

Property History for 8631 East Prairie Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 16, 2026

Sold

MRED #12668864

$350,000—
Jun 8, 2026

Pending

MRED #12668864

—
Jun 8, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12668864

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/16/2026

Sold

MRED #12668864

$350,000
06/08/2026

Pending

MRED #12668864

—
06/08/2026

Contingent

MRED #12668864

—

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

Public records

8631 East Prairie Road

Beds

4

Baths

1

Total Finished SqFt

1,706 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,706 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

3,125 SqFt

Schools near 8631 East Prairie Road

This home is within Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Walker Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Chute Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Evanston Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
Dr Bessie Rhodes Magnet School
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Walker Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Chute Middle School
Public6 to 8

Evanston Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Dr Bessie Rhodes Magnet School
PublicK 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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This home: 8631 East Prairie Road, Skokie, IL 60076
$350,000
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1,779
6,250
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4
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1,419
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