8653 N Merrill St

$560,000
Price
3
Beds
1,450 Sq. Ft.
$386 / Sq. Ft.
1,450
Sq. Ft.
$386
per Sq. Ft.

Description

~~ beautifully updated home in prime niles location! Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this open-layout home features an oversized remodeled kitchen with plenty of cabinet and counter space, and 3 comfortable bedrooms on the main level. The walk-out basement offers a large finished entertainment room, an additional full bathroom, and direct access to the fully finished garage, providing extra space to hang out or work out. Located on a quiet street in the heart of Niles, this well-maintained...~~ beautifully updated home in prime niles location! Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this open-layout home features an oversized remodeled kitchen with plenty of cabinet and counter space, and 3 comfortable bedrooms on the main level. The walk-out basement offers a large finished entertainment room, an additional full bathroom, and direct access to the fully finished garage, providing extra space to hang out or work out. Located on a quiet street in the heart of Niles, this well-maintained home is close to parks, schools, shopping, restaurants, and transportation.

Property Details for 8653 North Merrill Street

Area
Niles
Township
Maine
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
5.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 12/13/2025 03:38 PM

Property Details for 8653 North Merrill Street

StatusActive
MLS #12519911
Days on Market24
Taxes$8,762 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,250 SF
CountyCook County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Circle
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Building Information for 8653 North Merrill Street

Stories-Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,250 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,497 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,767

Property Taxes

$730

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 8653 North Merrill Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 63
  • High School District: 207
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 63
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
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: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Full Body Spray Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Basement
  • Room Type: Office
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2025
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 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 Dimensions: 42X125
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 45
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
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: 16X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X11
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: 12X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 35X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 11X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X12
Office Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 12X10

Property History for 8653 North Merrill Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12519911

$560,000
May 31, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #646341356

$353,000

+2.9% / yr

May 31, 2019

Sold

MRED #10327080

$353,000
Apr 17, 2019

Pending

MRED #10327080

Apr 1, 2019

Cancelled

MRED #10309629

Apr 1, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10309629

$359,900
Apr 1, 2019

Cancelled

MRED #10309629

$359,900
Apr 1, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10327080

$359,900
Mar 15, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10309629

$359,900
Dec 11, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #562219065

$320,000

+50.2% / yr

Dec 11, 2015

Sold

MRED #09008279

$320,000
Sep 30, 2015

Pending

MRED #09008279

Aug 11, 2015

Cancelled

MRED #08932520

$339,900
Aug 11, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #09008279

$335,900
May 26, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08932520

$339,900
May 26, 2015

Cancelled

MRED #08893696

$349,900
Apr 16, 2015

Cancelled

MRED #08826482

$359,900
Apr 16, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08893696

$349,900
Jan 29, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08826482

$359,900
Mar 17, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #412920535

$158,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/02/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12519911

$560,000
05/31/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #646341356

$353,000

+2.9% / yr

05/31/2019

Sold

MRED #10327080

$353,000
04/17/2019

Pending

MRED #10327080

04/01/2019

Cancelled

MRED #10309629

04/01/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10309629

$359,900
04/01/2019

Cancelled

MRED #10309629

$359,900
04/01/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10327080

$359,900
03/15/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10309629

$359,900
12/11/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #562219065

$320,000

+50.2% / yr

12/11/2015

Sold

MRED #09008279

$320,000
09/30/2015

Pending

MRED #09008279

08/11/2015

Cancelled

MRED #08932520

$339,900
08/11/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #09008279

$335,900
05/26/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08932520

$339,900
05/26/2015

Cancelled

MRED #08893696

$349,900
04/16/2015

Cancelled

MRED #08826482

$359,900
04/16/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08893696

$349,900
01/29/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #08826482

$359,900
03/17/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #412920535

$158,000

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

Public Records for 8653 North Merrill Street

Taxable ValueLand$6,190Additions$29,809Total$35,999
Tax Record2023$9,275 ($773 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,283 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,283 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,628 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960CountyCOOKAPN09-24-105-056Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 8653 North Merrill Street

This home is within East Maine School District 63.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
V H Nelson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Maine East High School
Public9 to 12

Ralph J Frost Academy
Public9 to 12

Notre Dame College Prep
Private9 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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8653 North Merrill Street is a single family home for sale in Niles, IL 60714. This property was listed for sale on December 2, 2025 by Century 21 Circle, it's currently listed at $560,000. It has been on the market for a total of 24 days and was last sold on May 31, 2019. This listing's school districts are Maine Township Hsd 207 School District, East Maine School District 63. Nearby schools include V H Nelson Elementary School, Maine East High School and Ralph J Frost Academy. 8653 North Merrill Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,450 sqft single family home built in 1960.

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