This exceptional investment opportunity is ideally located just steps away from beautiful Douglas Park. Situated close to the vibrant Tri-Taylor and Illinois Medical District neighborhoods, this property is perfectly positioned in one of Chicago's rapidly developing areas, surrounded by ongoing growth and redevelopment. Surrounded by nearby public transportation options and quick access to the I-290 expressway, providing an easy connection to downtown Chicago and surrounding neighborhoods. The location also places you minutes from major hospitals, universities, and local dining and shopping destinations. The property has been fully gutted, presenting a rare blank canvas for investors, developers, or homeowners with a vision. With the interior already cleared out, it's ready for your custom design, renovation plans, or redevelopment ideas to bring new life to this promising space.
Active
$375,000
1116 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
8beds
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Est.:
Multi Family
Built in 1917
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$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 21 days |
- 1,142 |
- 73 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 21, 2026 at 01:49am
Listing courtesy of:
Mariusz Misiewicz 773-412-0517,
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12591723
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Bathroom
- Features: No Tub
Heating
- Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Unassigned, Off Alley, Yes, Owned
Features
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,049.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x125
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 16133310210000
- Zoning: MULTI
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Subdivision: Lawndale
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $183,710
- Annual tax amount: $5,889
- Date on market: 3/15/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000+525% |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12591723 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2017 | Sold | $60,000+0.2% |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09661974 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2017 | Pending sale | $59,900 |
Source: Panamerican Real Estate Inc #09661974 Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2017 | Listed for sale | $59,900 |
Source: Panamerican Real Estate Inc #09661974 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,889 +70.8% | $18,371 +66.5% |
| 2022 | $2,278 +2.3% | $11,036 0% |
| 2021 | $2,227 -56.8% | $11,039 -52.2% |
| 2020 | $5,159 +334.1% | $23,080 +291.5% |
| 2019 | $1,188 -25.9% | $5,895 -27.1% |
| 2018 | $1,603 -62.8% | $8,090 -59.4% |
| 2017 | $4,307 -10.9% | $19,941 -17.4% |
| 2016 | $4,836 +9.3% | $24,144 |
| 2015 | $4,424 +31% | $24,144 +32.6% |
| 2014 | $3,378 -14.9% | $18,205 -16.5% |
| 2013 | $3,967 +1.4% | $21,812 |
| 2012 | $3,914 -9.8% | $21,812 -18.5% |
| 2011 | $4,337 -0.4% | $26,766 |
| 2010 | $4,355 +4.4% | $26,766 |
| 2009 | $4,174 -7.3% | $26,766 -14.7% |
| 2008 | $4,500 +1% | $31,370 |
| 2007 | $4,455 -1.1% | $31,370 |
| 2006 | $4,503 +49.3% | $31,370 +70% |
| 2005 | $3,016 +1% | $18,457 |
| 2004 | $2,986 +2.2% | $18,457 |
| 2003 | $2,921 +42.2% | $18,457 +61.5% |
| 2002 | $2,053 +3.8% | $11,428 |
| 2001 | $1,979 +37.5% | $11,428 |
| 2000 | $1,439 -0.7% | $11,428 +52.5% |
| 1999 | $1,449 | $7,493 |
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Est. payment
$2,476/mo
Principal & interest
$1854
Property taxes
$622
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Lawndale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Chalmers Elementary Specialty SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10Manley Career Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 299
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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