Beautifully renovated in 2021, this classic brick bungalow combines timeless charm with modern style in the rapidly growing East Woodlawn neighborhood! This 3 bed + additional Den/Office/4th Bedroom in the Basement, 2 bath home features bright, updated living spaces, a sleek contemporary kitchen, modern baths, spacious bedrooms, and quality finishes throughout. Outside, the timeless brick exterior adds exceptional curb appeal. The large back yard is ready for your ideas and the newer 2 car garage adds great additional storage. Just minutes from downtown Chicago, the University of Chicago, the newly opened Obama Presidential Center, Jackson Park Golf Course, the lakefront, beaches, scenic trails, and world class restaurants, cafe's, and entertainment, this location offers the best of city living. With easy access to Lake Shore Drive, Metra, and CTA, commuting is a breeze. A lovely home in one of Chicago's fastest-growing neighborhoods-don't miss this opportunity!
New
$299,000
6655 S University Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
3beds
1,452sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
3,136 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic brick bungalowModern bathsQuality finishes throughoutTimeless brick exteriorSleek contemporary kitchenSpacious bedroomsBright updated living spaces
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Listed by:
Bucky Cross 773-848-1719,
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12693131
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Den
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X11
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,452 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 3,136 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X125
Details
- Parcel number: 20231260230000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $206/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $265,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,340
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,000+10.8%$206/sqft |
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| 10/4/2021 | Sold | $269,900$186/sqft |
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| 8/6/2021 | Contingent | $269,900$186/sqft |
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| 8/3/2021 | Listed for sale | $269,900$186/sqft |
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| 7/19/2021 | Contingent | $269,900$186/sqft |
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| 7/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $269,900$186/sqft |
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| 7/5/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2021 | Listed for sale | $269,900+958.4%$186/sqft |
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| 6/9/2009 | Sold | $25,500-70%$18/sqft |
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| 7/3/2001 | Sold | $85,000+355.4%$59/sqft |
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| 10/22/1997 | Sold | $18,666$13/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,341 +0.9% | $26,500 +6% |
| 2023 | $5,293 +2.9% | $24,999 |
| 2022 | $5,142 +2.3% | $24,999 |
| 2021 | $5,027 +21.6% | $24,999 +34.7% |
| 2020 | $4,134 +0.9% | $18,557 -9% |
| 2019 | $4,097 +1.7% | $20,393 |
| 2018 | $4,028 +55.3% | $20,393 +69.3% |
| 2017 | $2,593 +7.5% | $12,047 |
| 2016 | $2,413 +9.3% | $12,047 |
| 2015 | $2,208 +31.9% | $12,047 +33.6% |
| 2014 | $1,673 -9.9% | $9,019 -11.7% |
| 2013 | $1,857 +1.4% | $10,211 |
| 2012 | $1,832 -8.5% | $10,211 -17.4% |
| 2011 | $2,003 -0.4% | $12,358 |
| 2010 | $2,011 -0.9% | $12,358 -5.1% |
| 2009 | $2,030 +90.4% | $13,016 -8% |
| 2008 | $1,066 +4.5% | $14,144 |
| 2007 | $1,020 +0.8% | $14,144 |
| 2006 | $1,012 -5.1% | $14,144 +34.7% |
| 2005 | $1,067 +1.9% | $10,502 |
| 2004 | $1,047 -37% | $10,502 |
| 2003 | $1,662 +19.8% | $10,502 +36% |
| 2002 | $1,387 +3.8% | $7,720 |
| 2001 | $1,337 +32.2% | $7,720 |
| 2000 | $1,011 -0.7% | $7,720 +46.6% |
| 1999 | $1,018 | $5,265 |
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Neighborhood: Woodlawn
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Wadsworth PreK-8th STEM SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Hyde Park Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wadsworth Elementary School
- Middle: Wadsworth Elementary School
- High: Hyde Park Career Academy Senior High School
- 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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