Charming Fixer-Upper with Expansion Potential in Archer Heights. This single-family home is a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to customize a property to their own style. Featuring three existing bedrooms with the potential to build out two more, plus a full bathroom and a basement rough-in ready for a second, this home offers ample room to grow. The spacious basement and full attic provide additional possibilities for extra living space, bedrooms, or a home office. Additional features include: central heating (no A/C), two-car garage, oversized lot with a large yard-perfect for outdoor entertaining or gardening, conveniently located near I-55, Target, Pete's Fresh Market, and Midway Airport. This property is being sold as-is and is ideal for investors, rehabbers, or handy homeowners ready to take on a rewarding project.
Closed
$231,000
4538 S Springfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60632
3beds
1,255sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
3,780 Square Feet Lot
$232,500 Zestimate®
$184/sqft
$1,712 Estimated rent
Home value
$232,500
$209,000 - $258,000
$1,712/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 02, 2025 at 01:02am
Listing courtesy of:
Miguel Lopez (312)836-4263,
Redfin Corporation
Bought with:
Jennifer Tamayo
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12347414
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X11
Other
- Level: Second
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X12
Den
- Level: Basement
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X10
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X17
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X17
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 133 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X1
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Trash Compactor
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,255 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 3,780 sqft
- Dimensions: 126X30
Details
- Parcel number: 19023050150000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Chicago
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/30/2025 | Sold | $231,000+0.4%$184/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12347414 | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Contingent | $230,000$183/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12347414 | ||
| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $230,000$183/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12347414 | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Contingent | $230,000$183/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12347414 | ||
| 5/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $230,000$183/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12347414 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,333 +2.6% | $11,000 |
| 2022 | $2,275 +2.9% | $11,000 |
| 2021 | $2,212 -8.7% | $11,000 +1.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Archer Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Edwards Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Curie Metropolitan High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 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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