Discover generous living in Chicago's historic South Shore neighborhood. This updated and spacious condo offers a bright, comfortable layout with large rooms, separate living and dining space, and plenty of natural light - ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Perfectly situated near Lake Michigan, South Shore Cultural Center, and Jackson Park, residents enjoy easy access to beaches, green space, and the scenic lakefront trail. The location also places you 10 minutes from the highly anticipated Obama Presidential Center, a transformative development bringing cultural attractions and economic growth to the area. With convenient access to Hyde Park, transit, and Lake Shore Drive, this property presents a compelling opportunity to own in one of Chicago's evolving lakefront communities. Get your offers in today!
Active
$85,000
7601 S Essex Ave #2, Chicago, IL 60649
2beds
1,100sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$77/sqft
$594/mo HOA
What's special
- 229 days
- 123
- 22
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Deja Blair 312-344-1487,
Blue Door Dave Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12588982
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X16
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X08
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,100 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Lot
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 21303090281009
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $594 monthly
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $77/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $66,730
- Annual tax amount: $1,292
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Ownership: Condo
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,490/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/8/2026 | Price change | $85,000-5.6%$77/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12588982 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $90,000+25%$82/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12588982 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2022 | Sold | $72,000-59.6%$65/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2006 | Sold | $178,000$162/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,292 +35.7% | $6,673 +48.3% |
| 2023 | $953 +2.9% | $4,499 |
| 2022 | $925 +2.3% | $4,499 |
| 2021 | $905 -52.1% | $4,499 -46.9% |
| 2020 | $1,888 +0.2% | $8,474 -9.6% |
| 2019 | $1,884 +1.7% | $9,379 |
| 2018 | $1,853 +42.6% | $9,379 +55.4% |
| 2017 | $1,299 +7.5% | $6,034 |
| 2016 | $1,209 +15.5% | $6,034 +5.7% |
| 2015 | $1,046 -53.5% | $5,708 -53% |
| 2014 | $2,251 +2% | $12,132 |
| 2013 | $2,207 +1.4% | $12,132 |
| 2012 | $2,177 -8.2% | $12,132 -17.1% |
| 2011 | $2,371 -0.4% | $14,631 |
| 2010 | $2,381 +4.4% | $14,631 |
| 2009 | $2,281 -6.7% | $14,631 -14.2% |
| 2008 | $2,446 +1% | $17,053 |
| 2007 | $2,422 | $17,053 |
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Neighborhood: South Shore
Nearby schools
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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