7847 S Essex Avenue — Chicago, IL 60649
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Chicago, IL 60649

7847 S Essex Avenue

$499,000
0 beds · 0 baths
Listed at $499,000 38 days on market $40,134/yr taxes
01About this home

Seller financing available! Introducing 7847 S Essex Ave, a 28-unit mixed-used investment opportunity located in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood. This well-positioned corner building offers investors the chance to acquire a sizable asset with strong income potential for both residential and commercial use just minutes from Lake Michigan. The property has 1 commercial tenant and the rest of the building is completely vacant. Unit mix is 6 commercial, 14 one bedrooms, 8 studios. Extensive renovation is needed, this project is best for someone who has re-development experience. With consistent rental demand in the area, this asset presents an excellent opportunity for both seasoned investors and those looking to begin or expand their apartment portfolio. This investment is one that presents a significant opportunity for value add. Conveniently located with close proximity to public transportation, Obama Library, Museum of Science & Industry, Lake Shore Drive, the historic South Shore Cultural Center, a $9 billion dollar Quantum Computing Campus, and much more! Don't miss out on your opportunity to have a positive impact on the community by renovating this large multi-family property in one of Chicago's evolving Southside neighborhoods. Schedule your private tour today! Some exterior photos are virtually staged.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$499,000
List price
Square feet
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
1926
Year built
Lot size
Garage spaces
$40,134
Annual taxes
Multi Family 5+
Style
38
Days on market
04Features
Cooling
None
Construction
Brick
05Neighborhood
  • McDonald's 600 ft
  • Subway 700 ft
  • Imani's Original 0.5 mi
  • Rainbow Beach Sub Shop 0.5 mi
  • Taste Jamaica 0.5 mi
  • L&G Restaurant 0.5 mi
  • Citgo 850 ft
  • Citgo 0.4 mi
  • Citgo 0.5 mi
  • Save-A-Lot 0.7 mi
  • El Barakah Supermarket 0.8 mi
  • Citgo 0.8 mi
  • Eckersall Park 0.5 mi
  • Rainbow Beach Park 0.8 mi
  • Dinah Washington Park 0.8 mi
  • Rosenblum Park 0.9 mi
  • Russell Square Park 1.0 mi
  • South Shore Cultural Center 1.2 mi
  • Urban Luxe Café 0.5 mi
  • Heritage Cafe 0.8 mi
  • Chef Sara's Cafe 0.8 mi
  • South Shore Brew 0.9 mi
  • Dulce's Café 1.3 mi
  • Starbucks 1.5 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Mar 20, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Keller Williams ONEChicago
$499,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Keller Williams ONEChicago · Rashauna Scott
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