7526 S Merrill Avenue — Chicago, IL 60649
Active Under Contract
Chicago, IL 60649

7526 S Merrill Avenue

$160,000
4 beds · 3 baths · 2,108 sqft
Listed at $160,000 16 days on market $3,104/yr taxes
01About this home

Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home nestled in the heart of Chicago's vibrant South Shore community-just minutes from Lake Shore Drive and the beautiful lakefront. This inviting residence offers a generous floor plan, hardwood flooring throughout select areas, and endless potential to make it truly your own. The full basement provides the perfect opportunity to create a fifth bedroom, home office, or an ideal entertainment space. Step outside to a large backyard with ample room to build a two-car garage-perfect for added value and convenience. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking to build equity or an investor seeking your next opportunity, this property is full of promise. With a little TLC, you can unlock its true potential and maximize its value. Enjoy a prime location less than 10 minutes from the lakefront, South Shore Cultural Center, and Rainbow Beach, with easy access to the Metra Electric and CTA for convenient commuting. You'll also be close to local dining, shopping, and ongoing community development, as well as just minutes from Jackson Park, the future Obama Presidential Center, and nearby golf courses. The home sits on a quiet, tree-lined street with a strong sense of pride of ownership throughout the block. This home is being sold as-is and is subject to a short sale-offering a unique chance to customize and invest in one of Chicago's steadily growing neighborhoods. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to own a South Shore gem with strong long-term upside!

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$160,000
List price
2,108
Square feet
4
Bedrooms
2 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1912
Year built
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$3,104
Annual taxes
Detached Single
Style
16
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Forced AirRadiator(s)
Cooling
None
Parking
Construction
Aluminum SidingVinyl SidingBrick
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
  • Taste Jamaica 0.3 mi
  • Imani's Original 0.4 mi
  • Good Foods Health Center 0.4 mi
  • A.P. Deli 0.4 mi
  • Subway 0.5 mi
  • Domino's 0.5 mi
  • Mobil Mart 0.2 mi
  • Citgo 0.3 mi
  • Jordan Valley Food 0.4 mi
  • Local Market Foods 0.5 mi
  • South Shore Pantry 0.6 mi
  • Citgo 0.6 mi
  • Rosenblum Park 0.3 mi
  • Woodhull Park 0.7 mi
  • Don Nash Playground 0.7 mi
  • Hodes Park 0.7 mi
  • Hasan Park 0.9 mi
  • Dinah Washington Park 0.9 mi
  • Heritage Cafe 0.6 mi
  • Chef Sara's Cafe 0.6 mi
  • South Shore Brew 0.6 mi
  • Starbucks 0.9 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.9 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.0 mi
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06History

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

Apr 15, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Realty of America, LLC
$160,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Realty of America, LLC · Israel Dominguez · 815-755-0414
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12619982
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