$134,000

beds

bath

half bath

1,152

square ft

8716 S Merrill Avenue

Chicago, Illinois 60617

Closed / MLS #12417727 / Single Family / Calumet Heights

Listing information updated 9/25/2025 at 11:43am

You're looking at a classic brick beauty with three elevated bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms, and a whole lot of space to make your own. Step into the galley-style kitchen featuring a brand-new built-in cooktop, brand-new laminate flooring, plenty of cabinet space, and generous counters that just keep going. Just up a few steps are the three bedrooms and a deep full bath. And wait there's more. The finished walkout basement includes a half bath, making it perfect for movie nights, a home gym, or extra living space. In the basement, you'll also find a fully private utility room that houses the mechanicals and laundry. Out front, enjoy eye-catching landscaping that takes curb appeal to the next level. Out back, there's even more beautifully maintained green space, ready for entertaining or relaxing. With dual entrances, a detached two-car garage, central heat, and a newer air conditioning unit, this home offers the ideal mix of comfort, flexibility, and future potential. It's priced to reflect the updates it deserves and is ready for someone to bring their vision to life. Don't miss your chance to own a home with great bones, strong mechanicals, and endless upside. This one is a hidden gem waiting for its next big moment.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Bi-Level

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,152

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.086

External Features:

Lighting

Room Information

Living Room:

20x18 - Main

Dining Room:

8x7 - Main

Kitchen:

7x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

12x11 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

10x9 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$1,193

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60617

City:

Chicago

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

299

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Architecture Style:

Bi-Level

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Forced Air

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,152

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.086

External Features:

Lighting

Living Room:

20x18 - Main

Dining Room:

8x7 - Main

Kitchen:

7x10 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

12x11 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x10 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

10x9 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$1,193

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60617

City:

Chicago

County:

Cook

School District(s):

299

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty

Listing Office Phone: 312.981.5500

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