$385,000

beds

baths

1,692

square ft

8801 S Merrill Avenue

Chicago, Illinois 60617

Closed / MLS #12423434 / Single Family / Calumet Heights

Listing information updated 8/26/2025 at 10:03am

This beautifully rehabbed 4-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch offers the perfect blend of modern updates and classic charm. Situated on a desirable corner lot, the home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout and striking accent walls in the spacious living room. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's dream-complete with granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar, and an adjacent eating area ideal for casual dining. Enjoy versatile living with a main-floor family room and a second-floor office that opens to a private balcony-perfect for working from home or enjoying your morning coffee. The fully finished basement expands your living space with a large rec room, full bathroom, fourth bedroom, and a separate laundry room. Additional highlights include an attached 2-car garage and updated systems throughout. Move-in ready with nothing to do but unpack!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Side Driveway,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,692

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room

External Features:

Balcony, Roof Deck, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

13x20 - Main

Dining Room:

12x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x22 - Main

Family Room:

16x19 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

10x13 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x12 - Main

4th Bedroom:

11x20 - Basement

Utility Room-Lower Level:

9x8 - Basement Level

Recreation Room:

18x29 - Basement Level

Balcony/Porch/Lanai:

6x19 - Second Level

Office:

10x19 - Second Level

Laundry:

8x22 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$3,172

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:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Refrigerator

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Side Driveway,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,692

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room

External Features:

Balcony, Roof Deck, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

13x20 - Main

Dining Room:

12x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x22 - Main

Family Room:

16x19 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

10x13 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

10x12 - Main

4th Bedroom:

11x20 - Basement

Utility Room-Lower Level:

9x8 - Basement Level

Recreation Room:

18x29 - Basement Level

Balcony/Porch/Lanai:

6x19 - Second Level

Office:

10x19 - Second Level

Laundry:

8x22 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$3,172

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: Avenue 1 Realty Group

Listing Office Phone: 773.622.4663

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