$289,900

beds

baths

3,125

square ft

8800 S Merrill Avenue

Chicago, Illinois 60617

New / MLS #12558601 / Single Family / Calumet Heights

Listing information updated 2/3/2026 at 6:03am

Welcome to 8800 S Merrill Ave - a well-maintained and spacious home in the heart of Chicago's desirable South Shore neighborhood, proudly presented by Sammy I. Sarandah of Harthside Realtors, where I believe in Let's Make a House a Home! This property offers an excellent combination of recent updates, functional living space, and outstanding value. Major improvements include a brand-new tear-off roof along with heating and air conditioning systems replaced within the last 10 years, offering peace of mind and long-term reliability. The main living areas are in good overall condition, featuring a comfortable and flexible layout ideal for everyday living. One of the home's standout features is the finished basement, which includes a spacious family room perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or additional living space, along with tons of storage to keep everything organized and out of sight. Located on a quiet residential block with convenient access to parks, Lake Michigan, public transportation, shopping, and major expressways, this home combines neighborhood charm with everyday convenience. With generous space, solid mechanical updates, and a price positioned to sell, this is a fantastic opportunity to truly make a house a home. Schedule your private showing today!

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Dishwasher

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Detached,Off Street,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,125

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.09

Room Information

Living Room:

31x14 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

8x15 - Main

Family Room:

15x51 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

9x24 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

9x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

9x17 - Basement

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

4x8 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$2,055

Tax Year:

2024

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

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Dishwasher

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Detached,Off Street,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,125

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.09

Living Room:

31x14 - Main

Dining Room:

N/A

Kitchen:

8x15 - Main

Family Room:

15x51 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

9x24 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

9x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

9x17 - Basement

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

4x8 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$2,055

Tax Year:

2024

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: Harthside Realtors, Inc.

Listing Office Phone: 708.371.1910

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