6523 S Ellis Avenue
Chicago, IL, 60637 $ 189,000
Bedrooms4 Baths1.1 Sq 3,150 Monthly Estimate*
$ 1,164
for $189,000 with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bath, 1 half bath. This 3,150 square foot townhouse was built in 1985.
Location is everything, and Woodlawn delivers. Known as the home of the prestigious University of Chicago, the neighborhood blends academic influence, architectural charm, and cultural significance. Just minutes away is the highly anticipated Obama Presidential Center, a global destination that continues to drive growth, infrastructure investment, and long-term value throughout the area. In the heart of one of Chicago's most talked-about neighborhoods sits a property rich with potential and promise. 6523 S. Ellis Avenue, a classic Woodlawn townhome, offers more than just square footage-it presents an opportunity to create, restore, and invest in a community defined by history, education, and forward momentum. This four-bedroom, 1.1-bath townhome features a thoughtfully laid-out interior with generously sized rooms that provide a strong foundation for transformation. Each bedroom offers ample space, ideal for reimagining modern layouts while preserving the character that makes townhome living so appealing. The lower level, expansive and versatile, opens the door to multiple possibilities-whether envisioned as an additional bedroom, a comfortable family room, or a flexible living space tailored to today's lifestyles. Outside, the home continues to impress with a spacious backyard, a valuable asset for entertaining, gardening, or creating a private outdoor retreat. Completing the property is a two-car garage, a sought-after feature that adds both convenience and value. The home is being sold in as-is condition, making it an ideal canvas for investors, developers, or homeowners with vision-those ready to bring new life to a solid structure in an appreciating neighborhood.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 3150
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Construction Materials Brick Cedar
Pets Allowed Cats OK Dogs OK
Year Built 1985
Electric Circuit Breakers
Township Hyde Park
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Assoc Fee Paid Per Monthly
County Cook
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Attached Single
Total Rooms 10
Full Baths 1
Status New
Directions Head south on S Lake Park Ave then take US-41 S (Lake Shore Dr) to E Marquette Rd. Continue on Marquette Rd to S Ellis Ave.
City Chicago
High School District 299
MLS Area CHI - Woodlawn
Tax Annual Amount 3627.77
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 299
Elementary School District 299
Sub Type Townhouse-2 Story
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InteriorBasement Unfinished Full
Total Stories 2
Half Baths 1
Total Bedrooms 4
Room Type Bonus Room Recreation Room
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 4
Total Number of Units 1
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ExteriorParking Features Yes Garage Owned Detached Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan Public
Total Parking 2
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 30X 110
Waterfront Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByColdwell Banker RealtyBroker
paulette.edwards@cbexchange.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $1,164
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $302
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.25% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 1/20/2026 | $189,000 | | Listed Price |