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7853 S South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60649

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1 Bed
0 Baths
2,393 Sq Ft

Rare oversized 50 x 150 double lot in South Shore zoned RM-5, steps from Rainbow Beach. Perfect site for a new multifamily or luxury rental development-zoning allows up to 5 residential units with potential lake views from upper levels. Existing structure can be torn down or redeveloped, offering a blank canvas for investors seeking value in a growing area near Jackson Park, the Obama Presidential Center, and the Metra. Wide driveway, no alley, and strong zoning flexibility. Sold as-is-bring your vision, this one's a builder's opportunity.

Listing By: Alexandre Stoykov - Compass ilmlsni-r Realty.com
  • MLS# 12509834
  • Date Listed11/03/2025
  • Days on Realty 6 Days
  • Bedrooms 1
  • Bathrooms
  • Lot Size 0.17 acres (7,405 sq. ft)
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • County Cook
  • Year Built 1909
  • Square Feet 2,393 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $56.41

Interior Features

  • Cooling None
  • Heating None

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof -
  • Lot Size Acres 0.17
  • Lot Size SQFT 7,405.20
  • Lot Features -

Directions

79th Street, East to South Shore. North to 7853

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $2,880
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Harriet E Sayre Elementary Language Academy

Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home

20.84 mi

Distance

William E Dever Elementary School

Public • PK - 8

23.02 mi

Distance

Arthur E Canty Elementary School

Public • PK - 8

24.53 mi

Distance

Everett Mckinley Dirksen Elementary School

Public • PK - 8

26.17 mi

Distance

William Howard Taft High School

Public • 7 - 12 • Serves this home

24.69 mi

Distance

Chicago Academy Adv Tech High School

Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home

12.15 mi

Distance

Charles P Steinmetz College Preparatory High School

Public • 9 - 12

21.68 mi

Distance

Chicago Academy High School

Public • 9 - 12

21.68 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in IL / 60649

Source: Walkscore

61/100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score ®

68/100

Good Transit

Transit Score ®

65/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.

Transit Summary

9 nearby routes: 8 bus, 1 rail, 0 other

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 55/100, Transit Score: 55/100, Bike Score: 59/100.

Property Change History

Price Per Square Foot increased from $3.10 to $56.41
Property description updated with new details

Points of Interest near 7853 S South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60649

Frequently Asked Questions for 7853 S South Shore Drive

Source: Realty.com

7853 S South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60649 is a Single Family 2,393 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 2 photos available of this 1 bed, 0 bath house, listed at $135,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 2 photos of 7853 S South Shore Drive.

Our records indicate that 7853 S South Shore Drive was built in 1909.

The full address for this home is 7853 S South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60649.

7853 S South Shore Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Mon November 03, 2025

Some errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 55/100, Transit Score: 55/100, Bike Score: 59/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 7853 S South Shore Drive. Harriet E Sayre Elementary Language Academy (Grades: PK - 8), William Howard Taft High School (Grades: 7 - 12), Chicago Academy Adv Tech High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Compass (tel: 312-319-1168)
Listing agent: Alexandre Stoykov (#147785)

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