1237 S Kedvale Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
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OFF MARKET

1237 S Kedvale Ave
Chicago, IL 60623

Lawndale
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 714 sqft

$256,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,824/mo*
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$256,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,824/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
714 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1903
Living Area
714 sqft
Price/Sqft
$359
Parking
Garage

About this House

LAwndale is on fire right now and this is your chance to get in and create some equity before the vlaues skyrocket any further! This is a must see classic cape cod style home which offers a great floor plan, tons of character along with unlimited potential. The entire first floor offer hardwood floors, wood trim around the windows, first floor bedroom with the remaining bedrooms being on the second floor, full basement and a deed fenced yard! The home needs some TLC but the potential is unlimited. The Lawndale neighborhood has seen an upswing in development, this property is close to 290, close to Douglas Park, close to Blue Line! Get inside today as this one will not be around for long!!!
1237 S Kedvale Ave, Chicago, IL 60623 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 714 sqft single-family home in Lawndale, built in 1903. It last sold for $215,000 on Mar 17, 2023. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $256,500, with a rent estimate of $1,782/month.

Home Details for 1237 S Kedvale Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Linoleum VinylGated Entry

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1903
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3023 sqft

Price History for 1237 S Kedvale Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/17/2023$215,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11454214
03/15/2023$209,999PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11454214
07/10/2022$209,999ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11454214
07/05/2022$209,999Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11454214
03/25/2022$209,999ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11282829
12/12/2021$209,999ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11282829
12/07/2021$209,999PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11282829
11/18/2021$225,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11273125
08/22/2019$40,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10427208
08/22/2019$49,900PendingToActiveAgent Provided
08/06/2019$49,900PendingAgent Provided
06/23/2019$49,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/14/2018$60,946ListingRemovedAgent Provided
09/05/2018$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/31/2016$40,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/08/2015$40,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/05/2014$25,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/26/2013$25,000PendingAgent Provided
05/22/2013$25,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/03/2008$148,000Sold
N/A
03/29/2005$90,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$382K
$16.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$290
$13MoM
Available listings
5747
168MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$3,236
Assessment$200,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1237 S Kedvale Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1245 S Komensky Ave, Chicago, IL
0.13
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$260,000
01/02/26
4
2
1,066
1249 S Kedvale Ave, Chicago, IL
0.02
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$17,500
08/01/25
4
1
714
1433 S Springfield Ave, Chicago, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$106,000
09/16/25
3
1
1,254
4018 W Arthington St, Chicago, IL
0.38
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$293,500
05/12/26
3
2
1,000
1321 S Kildare Ave, Chicago, IL
0.21
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$290,500
09/05/25
3
2.5
1,559
4050 W Cullerton St, Chicago, IL
0.72
Single-Family Home
$229,000
10/10/25
2
1
1,000
1645 S Keeler Ave, Chicago, IL
0.53
Single-Family Home
$131,000
09/11/25
2
1
1,320
1507 S Avers Ave, Chicago, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$300,000
03/20/26
3
1.5
1,300
4516 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL
0.88
Single-Family Home
$140,000
07/17/26
3
1
924
814 S Kilbourn Ave, Chicago, IL
0.60
Single-Family Home
$147,000
12/19/25
3
1
2,756

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Lawndale
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What Locals Say about Lawndale

At least 496 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 41 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say there's wildlife

  • 37 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 31 % Say it's quiet

  • 22 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Juan Velasco
    "There are. Lot of parks so dogs can be walked in a lot of different areas. The parks are big as well so there is a lot of space for the dogs"
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  • Bianca Love
    "Great Neighbourhood no problems Neighbors are friendly. I’m moving back in this area as we speak my kids are a lil older now there’s a lot of activity for them to do so yes i wouldn’t have it no other way "
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  • William Granderson
    "Nothing they are good with they dog and all good people to have around in are neighborhood but anything of Internet they also some good people"
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  • Tameisha brown
    "Needs improvement. Cant wait to move. Less privacy too much violence and not a safe walking place the area can most definitely do better "
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  • Albert Franklin
    "Nothing is unique anymore there’s too much violence amongst the community and youth but it use to be a nice area back in the early 2000’s"
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood block parties. They make the most the block. The kids come out and play. People come out and bbq. They’re are jumping houses everywhere. The times are fun!"
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive and if I don’t drive I catch the bus on Roosevelt and Central Park . It’s the best commute from my home . From transportation to expressway and even walking. There are two parks I. Walking distances and so much more . I wish there was a better grocery store located near us . "
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  • Trulia User
    "Community is very diverse. We have a lot of community service and take care of each other. I love and appreciate everyone within my community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "A loving friendly environment for the most part. No break ins everyone look after each other. The kids play well along with each other. "
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  • Trulia User
    "To be safe of your surroundings and stay to yourself, do not go to the neighborhood stores and stay out of the parks "
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  • Trulia User
    "I grew up in the south side so little village has always been home to me. It sucks it’s getting gentrified, a lot of people that make it feel like home have left. I always felt safe here and the neighbors have always done their part to keep things clean "
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  • Trulia User
    "This is no area to raise your kids the parks are not safe you can't sit out and enjoy the weather when it's nice out "
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  • Trulia User
    "everything is very close and transportation is very close nice ppl friendly asmosphere. and very I wouldn't mind staying there forevermore and having many kids"
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  • Trulia User
    "I just moved here it's quiet and the neighbors don't bother each other. There is a high school and church nearby and Pete's fresh market is close."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a very nice neighborhood but just like everything else, it has problems but mind your business and keep moving."
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  • Trulia User
    "they have sidewalk sells,potlucks come together in keeping they community/neighborhood clean and they comunt with one another "
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  • Colleen H.
    "If you absolutely NEED to use public transportation it’s definitely available. My drive to downtown is usually 13-15 minutes with no traffic using the expressway but during rush hour it can take 25-30 minutes. There are buses and train nearby. "
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  • Jamica88
    "I use my car to travel expect when I go down town I use the bus and the trains. The buses and trains are not always clean when riding. "
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  • Alzonia A. M.
    "Riot Fest!!! Every year!!! Park district with pool. Schools and after school programs. Church, St Agatha. family homes"
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  • Angela C.
    "We try to interact with the community. Such as block parties monthly meetings and at least oncd a month block cleaning. "
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  • Terrence W.
    "I do not really know. I do see some dogs but they are not trained well. and some just always getting out their yards"
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  • Princenolov33
    "well its a neighbor with no stores alot of police and activity. but like any other hood it has its prons and cons "
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  • Rashidia C. .
    "To much drug activities kids can’t play outside can walk to the parks can’t sit on your porch with out gun shooting police barely doing anything about it "
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  • Efrem C.
    "I see dogs walking their self. it’s not safe here, it’s very bad not for families It use to be quite and safe "
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  • Willie B.
    "Generally no one bothers dogs with owners..there are dog parks in the area though. Please be a responsible pet owner. "
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  • Pollie3160
    "keep your kids in the house its very bad around Lawndale area they shoot alot theres no where for your kids to play at it's just not safe "
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  • Rashe.willhite
    "There’s access to public transit but it’s not safe. Easy commute to downtown but be careful and watch for robbers. "
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  • Cityboidguy
    "Yes it is .. it is a landmark area but the crime is high and people are killed daily . I advise no one to live here"
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  • Karen E.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 4 months and it's a nightmare. When I moved in the first month there was a drive-by shooting where someone died. Then about 2 weeks to a month later another one happened. Lots of police presence, not a safe neighborhood for your children. Please beware of your surroundings."
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  • Vdosie53
    "it's some wonderful people in the area. But, it's a lot of drug users and dealers also in the area. Heavy and harsh drugs"
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  • Anthonyespinoza2013
    "Please don't let your kids out when it's dark not safe alot of shootings. when people are double parked blocking the street don't beep you don't know how they will react."
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  • Collinsashanti
    "Location is convenient. You can access public transportation to the down town area easily.. also close to medical district "
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  • Anthonyespinoza2013
    "keep your kids inside at all times due to shooting on a daily basis. there are a lot of ambulances driving by with sirens on "
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  • Danielle J.
    "The area is okay, but crime is terrible. Make sure to have kids play in the yard and not so much on the front due to craziness. There are lots of stores and schools plus great transportation, which is a plus! "
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  • Ayesha G.
    "They would not like to take their dog out at night for a potty break unless they had a backyard. There are parks for the dogs to enjoy!"
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  • patty p
    "They have police cameras and police patrol often neighbors are friendly mixture of homes and multi units "
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  • Karen
    "there are no off leash dog parks around but douglas park is great for walking dogs. I would not walk alone though the park after dark though."
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  • Bianca R.
    "You see people walk they're dogs all time I think it pet friendly but it been gun violence in the area too so u got be careful "
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  • Malissa W.
    "the peewee football games and various community events in the park across the street.. the community is making an attempt to go in the right direction."
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  • Tequila
    "Lived here for most of my teen years. I’ve never had any problems here…but then again I do stay to myself and mind my own business 🤷🏽‍♀️"
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