161 E  119th St, Chicago, IL 60628
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OFF MARKET

$279,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,000 sqft

161 E 119th St, Chicago, IL 60628

West Pullman
Est. Refi. Payment $1,982/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 20, 2025 for $259,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$280K
Since last month
Decreased$500 (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$18K (+6.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$21K (+7.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +278% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$280K
July 2026$280K
June 2026$278K
May 2026$276K
April 2026$274K
March 2026$271K
February 2026$266K
January 2026$271K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.23
Single-Family Home
$195,000
12/11/25
5
3
2,000
0.35
Single-Family Home
$330,000
12/17/25
4
2.5
2,800
0.25
Single-Family Home
$200,000
02/04/26
5
2
1,896
0.28
Single-Family Home
$247,000
03/20/26
4
2
1,650
0.07
Single-Family Home
$205,000
04/16/26
4
2
1,400
0.64
Single-Family Home
$279,000
06/18/26
5
3
2,200
0.28
Single-Family Home
$130,000
07/06/26
5
3
1,500
0.49
Single-Family Home
$255,000
11/14/25
4
3
1,516
0.42
Single-Family Home
$269,000
07/13/26
4
2
1,700

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.01
$225,000
4
2
-
For Sale
0.03
$100,000
3
1
1,156
Recently Sold
0.04
$307,200
5
2.5
2,200
Off Market
0.08
$183,600
5
2
-
Off Market
0.07
$205,000
4
2
1,400
Recently Sold
0.08
$253,200
6
2
-
Off Market
0.05
$107,900
3
1
998
Off Market
0.07
$187,600
4
2
1,500
Off Market
0.06
$166,300
3
1
1,034
Off Market
0.07
$228,300
3
1
2,021
Off Market
0.07
$199,500
3
2
1,254
Off Market

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
1953
Living Area
2,000 sqft
Price/Sqft
$140
Parking
2 Parking Spaces

About this House

Live like you are on a everlasting vacation! Open the door and walk inside to your own luxury private residence. The first and second floors have beautifully refinished hardwood floors. The large living room leads to a gourmet kitchen with lots of cabinets, and includes a full length cabinet pantry. The stainless steel appliances include an oven/stove with an elongated 5th burner, a side by side refrigerator microwave and dishwasher. The granite countertops are accentuated by the granite island separating the kitchen from the dining area. Rounding out the first floor is a large bedroom and a full bathroom. The stairs to the 2nd floor leads to the amazing Primary (Master) Bedroom Suite. It has an extra large bedroom with a sitting area, walk in closet, and full bathroom. The second floor also has two more bedrooms and a third full bathroom! But wait, there's more, the full finished walkout basement includes a 5th bedroom, laundry room, utility room, two more spaces which can be used for a rec room, playroom, office, media space etc. Ideal for anyone who works remotely, or has a home business. Need a breath of fresh air? Walk out onto your back porch and take in the huge fenced yard with a car pad. The pad can be used for parking, or it could be a great entertaining space. The yard also has plenty of space to plant your dream garden. The quiet block is close to stores, transportation lines, and many other amenities this neighborhood has to offer. Do not let this one get away,shedule your viewing ASAP!
161 E 119th St, Chicago, IL 60628 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,000 sqft single-family home in West Pullman, built in 1953. It last sold for the $258,900 asking price on Mar 20, 2025. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2015 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 1, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $279,600, with a rent estimate of $3,252/month.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Alberto Avila, (773) 617-8429
RE/MAX 10
Janet Palomares, (815) 404-4996
RE/MAX 10
Bought with: Saul Allen, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12271785

Home Details for 161 E 119th St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,FullNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Family Room, Family Room Down, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room, Utility Room Lower Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2000 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas OvenDishwasherLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry ClosetMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Fencing: Fenced, Wood
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Alley,Off Street,Other
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953Year Renovated: 2023
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 25271010530000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $258,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Feb 04 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Chicago
School Information
Elementary School: Curtis Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School District: 299High School: Corliss High SchoolHigh School District: 299

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Allen Sotelo Group

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6000 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12271785

Additional Information

SidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 20, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271785
Sold
$259,000
Feb 5, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271785
Pending
$258,900
Jan 16, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271785
Listed For Sale
$258,900
Oct 15, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12179960
ListingRemoved
$259,900
Oct 3, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12179960
Listed For Sale
$259,900

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$389K
$10.33K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.2%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$294
$8
MoM
Available listings
5488
263
MoM

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about West Pullman

At least 273 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 40 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 36 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 35 % Say there are community events

  • 27 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Margaret Green
    "Watch your children and teach them to respect others around them, help keep where they live clean and safe."
  • Teresa Ferrell
    "Need to know the safe area. Need alot of polices to watch the shooters out here. It is not safe for kids and adults to walk outside at night. Need a better community for the neighborhood. "
  • Teresa Ferrell
    "The area is bad there a gunshot sometimes. My kids can’t even enjoy ride bike or play outside. They need to have polices around everyday"
  • Teresa Ferrell
    "The neighborhood is ok but not too good 80%. I rather have neighborhood watch and clean. Nice parking"
  • Johnnyhopkins1978
    "Folks look out for each other. Working community and quiet blocks of families. Historic buildings everywhere and close to the downtown commute. "
  • Trulia User
    "Been knowing this neighborhood all my life, I’m not new to the bad things or the good things that happens surrounded the neighborhood"
  • Trulia User
    "Alright actually not bad neighborhood you could say that I seen worse neighborhoods actually I could see improving "
  • Trulia User
    "we don't have any events everyone stays to themselves some may decorate for holidays others won't it somewhat safe most of the time"
  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of families in the area. The neighbors are friendly and helpful with each other. There is plenty of shopping just not necessarily within walking distance. "
  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood is mostly quiet every now and then you have the trouble makers act a fool. But not to often it’s a walkable area and dog friendly the commute is great.You have serval bus line options to take you to and from downtown and the red line extension. Which is about 30-45 min ride"
  • Trulia User
    "Some Blocks Have Good Families Who Look Out For Their Neighbors, Which Make Great Neighbors . I Have Great Neighbors Their Very Helpful."
  • Trulia User
    "I think dog owners will like that their are sidewalks to walk their dogs. I really don't know anything else because I can't have a dog anymore. A dog owner doesn't like that there are no dog parks in the neighborhood. "
  • Trulia User
    "My commute is great only 30 minutes to work and I enjoy loving right next to the expressway Traveling in the morning is without stress and anxiety. "
  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for almost 4 years and it very quiet and there is a bike trail nearby that can take in the direction of two different parks."
  • Binecia_dillon
    "this community is a very different Community to live in it is a community where now everybody is learning more about the technology and learning more about putting cameras up you would never know who will help your neighbor to understand you don't have to be afraid you just have to know how to use the new technology up a new billennium of 2020 knowledge is power and I share my knowledge with the community so the community could know you don't have to show your face when it's a crime on the scene or somebody house is getting robbed because that's everywhere. I shared knowledge knowledge is power. that's what makes this community special to me it will be back normal"
  • Binecia Dillon
    "they use the Kroc Center they used to churches and then you trick or treat early in a day anytime after 4:30 and 5:30 p.m. there is no more candy issue out Halloween no trick-or-treating anymore"
  • Shannon C.
    "Very dangerous. Stay away. Shootings all the time. Cars drive reckless. No grocery stores. If you move here bring big dogs. Many thefts. "
  • Nicole L. S.
    "to much shootings and no stores and people r mean the grass from the city grows extra long never cut there lawns but we do it because we dont like nasty people"
  • Elisacalderon5
    "it would be nice to have a trail, walking. but it's not feasible. it would be nice to walk your dog down some streets where they wont get hurt, ex: step on glass, metal or nails to name a few. "
  • Only1donae
    "pretty decent essay on 111th and King Drive trying to move here cuz so far no have a grandbaby would love to bring her here"
  • Mikababy981
    "Community sticks together it really is a family thing it’s generally all families and families of families nothing but generations so it’s a lot like family’s and they keep and eye out for each other "
  • Lwalkerwl59
    "Nice neighbors quiet in some areas. I wouldn’t recommend anyone to walk outside after dark alone. And most times not even with someone else. "
  • Baldfade3
    "there's not a lot of people walking the streets late night. people tend to stay to themselves. that's exactly what I do"
  • Teona N.
    "It’s not that great of a area, lots of unwanted traffic (crack heads and drunks) police bother my company for no reason all the time for no reason took my boyfriend to jail for NOTHING and he was in front of my house parking getting ready to come in. I’m moving ASAP. "
  • Darleen J.
    "Residents have movie nights, participates in holiday events such as Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas also Residents meetings, donations for families that’s in need, the residents are very helpful and friendly and looks out for one another and with the help of the property management doing these great thing in our community makes us all continually stick together and keep the community nice and peaceful and the community feels nice safe and comfortable for the children to be able to come out to enjoy their self and I truly believe living in the West Pullman neighborhood I could continue with my participation with West Pullman community to keep their community great and safe."
  • Marlojj365
    "people messing with their dog throwing rocks and feeding they dog or touching their dogs other than that its cool to live in the area"
  • john s
    "The houses are great close to my job and the kid school shopping is easy not much crime public transportation is easy"
  • Briana N.
    "Nothing we don’t have any community events in my neighborhood. We haven’t had any community events in a long time because one of the neighbors always calling the police."
  • Otis P.
    "I love my hood and it loves me back!!! And also all the people are well loved and supporting been here my whole life"
  • Cassandra J.
    "This area is not for kids. A lot of drug dealers everywhere, guys love to hang at the local Citgo, I never let my son walk to the store by himself, nor my daughters. When my car was down, I use to take the bus and metra, and a man followed me, one morning!! He was about to attack me, until another guy stop him, police was called but he ran away. I broke my lease and moved!!!!!"
  • Msdunyel1
    "Not a good area for children. A lot of police ride around! Drug dealers etc! Not a good area period!"
  • Pattydeannsalcedo
    "This isn’t the place for any kids. My Kids’s can’t even be kids and play outside ride they bikes go to the park "

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Frequently asked questions about 161 E 119th St

  • What is 161 E 119th St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 161 E 119th St in Chicago, IL is $279,600.
  • What is the price history for 161 E 119th St?
    161 E 119th St in Chicago, IL last sold for $259,000 in March 2025.
  • Is Chicago a buyer's or seller's market?
    Chicago is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Chicago?
    The median sale price in Chicago is $389K. That is up $10.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 161 E 119th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 161 E 119th St in Chicago, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 161 E 119th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 161 E 119th St in Chicago, IL has laundry facilities.

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