161 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
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OFF MARKET

$269,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,968 sqft

161 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644

South Austin
Est. Refi. Payment $1,926/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 1, 2024 for $186,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$269K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$76K (+38.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$84K (+45%)
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 +126% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$270K
August 2026$269K
July 2026$265K
June 2026$266K
May 2026$276K
April 2026$259K
March 2026$262K
February 2026$236K
January 2026$220K
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
157 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL
0.01
Single-Family Home
$180,000
02/13/26
4
2
1,776
237 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$200,000
07/01/26
4
3
2,000
169 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL
0.01
Single-Family Home
$370,000
04/24/26
4
1.5
1,800
238 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$270,000
09/15/25
5
2.5
2,190
5338 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$147,700
11/14/25
4
3
2,000
118 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$145,000
04/01/26
2
2
1,280
220 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$70,000
02/06/26
6
2
1,972
308 N Lockwood Ave, Chicago, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$405,000
08/07/26
3
2.5
1,980
116 N Laramie Ave, Chicago, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$122,000
05/26/26
4
2
1,021
306 N Lockwood Ave, Chicago, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$405,000
05/07/26
3
2.5
1,980

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
166 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
157 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.01
$180,000
4
2
1,776
Recently Sold
169 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.01
$370,000
4
1.5
1,800
Recently Sold
143 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.03
$320,400
6
2
-
Off Market
203 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.02
$311,600
4
1.5
1,650
Off Market
151 N Long Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.07
$474,900
6
2
-
Foreclosure
217 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.05
$480,700
5
3.5
3,300
Off Market
210 N Lockwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.05
$316,200
4
3
1,968
Off Market
220 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.07
$70,000
6
2
1,972
Recently Sold
118 N Lockwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.08
$293,900
4
2
2,804
Off Market
163 N Lockwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60644
0.06
$429,000
6
2
-
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1898
1,968 sqft
$137/sqft
2 Parking Spaces

About this House

You will want to see all the possibilities this Vintage, Victorian Style home can have for you and your family! This extremely spacious home offers three bedrooms and one and a half baths with second floor laundry. Their is a walk up attic that has infinite possibilities. This home sits on an oversized lot with plenty of yard space and parking in the rear of the home that is fully gated. This home is a must see and it will not last long once unveiled. Schedule your private showing today!
161 N Lorel Ave, Chicago, IL 60644 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,968 sqft single-family home in South Austin, built in 1898. It last sold for $186,000 on Jul 1, 2024 (7% below the $200,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $269,200, with a rent estimate of $2,697/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Elijah Reese, ABR,MRP,PSA,SRS, (312) 848-2947
Serene Realty, Inc.
Vadie Reese, BPOR,SFR,SRES,SRS
Serene Realty, Inc.
Bought with: Elijah Reese, ABR,MRP,PSA,SRS, (312) 848-2947, Serene Realty, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12071243

Home Details for 161 N Lorel Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1968 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, RefrigeratorLaundry: In UnitRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Alley,On Site
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1898
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, ConcreteNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 16093110150000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $200,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Jun 02 2024Possession Timing: Negotiable

Location

Direction & Address
City: Chicago
School Information
Elementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School District: 299High School District: 299

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6969.6 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12071243

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 1, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12071243
Sold
$186,000
Jun 27, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12071243
Pending
$200,000
Jun 3, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12071243
Contingent
$200,000
May 31, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12071243
Listed For Sale
$200,000
May 11, 2004
Source: N/A
Sold
$105,000

Market trends in Chicago

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

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Neighborhood Overview

South Austin
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What Locals Say about South Austin

At least 647 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 64 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 58 % Say parking is easy

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 43 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say it's quiet

  • 26 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • Theshaveking
    "Close to the expressways and public transportation is readily available , and bike trails are plentiful "
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  • Armando Rey Gaetán
    "Normal, as if anyone walking there dog. Enjoying the walk with there companion dog. I don’t think there’s anything not to like about the neighborhood. It’s quiet everyone keeps to themselves and it’s just an overall great little suburb. "
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  • Michelle Walker
    "The culture. Chicago is like no other city. From the food to the lingo/accent, you won’t find anything better."
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  • Jordan Mullins
    "It’s a school around the corner there is a park and there are stores nearby nice people the area is also nice"
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  • Theshaveking
    "I lived in this neighborhood for two years. The neighbors are friendly and do a good job, keeping the area clean outside of the park district personnel."
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived there my entire life. it has its ups and downs, but my experience jas been overall positive. Relatively quiet area for the most part. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The area has plenty transportation options and plenty neighborhood stores. I grew up in the Austin area for over 40 years."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great place o live. Been there for 40 years. Love the food near by. Love going the JJ fish and chips near by"
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  • Trulia User
    "Grew up in this area and still family here too. it's what you make it. Love that it's at Oak Park and many suburbs. Great Transportation. "
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  • Trulia User
    "continuing to getting better, crime in the area is bad. public transportation access I'd greatly but dealing with some of the crime, it's just better to drive. it's is getting g better slowly."
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  • Trulia User
    "Heavy police presence with a lot of crime. Terrible schools, best perk is it’s near oak park a much better neighborhood"
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  • Eason L.
    "Easy to get to work bus stop not far from house bus service run on a regular and fast grocery stores are. Not far at all from my house "
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  • Samuel L.
    "There are no community events in this area mostly just large gathering of friends and family, but nothing that invites everyone in the area"
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  • Francisco B.
    "i see people walking their dogs around the area... some cats are around the area too... i have no seeing rats "
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  • Craig C.
    "Be as careful as possible with your family out in this area. Some spaces are safe and well maintained others are sketchy and unsafe. Be aware of your surroundings "
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  • Trulia User
    "Not the friendly. Depends if you live on a quiet block you may enjoy living here. But if you’re on a busy block you will have problems with neighbors , police , people walking their dogs and lots of trash . Sometimes it can be a headache. Tent has gotten so high. "
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  • Chanej25
    "I grew up in the North Austin area in Chicago. I currently live in South Austin. There is a difference. There is trash everywhere. It is not a very safe area. People hanging out in front of the corner stores. My car got broken into. When I made a police report the cop told me this area is notorious for auto theft and break ins. The pro is that it's close to Oak Park and closer to my job. "
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  • Makaela M.
    "I lived in the Austin Area for a little over a decade. grew up over there. the distinguishable difference between the south and west sides are the things in surrounding areas. corner stores, fast food, tiny local grocery stores, that kinda thing and they don't come and go nearly as often. Austin has had the same alderman for YEARS, the community is comfy with her. things have certainly changed, the neighborhood ebbs and flows but I've never truly felt uncomfortable. not riding my bike on my block, or walking to and from the train station during my rebellious teen yrs. the people who've been there, have likely been there for YEARS, their families live there too. just recently started becoming a little gentrified. "
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  • Maggy R.
    "Is good I have no problems with anyone and I’ve been living here for 3 years everyone is pretty nice "
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  • Janetjacks467
    "They should keep a close eye on their kids when they let them go outside to ensure their safety. There are a couple of near by parks to the children and nearby grocery stores to go to. Overall the neighborhood is quiet and majority of the neighbors stay to themselves. "
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  • Louvenia C.
    "The dog always really enjoy that there are other friendly dogs in the neighborhood I really enjoy the Austin neighborhood"
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  • Grannie G
    "Be involved in your child’s daily life. Know their friends and the activities they indulge in. The streets are not safe but with proactive parents, we can keep our children a lot safer. "
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  • Terrencetlewis
    "owning our neighborhood school hospital bank and clinic that's the only option there no other way for us to grow as a race"
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  • Genesis D.
    "The area is ok but violence is everywhere, there are plenty of schools and public transportation is used everywhere "
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  • Oscar A.
    "everything not safe dirty drugs no parking shotting to much garbage everywhere srug selling 00000000000"
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  • Jamillah W.
    "I drive so my commute is great. If I need to go downtown I catch the train, but I park close to the train station."
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  • Latoya D.
    "people don't like to see dogs being walked near their property if the pet owner don't clean up after it. "
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  • Kennethbritton340
    "I live in this neighborhood for 2 years and I’m use to the environment, but even thought there might be a little violence I still feel safe here"
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  • John C.
    "High traffic area of the sell of drugs at times. Late night parties in the street at the corner. In which I believe it’s due to traffic of liquor store. "
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  • John C.
    "None there aren’t anything specific about this area nothing but drug trafficking takes place here. The only excitement is seeing the police crack down on the sell of drugs in this area"
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  • Sean.kirkwood630
    "Police are around the area majority of the time and there’s crossing guards on the corners to help the children before and after school"
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  • Klong5462
    "My neighborhood is close to green line and #85 Central bus. I am close proximity to family. I can walk to parents and grandparents."
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  • Aneesha M.
    "There’s never anything happening around this area. If I go across the street, there’s a lot more things happening."
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  • Unspecified
    "It’s Austin, United in social fronts, but very Intriguing dealing with social issues, so I love my community."
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  • Kyndria
    "its cool. my neghborhoods doesn't really own dogs the few that do keep them in their yard. they don't walk them. hiwever I donot see dog poop aroung the neighborhood either so I cant complain about pets. but I can complain about the garbage on the grounds. and that make the rats and racoons come out to eat I hat tgat about our neighborhood M"
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  • Jamor P.
    "Easily accessible to public transportation and the commute to downtown is no longer than 20-25 minutes. Green line and blue line trains very convenient "
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  • Jay D.
    "Great I have a car so I don’t have a problem commuting anywhere,plus if I need public transportation I’m like a 15 minutes walk away to the blue line "
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  • Asia L.
    "the trash on the ground, also having alot of stray cats might be a pain when taking your dog for a walk "
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  • Pamela J. F.
    "The community events the Alderman have frequently, summer and winter events as well as other notifications sent about updates in Austin."
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  • Darlene
    "people do not pick up behind there dogs, people do not pick up their garbage we hind them selves they leave it in the people yard or by the curb "
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Frequently asked questions about 161 N Lorel Ave

  • What is 161 N Lorel Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 161 N Lorel Ave in Chicago, IL is $269,200.
  • What is the price history for 161 N Lorel Ave?
    161 N Lorel Ave in Chicago, IL last sold for $186,000 in July 2024.
  • 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 N Lorel Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 161 N Lorel Ave in Chicago, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 161 N Lorel Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 161 N Lorel Ave in Chicago, IL has laundry facilities.

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