1860 E  81st St, Chicago, IL 60617
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OFF MARKET

$223,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,597 sqft

1860 E 81st St, Chicago, IL 60617

South Chicago
Est. Refi. Payment $1,601/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 15, 2020 for $159,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$224K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+1%)
Since last year
Decreased$5K (-2.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$64K (+40%)
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 +82% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$224K
July 2026$222K
June 2026$226K
May 2026$227K
April 2026$227K
March 2026$218K
February 2026$217K
January 2026$216K
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
0.14
Single-Family Home
$86,000
07/17/26
3
2
1,554
0.22
Single-Family Home
$275,000
05/18/26
3
2
1,642
0.28
Single-Family Home
$170,000
01/20/26
3
2
1,600
0.40
Single-Family Home
$125,000
05/12/26
3
2
1,487
0.11
Single-Family Home
$97,000
04/03/26
3
2
1,036
0.35
Single-Family Home
$149,900
02/20/26
3
1.5
1,482
0.29
Single-Family Home
$124,900
09/29/25
3
1
1,422
0.29
Single-Family Home
$225,999
12/09/25
3
2
2,000
0.32
Single-Family Home
$120,000
03/19/26
3
2
1,798
0.42
Single-Family Home
$145,500
04/28/26
3
2
1,600

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
0.04
$315,000
5
3
2,680
Recently Sold
0.03
$225,000
3
2
1,500
Off Market
0.05
$252,100
5
3
1,012
Off Market
0.10
$326,000
4
3.5
2,900
Off Market
0.08
$185,000
3
2
-
Recently Sold
0.08
$397,700
10
3
2,064
Recently Sold
0.11
$381,600
5
3
2,656
Off Market
0.12
$357,100
5
3
3,063
Off Market
0.13
$265,200
4
1.5
1,228
Off Market
0.13
$255,000
9
3
-
Recently Sold
0.14
$86,000
3
2
1,554
Recently Sold
0.11
$273,600
5
3
2,500
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1919
Living Area
1,597 sqft
Price/Sqft
$140
Parking
Garage

About this House

This Colonial style single family home offers plenty of charm and all of the comfort. Standing tall with two levels, 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, plus partially finished basement, the framework has been laid for you to make this home your own. Each room is generously sized offering plenty of space for that home office, fitness studio, workshop, laundry room, playroom and more. Work from home has never been more practical. Kitchen features a brand new stainless steel fridge, microwave, gas range and ample storage for your culinary endeavors. Cook up something delicious for yourself or share with friends. Float between rooms and enjoy the natural sunlight throughout. Spend time relaxing and cozying up in the living room next to the wood burning fireplace. Game nights and entertaining guests will become your new standard. Mitsubishi and Carrier wall mount air conditioning systems located on first and second floors (one each) along with radiators and additional fans throughout provide an optimal climate and maximum comfort year round. New washer and dryer, 4 piece custom built-in cabinetry in pantry, and window coverings including blinds and sheers for every window complete the upgrades. Take advantage of the yard and garden, which is perfectly suited for large gatherings. The outdoor space is completely gated and contains a privacy fence along the north and east property line. Leave your outside belongings and active wear in the mudroom located off the kitchen. Access to the driveway and detached garage provided via automatic gate. Located on a tree-lined street in the Hyde Park Township with close proximity to I-90 and Lake Shore Drive. A short commute to the University of Chicago, IIT, Hyde Park, Jackson Park and Lakefront. Be in downtown Chicago in under 20 minutes.
1860 E 81st St, Chicago, IL 60617 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,597 sqft single-family home in South Chicago, built in 1919. It last sold for $159,900 on Sep 15, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $223,800, with a rent estimate of $2,155/month.

Home Details for 1860 E 81st St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: GasHeating Fuel: Gas
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1919
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3354 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 15, 2020
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10799233
Sold
$159,900
Aug 5, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$159,900
Jul 24, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$159,900
Jun 25, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$159,900
Jun 22, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$159,900

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 South Chicago

At least 386 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 72 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 70 % Say parking is easy

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 26 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Jatwon scott
    "My community is great, loving people fast transportation everything is close in nearby and I love how the houses and the apartments are built, especially the flats"
  • Shamyah Tidwell
    "Dog owners will like that the area is friendly and welcoming to pets. People should not have their guard up with thinking the pets will be misbehaving and attacking them they should be able to walk with their dogs with no problem. They should be able to pick up after their dogs in areas where it is not intruding their neighbors property "
  • Landlord4141
    "Nice neighbor friendly people and not to far from shopping walking distance actually near cta also schools close to "
  • Trulia User
    "The Historical landscape and landmarks. Shopping is convenient and transportation is available. Schools and parks are clean and safe."
  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood feels like a ghost town,everything looks abandoned or is abandoned. No shopping areas, it’s a good desert and the way these management companies are jacking these rent prices are ridiculous "
  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood love to live here great community involvement would recommend others to live here"
  • Trulia User
    "It has buses to get you where you need to go. The buses takes you right to the train, it takes you to downtown Chicago."
  • Trulia User
    "Not a place to start a family, and if there is an opportunity to move out, I'll take it. For now just keep at daily here until then."
  • Trulia User
    "Winter time is brutal. salt trucks forget about us. 84th and Burnham. I drive all the way west to Roosevelt and California. Nice summers. brutal winters. great neighbors."
  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood has great restaurants and stores and I know my way around when going places. The violence is not as bad but some areas are good to live in."
  • Trulia User
    "Has great access to public transportation. There are grocery stores in walking distance. If you have school aged children, there are grammer and high schools as well in the area."
  • Trulia User
    "You will see other dog owners walking their dogs and they always speak when you do see them! It becomes the norm to see these neighbors certain times everyday. "
  • Trulia User
    "We have lived in this community for 15 months now and love our neighbors. We are a close knit bunch that watch out for one another."
  • Trulia User
    "We moved here to be close to our mom’s assisted living facility. We love this community for the openness of the neighbors, the active block clubs and the amazing wildlife diversity. There is crime here, just like throughout the whole city but we generally feel safe. "
  • Trulia User
    "I live in this neighborhood for 2 years never had any problems I go jogging in my area love living here."
  • Trulia User
    "There’s plenty of public transportation to the loop. The metra train and the express bus will go directly downtown. Also minutes away from Lakeshore Drive and the Skyway "
  • Trulia User
    "we use to have a block club but not anymore. I 've lived in the neighborhood for 30+ years and like everything else neighborhood activities slowly fade out."
  • Briana A.
    "The community does an outreach program to give meals to the community and the homeless. I love this sooooo much ! Let’s keep being intentional and loving on our people !"
  • Megan S.
    "Just stay to yourself. Mind your business and don't be too friendly. Depending on the area you can hear constant shooting especially in the summer. "
  • Glenda B. J.
    "The senior citizen events as well as the summer youth events. They’re always doing some event for the youth in the summer "
  • Audgreyrez
    "I’ve lived here my whole life but primarily the South Shore area and I love living over here. It’s just a very long commute to downtown"
  • Anelytapia2
    "Too many busy streets. Not enough light at night. Need more street lights and police cars around the area. "
  • Joni J.
    "Most of my neighbors are friendly and very concerned about our community,they are very aware whom are visiting "
  • ewy
    "They would not like there are no dog parks. They would not like that dogs are more than likely not trained and are more than likely used as guard dogs. They also would not like I have never seen a vet in the area. "
  • Ewy
    "Dogs are not trained here and there are no dog parks. Lots of loose dogs and killer dogs here. Must carry a stick for protection. "
  • Glenda B. J.
    "There are very few events. Most of them are from the neighborhood churches having their own neighborhood gospel fest"
  • Rashaunda S.
    "It is a lot of senseless violence going on and kids or adults shouldn’t be out alone or late at night because bullets have no aim or name."
  • Mildred M.
    "no we don't but we have block party every year in August and the kid enjoy there selfs they get a chance to play in the street for day out the year good food and games"
  • Korina F.
    "I’ve moved here over a year ago and I love it. I love how everything can be easily accessible to me. "
  • Tiara H.
    "There are great parks and beaches in this area i like the school my kidz attendant. great for dog walking in parks."
  • Michelle L.
    "The neighborhood is clean and tidy for the most part, so it’s usually a nice walk.....................::"
  • Joni J.
    "Dog owners appear to be happy with living in the area because most of the neighbors in the area has concerns and respect for one another"
  • Hassant73
    "I've had no issues over here, I do know stuff goes down but what community in Chicago doesn't have issues"

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Frequently asked questions about 1860 E 81st St

  • What is 1860 E 81st St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1860 E 81st St in Chicago, IL is $223,800.
  • What is the price history for 1860 E 81st St?
    1860 E 81st St in Chicago, IL last sold for $159,900 in September 2020.
  • 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 1860 E 81st St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1860 E 81st St in Chicago, IL has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 1860 E 81st St?
    The lot at 1860 E 81st St in Chicago, IL is about 0.08 acres (3,354 sq ft).

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