2856 E 79th St, Chicago, IL 60649
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OFF MARKET

2856 E 79th St
Chicago, IL 60649

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,925 sqft
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,925 sqft

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2459 E 74th St, Chicago, IL
0.71
Single-Family Home
$75,000
08/06/26
4
1
1,564
7652 S Coles Ave, Chicago, IL
0.85
Single-Family Home
$240,000
11/10/25
3
1
1,540
2520 E 72nd Pl, Chicago, IL
0.53
Single-Family Home
$44,000
11/06/25
2
1
920
2524 E 72nd Pl, Chicago, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$150,000
02/23/26
4
1.5
1,171
2604 E 74th Pl, Chicago, IL
0.65
Single-Family Home
$80,000
09/15/25
3
2
1,518
7247 S Oglesby Ave, Chicago, IL
0.71
Single-Family Home
$225,000
07/08/26
4
2
1,501
7422 S Coles Ave, Chicago, IL
0.60
Single-Family Home
$345,000
12/11/25
4
1.5
2,200
7340 S Crandon Ave, Chicago, IL
0.86
Single-Family Home
$140,000
08/03/26
3
2
1,424
7742 S Oglesby Ave, Chicago, IL
1.19
Single-Family Home
$152,500
10/03/25
3
1
1,775
7346 S Luella Ave, Chicago, IL
0.91
Single-Family Home
$97,500
07/07/26
3
3
1,850

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
7363 S South Shore Dr #409, Chicago, IL 60649
0.00
$46,000
1
1
800
Recently Sold
7806 S Cregier Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
0.00
$389,000
4
3
-
For Sale
2666 E 73rd St #8W, Chicago, IL 60649
0.35
$235,000
3
2.5
2,200
For Sale
2666 E 73rd St #8E, Chicago, IL 60649
0.35
$190,600
2
2
1,727
Off Market
2569 E 71st St #1N, Chicago, IL 60649
0.37
-
2
1
1,000
Off Market
7337 S South Shore Dr #401, Chicago, IL 60649
0.39
$75,400
1
1
800
Off Market
7337 S South Shore Dr #502, Chicago, IL 60649
0.39
$70,500
2
1
611
Off Market
7337 S South Shore Dr #902, Chicago, IL 60649
0.39
$120,000
2
1
933
Recently Sold
7337 S South Shore Dr #803, Chicago, IL 60649
0.39
$67,600
1
1
700
Off Market
7337 S South Shore Dr #1103, Chicago, IL 60649
0.39
$74,500
1
1
780
Off Market
7337 S South Shore Dr #904, Chicago, IL 60649
0.39
$57,000
1
1
800
Recently Sold
7337 S South Shore Dr #1004, Chicago, IL 60649
0.39
$59,950
1
1
850
Recently Sold

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1889
Living Area
1,925 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Extensive Fire Damage/Gut Rehab. Do Not Enter. Bring your vision and ideas. Great South Shore Location! Steps from the Cheltenham/79th Street Metra Station. Minutes from Rainbow Beach, Lake Michigan, South Shore Cultural Center, Lake Shore Drive, and 15-minute drive to Downtown Chicago! 1st floor storefront (originally) and 2nd floor residential area. Separate front entrances for 1st and 2nd floor. Two 2nd floor bedrooms. Formal dining room. Large living room. 3rd floor attic with three bedroom/storage areas. Adjacent lot available.
2856 E 79th St, Chicago, IL 60649 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,925 sqft single-family home built in 1889. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,122/month.

Home Details for 2856 E 79th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall, ElectricHeating Fuel: Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
AtticNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Pantry, Sun Room

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Slab
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1889
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: ranch

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4284 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 23, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12656145
ListingRemoved
$99,000
Mar 28, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12604207
PriceChange
$99,000
Price decreased by 17%
Feb 18, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12571723
PriceChange
$119,000
Price decreased by 1%
Feb 10, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12564808
Listed For Sale
$119,900

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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What Locals Say about Chicago

At least 29763 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say parking is easy

  • 54 % Say car is needed

  • 53 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 41 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say there's wildlife

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    "The people are all friendly and there is lots of diversity. The homes architecture is wonderful and a major attraction. The proximity to the lake, bike trails, sports, music and museums is so appealing."
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    "Lotsa baby-buggy buzz, family walks Good public transportation Variety of restaurants, snacks to dining out!"
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  • Andrea
    "I use to own this property, very nice neighborhood, nearby park has lots of activities. Neighbors are friendly. Near public transportation "
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    "Know all of the other parents and people in the neighborhood to watch out for the children. Keep communicating open. "
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    "Proximity to grass could be better. "
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  • Abbylynnneitz
    "There’s tons of dogs. Which is nice. But could be bad for unfriendly dogs that need a lot of space when passing other dogs on the sidewalk."
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    "Friendly, well-kept, quiet, active block groups, tree-lined, nearby park, amenities nearby "
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    "Save neighborhood , good schools "
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    "Great area for pets very safe and clean"
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    "Great public transportation "
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    "We have everything, it’s an amazing neighborhood to raise a family "
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    "Newly built middle school on a public Chicago park. In walking distance. Plenty of quick eating spots."
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    "I alternate between a 40 minute bike ride, a 25 minute drive or a 45 minute bus to train route. All 3 are really accessible. "
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  • Austinneace11
    "It’s solid. I drive and it takes about 15 Minutes. Pretty easy route! Traffic is light since I don’t drive on the highway. "
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    "I like this area very much labor are friendly, sidewalk is good, a lot of restaurant and bar, it’s convenience,"
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  • Jex
    "There are kids of all ages around the neighborhood. You may have trouble finding parking for school events, but public transportation is ample."
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    "Walkable and safe. close stores. Good for families and pets and friendly. Great parks for the kids to play "
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    "Kids ride around on bikes and walk around plenty! There are things going on at the local parks that keeps them busy. "
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  • Corinamattson
    "Dog owners love the accessibility to parks and well lit walking areas. Other benefits are that many people own dogs nearby. "
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  • LaTanya Orr
    "I was born/raised in Chicago- grew up in North Roseland. I currently live in South Shore. Love the proximity to the Lake. While there’s some economic investment happening in South Shore, still a lot could be done to improve the quality of the neighborhood. "
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  • Dtcfbsydy4
    "I drive south everyday. My commute is 25 mins. It’s very easy and I don’t have to take the highway ever. "
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    "Great neighbors and great family environment, safe neighborhood everything walking distance from your home "
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    "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"
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  • Corinamattson
    "I bike to work half of the time and drive to work the other half of the time. The commute is about 30 minutes either way."
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  • John, Doe
    "Other dog owners would like Chicago due to Many other dog owners to connect with but leash walking would be highly recommended."
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  • Corinamattson
    "Most folks on the block have dogs. We love it. There are so many people who walk dogs nearby and it is so friendly. "
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  • Cindy Wade
    "I’ve always visited this neighborhood because, my mother lived there for years. From visiting for years the neighborhood appeared to be very nice. I would love to live in this neighborhood!"
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  • Natariwilson10
    "My neighborhood has transportation Walkable area with an open tree lined suburban feeling in the city "
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  • Victoria Martinez
    "It’s a heavily dog friendly city, and some owners are extremely responsible and some are not. I would caution any large green space may mean off leash dogs who are either trained very well or not at all"
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  • 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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    "Watch your children and teach them to respect others around them, help keep where they live clean and safe."
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    "It’s a city so not the greatest for kids but good learning experiences. I think you can make it work"
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  • Corina Mattson
    "I adore my neighborhood. My commute to Lakeview takes 30 minutes by car and 45 minutes by bike. We are so lucky "
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    "I been here for years now it’s a place to stay but it’s getting better now I feel safe where I live "
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  • Amaryllis Miranda
    "Every summer there’s the Puerto Rican parade, a week long carnival set up in the park (now with an entrance fee, prior years were free entrance), multiple smaller festivals and there’s always at least some type of local event in the surrounding areas to explore. "
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    "Park events, festivals, outdoor events all summer long. Lake is close and lots of parks with wide open space and playgrounds "
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    "Many festivals and community events. Beach is walking distance , peaceful and very safe. Summer time "
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    "North Park Community Market is wonderful with live music and local restaurants and vendors. The Bryn Mawr Block Party is getting better every year!"
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Frequently asked questions about 2856 E 79th St

  • 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.
  • What do residents say about Chicago?
    Residents describe Chicago, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Chicago, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 2856 E 79th St?
    The closest schools to 2856 E 79th St in Chicago, IL are Excel Academy - Woodlawn HS (High), Powell Elementary Paideia Community Academy (Pre-K/Middle, rated 4/10).
  • Does 2856 E 79th St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2856 E 79th St in Chicago, IL has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 2856 E 79th St?
    The lot at 2856 E 79th St in Chicago, IL is about 0.10 acres (4,284 sq ft).