3017 E 78th St #3A, Chicago, IL 60649
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UNDER CONTRACT

$75,000

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 950 sqft

3017 E 78th St #3A, Chicago, IL 60649

South Shore
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Home Highlights

Coop
Built in 1924
$79/sqft
HOA $638/mo

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School2 High Schools
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About this House

Welcome home to this charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath co-op located in a classic building filled with timeless vintage character. This bright, inviting residence was tastefully updated in late 2020 and is offered fully furnished, including all appliances, making it truly move-in ready. Perfectly situated just steps from Rainbow Beach Park and the shores of Lake Michigan, you'll enjoy easy access to scenic walking and biking paths, tennis courts, and beautiful lakefront views. The co-op is conveniently located just one block east of South Shore Drive. Monthly assessments cover property taxes, heat, cooking gas, water, and building maintenance, providing exceptional value. Additional amenities include an on-site laundry facility, private storage, and permit parking. Board approval is required for the purchase. With ownership costs that are lower than many nearby rental options, this is an outstanding opportunity to own an affordable lakefront home.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Leyla Jimenez, (773) 772-6969
RE/MAX LOYALTY
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12708558
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 3017 E 78th St #3A

Active Status

MLS Status: Contingent

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 950 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Common Area
Heating & Cooling
Heating: SteamHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall Unit(s),NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 7Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
Has a ViewView: Side(s) of Property

Exterior Features

Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 24

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924Year Renovated: 2020
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 21304150080000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $75,000Price Per Sqft: $79
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12708558

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Heat, Water, Gas, Taxes, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow RemovalHas an HOAHOA Fee: $638/Monthly

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Contingencies: Attorney/Inspection

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Co-op

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 12708558Zillow Contingency Status: Under ContractWater ViewWater View: Side(s) of Property

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

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Neighborhood Overview

South Shore
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What Locals Say about South Shore

At least 371 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say car is needed

  • 61 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 43 % Say kids play outside

  • 41 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 35 % Say parking is easy

  • 27 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 25 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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  • Miranda Harris
    "Movies in the yard have nice places to go with my family having access to all exciting events in the community getting to meet new & kind & loving people"
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  • Tracy Monden
    "Idk I’m not a dog owner I don’t need a pet or want a pet but is a dog friendly neighborhood you see a lot of people walking tvey dogs "
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  • Andersonlatasha15
    "Very nice good community close to stores u walk to park kids school near laundry mat next to me hospital "
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  • Trulia User
    "People throw the food on the ground and I have to fight my dog to take chicken bones from her. It’s very stressful "
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  • Cashmere Pollard
    "I do not have a dog so I really would not know what dog owners would like or not like about living in the South Shore neighborhood. "
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  • America2000 Mcmasters
    "The building I live in is everything you want in a home. Neighbors friendly, doormen, well kept, no worries. But the neighborhood is not good"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very dangerous neighborhood to live in,if you have kids I wouldn’t recommend this neighborhood.someone busted out my car window and stole some things out of my car.Everyone around here looks like they’re on drugs,and there is never any parking"
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  • Marcia Riddle
    "I wanted to know, can I come and see the apartment Wednesday or Thursday can I come and see the apartment "
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  • Trulia User
    "Remember that the schools are better in areas where taxes are paid by home owners. If you must live in south shore try to stay near more homes than apartments"
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  • Trulia User
    "if you want your kids safe, keep them inside or be out with your kids. It's clear that parents don't pay attention to their children these days, so if your not one of those parents them keep an eye on yours at all times. This isn't a neighborhood I would let my child out to play.... period!!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve been living over here for 3 years and haven’t seen any special neighborhood events. It would be nice to have a block party or something"
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  • Trulia User
    "The commute to downtown is pretty easy when there’s no traffic, and it’s easy access to north Chicago"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a good area to be in and it’s very safe and friendly I used to grow up in this area all my life . "
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  • Trulia User
    "Work from home although if you drive you’re right at Lake Shore Drive which is extremely convenient."
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  • Trulia User
    "Everything is walking distance and when you speak to people they speak back most of them. Far as helping each other not everyone help people but you have a few that would help "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of teenagers that hang in nearby park. The teenagers hang in the park everyday and this could be unsafe."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s near my place of worship. I can walk around the corner. This works for me since gas is so high. I accept the neighborhood. I"
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  • Trulia User
    "Love the proximity to the lakefront and also the Loop. Our neighborhood is quiet. We’re within minutes of most services/stores."
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  • Trulia User
    "Public transportation available in this area public schools and very peaceful neighborhood easy walk to the beach wonderful place to live l really enjoy living in the south shore areas"
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  • Trulia User
    "I see dog owners walk their dogs all the time. Seems like everyone is conscientious about their pets."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 28 years and have not seen too many bad things. There are a few who don’t value property but they are outnumbered by those who do. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Body picks up after dogs, dogs run free, owners don’t care about animals dog poop everywhere, dogs not kept on lease"
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  • Trulia User
    "This is an great neighborhood to stay in with family and friends. They are friendly and respectful to one another."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's cool has some nice areas to live in a few good schools and 2 grocery stores that I got to on a regular. I would recommend this neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "It was a nice neighborhood where kids could be kids but it’s riff rad everywhere but this was controlled "
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  • Trulia User
    "This community need a lot of organizing, I’ve even living here for approximately three years and our streets are rarely cleaned. The Alderman presence is absent. The neighbors aren’t willing to help better the neighborhood!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Frequent dog walkers around the neighborhood and especially on the lakefront. Great place to walk your pets or let them play at the dog park"
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  • Jtfour911
    "High crime area. High unemployment area. Near buses and Metra trains. Near lakefront and Rainbow beach. Area use to be nice, clean blue collar in the seventies. Decline started in the eighties and nineties (relocation of people from demolished housing developments) to areas nearby. Improvement might come sometime in the future because of location to the lake."
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  • Trulia User
    "We have many neighbors in our neighborhood and the area have a great park and also a private beach which we enjoy during summer or whenever the weather is nice "
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood isn’t very special in my opinion. I would like to not live in this area for much longer. "
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  • Michquel H.
    "Not enough safe parks and a lot of the older teenagers take over the nicer area parks just hanging out. But the best perk is being so so close to the lakefront."
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  • Ashley R.
    "There’s not many parks in the area for the kids and there are a few busy streets in the vicinity. Some people drive fast down the streets and there are a lot of stray cats and raccoons an possums around at night. "
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  • Karen E.
    "no one has a problem living in the South shore area it's well it will maintain and went over here nice it's one gigantic melting pots and dog super dog friendly"
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  • Brittany C.
    "Close to golf course, public transportation, and lake front. Lived here for 33 years without issues. Some areas are worst than others, but overall you can enjoy lakeside or lake vicinity living without the price. "
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  • Lisa_castro
    "The beach scenery is very beautiful. I love that I can look out the window and see nature. It’s just beautiful."
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  • Latoya E.
    "festivals and food give aways.along with other community events. great place to kive. area wepl policed"
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  • Tlamina1986
    "Plenty of parks and recreation areas to take your children to play. There are some good local schools in the area . Minutes from Hyde Park Area "
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  • Nick C.
    "We have the south shore cutler festival. There is also the monarch butterfly festival as well as a farmers market in the summer/fall"
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  • Mona E.
    "Love the neighborhood! Purchased a home at 72nd and Crandon. Easy to take the train and easy to get to LakeShore Drive. The area is changing and a Local Market opened up a few weeks ago. "
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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

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$72.6K
Since last month
Decreased$5K (-6.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$2K (-2.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$13K (+21%)
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 +209% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$73K
July 2026$78K
June 2026$76K
May 2026$78K
April 2026$75K
March 2026$71K
February 2026$72K
January 2026$70K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020

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
7321 S South Shore Dr #5A, Chicago, IL
0.73
Coop
$150,000
07/01/26
3
2.5
2,000
7321 S South Shore Dr #12A, Chicago, IL
0.73
Coop
$315,000
11/03/25
2
2.5
2,000
7321 S South Shore Dr #8D, Chicago, IL
0.73
Coop
$242,500
03/23/26
3
2.5
2,000
1522 E 59th St #2F, Chicago, IL
2.96
Coop
$132,500
11/12/25
1
1
800
5838 S Stony Island Ave #8E, Chicago, IL
2.97
Coop
$175,000
05/01/26
1
1
1,100
1765 E 55th St #J2, Chicago, IL
3.15
Coop
$136,000
03/18/26
1
1
1,050
5530 S South Shore Dr #6B, Chicago, IL
3.09
Coop
$116,000
08/17/26
2
1
1,100
6106 S Kimbark Ave #1, Chicago, IL
3.03
Coop
$150,000
06/18/26
2
1
1,100
5838 S Stony Island Ave #5E, Chicago, IL
2.97
Coop
$190,000
09/01/26
2
1
1,200
5532 S Shore Dr #6E, Chicago, IL
3.10
Coop
$132,000
11/17/25
2
1
1,100

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
7806 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649
0.07
-
-
-
-
Off Market
7810 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649
0.07
-
-
-
-
Off Market
7816 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
7825 S Coles Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
0.11
$270,300
5
2
-
Off Market
7829 S South Shore Dr #G, Chicago, IL 60649
0.09
$72,500
2
1.5
450
For Sale
5342 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649
0.09
$810,200
5
4.5
3,550
Off Market
7826 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649
0.11
$198,800
4
2
1,200
Off Market
7835 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649
0.11
$213,300
3
1
2,107
Off Market
7737 S Coles Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
0.15
$103,300
2
1
704
Off Market
7729 S Coles Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
0.15
$397,500
7
3
-
Off Market
7746 S Coles Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
0.17
$216,900
4
2
1,460
Off Market
2920 E 78th Pl, Chicago, IL 60649
0.19
$234,300
4
2
-
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 25, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12708558
Contingent
$75,000
Aug 10, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12708558
Listed For Sale
$75,000
Mar 29, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11658731
Sold
$60,000
Feb 3, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11658731
Contingent
$63,900
Nov 29, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11658731
PriceChange
$63,900
Price decreased by 15%

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Frequently asked questions about 3017 E 78th St #3A

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 3017 E 78th St #3A?
    Based on a $75,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 3017 E 78th St #3A in Chicago, IL is approximately $595 (about $396 principal & interest, $124 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 3017 E 78th St #3A compare to homes in Chicago?
    3017 E 78th St #3A in Chicago, IL is listed at $75,000, about 81% below the $389K median sale price in Chicago.
  • What do residents say about the South Shore neighborhood?
    Residents describe the South Shore neighborhood in Chicago, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See homes for sale in South Shore, Chicago.
  • What are the closest schools to 3017 E 78th St #3A?
    The closest schools to 3017 E 78th St #3A in Chicago, IL are Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School (rated 1/10), Powell Elementary Paideia Community Academy (Pre-K/Middle, rated 4/10), South Shore Intl Col Prep High School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 3017 E 78th St #3A have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3017 E 78th St #3A in Chicago, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 3017 E 78th St #3A have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3017 E 78th St #3A in Chicago, IL has laundry facilities.
3017 E 78th St #3A, Chicago, IL 60649 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 950 sqft coop built in 1924. 3017 E 78th St #3A is located in South Shore, Chicago. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Aug 10, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12708558.