419 E 42nd St, Chicago, IL 60653
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OFF MARKET

419 E 42nd St
Chicago, IL 60653

Bronzeville
  • 8 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,500 sqft

$642,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,367/mo*
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$642,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,367/mo*
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8 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,500 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Attention rehabbers and developers seeking a prime investment opportunity in Bronzeville! This impressive, multi-level historic home is begging for your touch and expertise. Ideally located just minutes from downtown and two blocks from the train station, the property is nestled in a well-maintained neighborhood with a thriving community spirit. With a generous and flexible floor plan spanning four distinct levels, this home is bursting with potential. The first floor boasts an elegant foyer, a grand staircase, a formal dining room, a living room with a fireplace, a parlor room, a half bath, and a beautifully updated kitchen. Upstairs, the second floor is a blank slate, featuring four spacious bedrooms, including a master suite with an en-suite bath and laundry room and the option to add an additional full bathroom. The third floor offers even more possibilities with two more bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a vast den that opens onto a balcony. The floor also contains roughed-in plumbing from a previous kitchen, providing an opportunity for easy conversion. The fully finished basement has a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, sitting area, storage space, and separate entrance, making it perfect for an in-law suite for multi-generational families or an Airbnb. Retaining much of its original charm, this home showcases exquisite woodwork, moldings, soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and vintage fixtures. With the right vision and some TLC, this gem of a property will truly shine and provide a fantastic return on investment. The owner is selling the home AS-IS, making it perfect for a Conventional, Cash, or FHA 203k buyer. Don't miss out on the boundless potential of this grand historic home! Schedule a viewing today and start planning your remarkable transformation.
419 E 42nd St, Chicago, IL 60653 is a 8 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,500 sqft single-family home in Bronzeville, built in 1893. It last sold for $387,900 on Jul 5, 2023 (3% below the $399,995 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $642,100, with a rent estimate of $5,228/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 419 E 42nd St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 16Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Kitchen 2 Nd, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Sitting Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 8Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3500 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Oven, Range HoodDishwasherDryerLaundry: Upper Level,Electric Dryer Hookup,In Unit,Multiple LocationsRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Radiant FloorHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Balcony
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Off Alley,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1893
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 20032200090000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $399,995
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Apr 07 2023Possession 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

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Gramercy Group

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Gated, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4917.924 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Renovation Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11740589Attic: UnfinishedActivation Date: Wed Mar 22 2023

Additional Information

CurbsGatedSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Jerry Brown, (630) 909-9976
Keller Williams ONEChicago
Bought with: Jennifer Bell, (312) 714-2999, Fulton Grace Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11740589

Price History for 419 E 42nd St

DatePriceEventSource
07/05/2023$387,900Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11740589
06/11/2023ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11740589
04/08/2023$399,995ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11740589
03/22/2023$399,995Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11740589
02/05/2023ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11656921
01/29/2023$413,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11656921
11/16/2022$413,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11656921
10/20/2022$415,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11656921
10/20/2022ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11638571
09/30/2022$455,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11638571
09/23/2022ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11475351
08/05/2022$499,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11475351
07/22/2022ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11382458
07/07/2022$499,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11382458
05/10/2022$499,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11382458

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$370K
$21.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$281
$14MoM
Available listings
5571
201MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$500,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 419 E 42nd St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
4229 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$520,000
08/21/25
4
4
2,708
3936 S King Dr, Chicago, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$490,000
08/20/25
7
4.5
4,522
4932 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$894,500
11/04/25
5
3.5
3,600
4342 S Forrestville Ave, Chicago, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$690,000
11/20/25
4
3.5
4,177
4242 S Champlain Ave, Chicago, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$890,000
09/17/25
5
3.5
3,475
4244 S Champlain Ave, Chicago, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$900,000
09/18/25
5
3.5
3,475
4248 S Saint Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$499,000
07/11/25
3
2.5
2,633
4409 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$525,000
10/07/25
4
3.5
2,900

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Bronzeville
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What Locals Say about Bronzeville

At least 406 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 66 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say car is needed

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 46 % Say kids play outside

  • 44 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 39 % Say there are community events

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Sweet Pea
    "All the history, restaurants, movie theater. Stores and so close to I-55 and I-90/94. Lots of diversity "
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  • brioni26
    "One of the safer communities on the south side. Lots of families and dog owners. Walkable coffee shop, food spots. "
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  • Luis S
    "Plenty of parks and dog parks to take your dogs. The lakefront is only steps away from the neighborhood. "
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  • Treasure Harris
    "Fairly simple and easy to navigate within the community and surrounding areas. The wait for public transportation is quick during the rush hours of the day. "
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  • Ray
    "Yes there are a lot of parks and open spaces for dogs to enjoy and there are lots of dog owners living there "
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  • Rm_rod30
    "Bronzeville summer nights. Block parties throughout Bronzeville. Various active community events in partnership with 002nd Dist CAPS Officers. "
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  • CRYSTAl Williams
    "They break in a lot and sometimes the shooting is terrible trash all in the grass some people keep their lawn up others don’t"
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  • Draey Quarles
    "Great community and even better HOA. Highly recommend this condo for a new family or first family. Contact me for more details. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Community events, text thread among neighbors and neighborhood pride. Everyone is warm, helpful and inviting."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived here for two years and I love the neighborhood! It’s beautiful! I have very nice neighbors and we look out for one and other. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great and awesome neighborhood a place to raise a family, lots of good schools and restaurants in the area"
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many different families in this neighborhood. It's very nice but you still need to watch your surroundings."
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice area for adults to live in. I have been here with my family for a decade, moving from Hyde Park. Both neighborhoods are beautiful and right next to each other. I'd definitely recommend "
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  • Trulia User
    "It great no problems at all bus and train routes are close by very convenient for me and my family very nice neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "The closest to the downtown area and public transportation . The area is well maintained it has 3 bus lines and the transit system. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog parks near by. Lots of dog walkers. Several NEW dog parks have beeb built throughout the neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog friendly just a lot of crime in the area you probably need a dog for protection for your family."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s an easy commute to work via lakeshore drive which is about 3 minutes from my home! After that it’s a straight shot to my work"
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  • Trulia User
    "The neighborhood is very open with easy parking, wide streets and tons of new construction and revitalization."
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog owners love to see other dogs on a leash and dog owners love to see other people walk there dog early in the am when nobody’s out "
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  • Trulia User
    "Pretty easy. Neighborhood isn't quiet, but it isn't excessively loud either. Parking is not the greatest, but it's not that bad trying to find street parking at night."
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  • Trulia User
    "I live in the neighborhood in the '80s or 90s now I'm here in the late 2000s neighborhood is totally different than back then I love it because I was born at the Bronzeville area some area my not be good but it's history here I went to grammar school and high school here I still love it in this location a lot of good shopping stores around and it's close to Hyde park area."
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood has easy access to public transportation. It is located near the lake front has is only a 10 minute commute to Downtown Chicago. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Great area, wonderful people, amazing history, beautiful homes. Happy to be in this area. Love to see my people here."
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  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood, safe and friendly. From what I can see everyone in the area takes care of their property and cares about the way things are. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive my car to my job. It’s only 15 minutes away and I am going against traffic so it’s a smooth commute. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many families and small children in this area. It appears safe for families and single people as well. Overall, I feel safe in this neighborhood and have not had any issue with crime. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Bronzeville is a neighborhood rich in history and culture with great access to downtown, local neighborhood entertainment, shopping and more "
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  • Tracy B.
    "plenty of parks in the area, schools are nice mostly peaceful close to transportation it's a nice area to live in"
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  • Bintalev
    "Great area. Expensive in comparison to similar neighborhoods, but most properties are renovated. Neighborhood is still changing, but quiet the majority of the time. "
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  • Beebsmazyck
    "I love this neighborhood. Mostly calm, friendly, and neighborly. Continually improving. I could live here for the rest of my life. "
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  • Codieratliff
    "I lived in this area for 6years To much killing for the amount of rent they want still have work to do I. The area crime rate is heavy "
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  • Demarcus C.
    "Keep and eye on your kids at night. The neighborhood can be dangerous but it is much better now than it use to be."
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  • Emlansana
    "There is a sense of community. Nice parks and gardens. Many children and intergenerational families "
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  • Ashleyestatesllc
    "Nice people and great food near by. Good and close public transportation. People do need to pick up after their dogs though"
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  • Jamescameren
    "A church across the street. God is good. The violence isn’t at all. I pray for better days. There’s also a preacher who preaches on the end of the block. "
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  • Mariecollinswright
    "Its beautiful community and very vibrant with tremendous history. My parents lived here when I was born."
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  • Elysia B.
    "Boxville underneath the 51st Street Green Line Station is wonderful. Happy. Happy. Happy. Expensive. "
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  • Alessondra F.
    "We do many events as a block suck as trick or treating, back to school block parties and bbqs just to name a few things. My block is very close knit."
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  • tasha4209
    "Bud Biliken Parade, the car and boat shows are the only community event I’m aware of. Unfortunately more needs to happen in this area. I’m happy to finally see a decent grocery’s store such as Mariano’s. I heard a Pete’s grocery store is coming soon so I’m hopeful that some of these anchor stores will be an attraction for more retail businesses in the community. We shouldn’t have to depend on events at McCormick place."
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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information