523 W Root St
Chicago, IL 60609
Canaryville
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,071 sqft
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,071 sqft
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Description
This single-family home is located at 523 W Root St, Chicago, IL. 523 W Root St is in the Canaryville neighborhood in Chicago, IL and in ZIP code 60609. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 1,071 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 3150 sqft and was built in 1874.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago
Home Details for 523 W Root St
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Dining Room |
Appliances & Utilities Refrigerator |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: OtherFoundation Type: Slab |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1874 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 3049 sqft |
Price History for 523 W Root St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/21/2018 | $155,000 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09636453 |
| 05/11/2018 | $159,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 05/11/2018 | $159,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 05/11/2018 | $1,600 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 03/29/2018 | $1,600 | Listed For Rent | Agent Provided |
| 03/29/2018 | $159,900 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 02/10/2018 | $159,900 | PendingToActive | Agent Provided |
| 01/26/2018 | $159,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 01/12/2018 | $159,900 | PendingToActive | Agent Provided |
| 12/04/2017 | $159,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 10/13/2017 | $159,900 | PendingToActive | Agent Provided |
| 09/29/2017 | $159,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 09/07/2017 | $159,900 | PendingToActive | Agent Provided |
| 08/17/2017 | $159,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 07/26/2017 | $159,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 06/10/2017 | $169,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 05/24/2017 | $179,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 06/28/2016 | $97,500 | Sold | N/A |
| 05/11/2016 | $96,934 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 04/12/2016 | $0 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 11/20/2006 | $105,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 06/14/2005 | $108,500 | Sold | N/A |
| 03/11/2005 | $100,000 | Sold | N/A |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2023 |
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| Tax | $4,431 |
| Assessment | $210,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 523 W Root St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.23 | Single-Family Home | $144,500 | 10/23/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,050 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $177,500 | 07/24/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,130 | |
0.25 | Single-Family Home | $183,000 | 06/18/25 | 3 | 1 | 968 | |
0.54 | Single-Family Home | $368,000 | 12/17/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,030 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $410,000 | 04/17/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,389 | |
0.48 | Single-Family Home | $184,000 | 12/09/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,470 | |
0.82 | Single-Family Home | $239,900 | 05/27/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,000 | |
0.62 | Single-Family Home | $395,000 | 03/27/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,000 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $320,000 | 04/17/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,300 | |
0.68 | Single-Family Home | $65,000 | 07/19/25 | 4 | 3 | - |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 523 W Root St.
- Hendricks Elementary Community Academy
- PK-8
- Public
- 217 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageHendricks is the best school ever!! I went to this school and left in 1988. My two daughters now attend Hendricks. The staff really care about the students learning. The PRINCIPAL is the best ever and she really care and try to work hard with the staff, students, and parents. She really go above and beyond for everybody. THE Teachers are great. It seem like everybody is family and they work together to help the students get what they need. It is only so must a teacher can do and they really put the effort into helping.Parent Review12y ago - Tilden Career Communty Academy High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 246 Students
1/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageN/AParent Review17y ago 
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Neighborhood Overview
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What Locals Say about Canaryville
At least 45 Trulia users voted on each feature.
96 % Say there are sidewalks
93 % Say it's dog friendly
80 % Say kids play outside
76 % Say streets are well-lit
74 % Say yards are well-kept
73 % Say there's holiday spirit
70 % Say parking is easy
69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
65 % Say people would walk alone at night
64 % Say neighbors are friendly
63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
60 % Say it's quiet
54 % Say car is needed
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
46 % Say there are community events
27 % Say there's wildlife
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523 W Root St, Chicago, IL 60609 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,071 sqft single-family home built in 1874. 523 W Root St is located in Canaryville, Chicago. This property is not currently available for sale. 523 W Root St was last sold on Sep 21, 2018 for $155,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 523 W Root St is $266,400.