538 W Root St, Chicago, IL 60609
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OFF MARKET

$281,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 1,794 sqft

538 W Root St, Chicago, IL 60609

Canaryville
Est. Refi. Payment $2,065/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 30, 2022 for $240,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$281K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$37K (-11.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$41K (+17.3%)
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 +77% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$281K
August 2026$283K
July 2026$283K
June 2026$277K
May 2026$281K
April 2026$276K
March 2026$274K
February 2026$276K
January 2026$259K
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
500 W 42nd St, Chicago, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$280,000
06/18/26
4
2
1,408
4147 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$568,000
07/10/26
4
3
2,400
3839 S Emerald Ave, Chicago, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$217,000
04/09/26
4
3
2,000
4217 S Emerald Ave, Chicago, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$528,888
10/22/25
5
2
2,204
4178 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$400,000
07/23/26
3
1.5
1,310
4188 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$410,000
04/17/26
3
2
1,389
4200 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$410,000
06/05/26
3
2
1,292
4161 S Wells St, Chicago, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$320,000
04/17/26
4
2
1,300
4160 S Emerald Ave, Chicago, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$551,800
02/03/26
4
3
2,560
4451 S Princeton Ave, Chicago, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$233,000
04/01/26
4
2
1,360

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
543 W Root St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.04
$644,700
4
3
3,000
Off Market
4135 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.04
$599,000
3
4
-
For Sale
4147 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.06
$568,000
4
3
2,400
Recently Sold
512 W Root St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.05
$646,100
4
3
2,600
Off Market
4170 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.08
$524,800
3
1.5
-
Off Market
500 W 42nd St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.10
$280,000
4
2
1,408
Recently Sold
4178 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.10
$400,000
3
1.5
1,310
Recently Sold
4151 S Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
0.10
$501,100
3
2.5
2,600
Off Market
4155 S Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
0.10
$450,600
3
2.5
2,500
Off Market
4190 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.12
$400,600
4
2
-
Off Market
4179 S Lowe Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
0.12
$1,480,000
6
5.5
8,500
Recently Sold
518 W 42nd Pl, Chicago, IL 60609
0.13
$404,500
3
2
-
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1882
1,794 sqft
$157/sqft
Garage

About this House

This property is in Need of some TLC but has Great Potential.It is being sold As Is
538 W Root St, Chicago, IL 60609 is a 6 bedroom, 1,794 sqft single-family home in Canaryville, built in 1882. It last sold for $240,000 on Aug 30, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $281,000, with a rent estimate of $2,759/month.

Home Details for 538 W Root St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 14
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryer

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake Shingle
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1882
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3075 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 30, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11451382
Sold
$240,000
Aug 5, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11451382
Contingent
$259,000
Jun 30, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11451382
Listed For Sale
$259,000
Jun 30, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11359003
ListingRemoved
May 31, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11359003
PendingToActive
$277,000

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$397K
$10.62KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
Price per sq ft
$296
$6MoM
Available listings
5485
8MoM

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Canaryville
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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Krystal R.
    "I lived in this area for 9 months and all I Herat is gun shots, police and ambulance sirens every other day all day long. This location is in the ending of Canaryville and beginnings of Back of the Yards. Loud trucks passing all day. Also it’s an entire GANG that resides and hang on this EXACT BLOCK. Although there are some nice houses in this area just not safe "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is nothing special about back of the yards other than shootings every weekend or any giving day. Loud music every other house, foreclosures,empty lots,etc."
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  • Sandy H.
    "Community seems a bit United if anything happens. Neighborhood is clean, no graffiti, easy access to transportation & convenient stores."
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  • Anthonio P.
    "Good place to live quiet hard working people FairPlay Walgreens dollar store near by post office park white Sox park nearby ole union stock yards transportation like redline and bus stops nearby "
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  • Valerietrentz28
    "I have lived here all of my life the neighbors are very nice espeshially when there is times when things go wrong in life though there to help you"
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Frequently asked questions about 538 W Root St

  • What is 538 W Root St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 538 W Root St in Chicago, IL is $281,000.
  • What is the price history for 538 W Root St?
    538 W Root St in Chicago, IL last sold for $240,000 in August 2022.
  • 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 $397K. That is up $10.62K from the prior month.
  • Does 538 W Root St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 538 W Root St in Chicago, IL has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 538 W Root St?
    The lot at 538 W Root St in Chicago, IL is about 0.07 acres (3,049 sq ft).

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