540 E 86th Pl, Chicago, IL 60619
OFF MARKET

540 E 86th Pl
Chicago, IL 60619

Chatham
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,091 sqft

$188,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,349/mo*
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$188,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,349/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,091 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1952
Living Area
1,091 sqft
Price/Sqft
$173
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 540 E 86th Pl, Chicago, IL. 540 E 86th Pl is in the Chatham neighborhood in Chicago, IL and in ZIP code 60619. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,091 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 3780 sqft and was built in 1952.
540 E 86th Pl, Chicago, IL 60619 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,091 sqft single-family home in Chatham, built in 1952. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $188,400, with a rent estimate of $2,981/month.

Home Details for 540 E 86th Pl

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Stone
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3780 sqft

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$382K
$16.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$290
$13MoM
Available listings
5747
168MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$1,930
Assessment$129,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 540 E 86th Pl

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
513 E 87th St, Chicago, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$124,900
10/03/25
3
2
1,120
600 E 87th Pl, Chicago, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$329,900
07/10/26
3
2
1,200
531 E 87th St, Chicago, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$214,000
07/23/26
3
2
1,500
508 E 87th St, Chicago, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$139,900
07/17/26
3
2.5
1,200
432 E 88th St, Chicago, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$220,000
01/06/26
3
2
1,134
8641 S Calumet Ave, Chicago, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$225,000
07/31/26
3
2
1,000
8550 S Saint Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$171,017
08/18/25
4
2
1,500
8446 S King Dr, Chicago, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$175,000
03/31/26
3
2
1,000
8604 S Vernon Ave, Chicago, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$117,000
04/21/26
3
2
1,299
323 E 87th St, Chicago, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$140,000
12/18/25
3
2
1,104

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Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 540 E 86th Pl.
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Neighborhood Overview

Chatham
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What Locals Say about Chatham

At least 221 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 69 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 63 % Say parking is easy

  • 61 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say kids play outside

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 45 % Say it's quiet

  • 36 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 25 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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    "Great area for pets very safe and clean"
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  • Jz4jrs6whk
    "Events , getting together more , no gun violence, having things to do & Chicago instead of sitting. Help more with the community "
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  • Celena White
    "I love it and more comfortable with area safe and comfortable with it and stay wherever I want to anywhere go area "
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  • Bb8ybz92cq
    "I see dog owners walking their dogs all the time. They look very comfortable. I have had friends visit that have had dogs with them and I have a great day."
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  • Eric Williams
    "Commuting from Chatham is easy. The Metra station is close and convenient and the CTA runs regularly throughout Chatham making it easy to get around the city. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many families in the neighborhood and they look after each other. There are also a bunch of nice parks."
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  • Trulia User
    "I loved the neighborhood garden walks and the close proximities to stores restaurants and schools. My neighbors were always looking out for each other and helped keep our lawns and sidewalks clean. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It can feel like a close knit family type neighborhood if you live over here long enough but it is not safe. Just watch your surroundings like any other neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "Chatham is a absolute HORRIBLE place to live. All the buildings are old and unkempt. I hate this area ALLLL the violence in chicago happens here"
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  • Trulia User
    "I drive to and from work. There are two major grocery store along with Walmart, Lowe’s and Home Depot."
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighbors do not look out for one another. It’s loud and crime is high. Parking is hard to find on the streets."
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  • Antoinette T. J.
    "Neighborhood is dangerous for traveling and just walk in the neighborhood. Mail is not on time and there’s a lot of drug selling and hanging out at night with a lot of loud noises at night"
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  • Cloritha H.
    "My neighborhood has great transportation to getting to and from downtown. Great walking distance to the bus stop"
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  • Lavita Y.
    "Love it here Very live scenes and vibrant neighborhoods basically very festive and local to all kind of goods "
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  • Dennis W.
    "I've been living in the Chatham area since 2004. the area is nice but the residents make the neighborhood look bad. it's a hit and miss with the crime. "
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  • Lavita Y.
    "It’s not safe for children annoying train station stalkers that sell weed, shootings at both gas stations and nasty local restaurants and stores"
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  • Wbang060
    "All the littering that are inside the neighborhood it as if the neighbors doesn’t have any respect for the pet owners."
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  • Kristihawkins08
    "Great neighborhood, safe and quiet. Lived here for over 15 years with my family. Easy access to public transportation and there’s a movie theatre nearby, lots of restaurants, laundry mat, dry cleaners, gym and strip mall. Recommended "
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  • Marissa B.
    "I drive, which is a simple and easy commute. Cottage Grove, King Dr., Lake Shore Drive, and I-94 are all close by options."
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  • Leonwms
    "It’s a suburban atmosphere on the southside of Chicago It’s very close to downtown in the financial district"
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  • Pat H.
    "Friendly neighborhood, lots of stores nearby. Children walk to school daily. For the most part it's a safe community in the South side of Chicago."
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  • Kisha F.
    "this is a very violent and dangerous drug infested, drug dealers the landlords are slum the streets have thousands of pot holes kids out of control they basically run the neighborhood"
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  • Vivian J.
    "I see ppl walking dogs but no one cleans after dog poops. it's disgusting dog poop everywhere. these ppl need to be fined and there is rarely street cleaning in Chatham. this part of town needs a real makeover"
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  • Sheila R.
    "It’s pretty quiet where I live, and it’s well lit. The neighbors are very nice and many have small dogs like mines. "
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  • Sheila R.
    "The grammar school in this area is great!! One of the best! It is quiet on my block and safe and lawns are well manicured!"
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  • Triceey2
    "Nothing is done for the neighborhood. No community events have occurred to my knowledge. Crime ridden area."
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  • Wimberlyfloyd
    "Nothing at all it is too much crime And too many deadly shootings No shopping malls or any activities for kids in the neighborhood"
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  • Broggs88
    "The people are very very nice in the super wonderful middle class environment Thank you and have a great day"
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  • Tyler c.
    "My commute throughout the week is pretty accessible.. bus stop right on the corner & train station up the street."
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  • Morristine L.
    "Movie night campouts in the park. And the summer camps, and the fact that the kids can still play at the park without any violence. "
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  • Iviapatrice
    "its quiet and I haven't had no problems here. I don't see a lot of traffic which is excellent. it's close to stores gas stations and restaurants "
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  • London G.
    "Everything is in walking distance, and I have multiple ways to get downtown. I hate the parking though. It’s terrible all year round. "
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Frequently asked questions about 540 E 86th Pl

  • What is 540 E 86th Pl estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 540 E 86th Pl in Chicago, IL is $188,400.
  • 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 $382K. That is up $16.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Chatham neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Chatham neighborhood in Chicago, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Chatham, Chicago.
  • Does 540 E 86th Pl have air conditioning?
    Yes, 540 E 86th Pl in Chicago, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 540 E 86th Pl?
    The lot at 540 E 86th Pl in Chicago, IL is about 0.09 acres (3,780 sq ft).