656 E Bowen Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
SOLD
NOV 7, 2025

656 E Bowen Ave
Chicago, IL 60653

Bronzeville
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,848 sqft

$300,000

Last Sold: Nov 7, 2025
8% below list $325K
$162/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,049/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$300,000

Last Sold: Nov 7, 2025
8% below list $325K
$162/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,049/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,848 sqft

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Local Information

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Description

Located in the heart of East Bronzeville, this historic row home situated on a deep corner lot blends the character and charm you would come to expect of this style home with some modern updates that make this home feel that of a new construction! Aside from the corner lot there is a lot more to appreciate in this home, the high ceilings are something you would expect in a new construction and not found often in row homes of this time period, combine the high ceilings with the open layout, you will be amazed! The main level offers a very modern feel with natural refinished hardwood floors, updated kitchen counters/cabiners along with a very modern full bathroom. The second level offers three generous sized bedrooms, a second bathroom which has also been updated and if you need more space the basement offers just that. Partially finished with some updates needed, the value add is really in this space where you can refinish, add a fourth bedroom while having a family room and your equity will soar! The two car garage is another feature not often seen in row homes, combine all this home has to offer with the location being so close to the lakefront and blocks from the heart of Hyde Park, this home will be a hard one to overlook! Minor updates are needed but there is huge upside! Get inside today to appreciate all this home has to offer!
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. This description is from November 07, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$162/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 656 E Bowen Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1848 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1878
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: MasoniteNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 20032140490000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $324,900Price Per Sqft: $162/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Oct 01 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2400 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Offer

Listing Terms: Renovation Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12440557
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Ryan Smith, (708) 497-2538
RE/MAX Premier
Bought with: Rosa Flores, (815) 200-8809, Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12440557

Price History for 656 E Bowen Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/07/2025$300,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12440557
08/04/2022$500,000Sold
N/A
08/23/2018$167,500Sold
N/A
07/10/2018$185,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/19/2018$195,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/03/2018$199,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
03/23/2018$199,000PendingAgent Provided
03/18/2018$199,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/11/2018$200,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$5,292
Assessment$250,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 656 E Bowen Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
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734 E 42nd St, Chicago, IL
0.11
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$235,000
06/30/25
4
2.5
1,877
4248 S Saint Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$499,000
07/11/25
3
2.5
2,633
4162 S Lake Park Ave, Chicago, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$285,000
03/30/26
3
2.5
2,060
4331 S Evans Ave, Chicago, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$520,000
02/27/26
4
3
2,100
4049 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL
0.59
Single-Family Home
$330,000
04/30/26
4
2.5
2,188
3918 S Langley Ave, Chicago, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$323,000
06/30/25
6
3
3,700
4932 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$894,500
11/04/25
5
3.5
3,600

Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Bronzeville
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What Locals Say about Bronzeville

At least 405 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

  • 45 % 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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656 E Bowen Ave, Chicago, IL 60653 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,848 sqft single-family home built in 1878. 656 E Bowen Ave is located in Bronzeville, Chicago. This property is not currently available for sale. 656 E Bowen Ave was last sold on Nov 7, 2025 for $300,000 (8% lower than the asking price of $324,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 656 E Bowen Ave is $318,900.