6730 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
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SOLD
AUG 4, 2026

$742,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 9 Beds
  • 6 Baths

6730 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649

South Shore
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 4, 2026 for $740,000 (1% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$742K
Since last month
Increased$13K (+1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$49K (+7.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$3K (+0.4%)
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 +144% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$743K
August 2026$743K
July 2026$730K
June 2026$696K
May 2026$698K
April 2026$694K
2023

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
6818 S Chappel Ave, Chicago, IL
0.16
Multi-Family Home
$615,000
03/09/26
8
4
-
6909 S Chappel Ave, Chicago, IL
0.23
Multi-Family Home
$1,405,000
10/31/25
8
6
-
7025 S Chappel Ave, Chicago, IL
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$620,000
12/30/25
9
4
-
6758 S Jeffery Blvd, Chicago, IL
0.19
Multi-Family Home
$700,000
07/20/26
6
6
-
6923 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL
0.24
Multi-Family Home
$399,000
10/23/25
4
2
-
6911 S Jeffery Blvd, Chicago, IL
0.26
Multi-Family Home
$290,010
02/13/26
6
5
-
6500 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL
1.02
Multi-Family Home
$680,000
08/20/26
9
6
-
7223 S Coles Ave, Chicago, IL
0.76
Multi-Family Home
$350,000
06/12/26
7
3
-

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
6727 S Merrill Ave #3, Chicago, IL 60649
0.03
$190,000
3
2
2,300
Recently Sold
6726 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
0.01
$205,000
3
2.5
1,668
Recently Sold
6721 S Merrill Ave #1, Chicago, IL 60649
0.04
$225,000
3
2
1,966
Recently Sold
2101 E 67th St #110, Chicago, IL 60649
0.05
$100,000
2
1
760
Recently Sold
2107 E 67th St #206, Chicago, IL 60649
0.05
$127,000
3
2
900
Recently Sold
6737 S Merrill Ave #1N, Chicago, IL 60649
0.03
$100,100
3
1.5
-
Off Market
S #1N, Chicago, IL 60649
0.02
$260,000
4
3
3,000
Recently Sold
6736 S Merrill Ave #4N, Chicago, IL 60649
0.02
$167,900
3
2
1,450
Recently Sold
6714 S Paxton Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
0.07
$215,000
2
2
1,327
Off Market
6707 S Chappel Ave #4W, Chicago, IL 60649
0.10
$74,900
2
1
750
Off Market
2201 E 67th St #2, Chicago, IL 60649
0.12
$91,400
2
1.5
1,200
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

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1917
Parking
Garage

About this House

Fantastic opportunity to own a turnkey three-flat in the elevated Jackson Park neighborhood in South Shore, perfect for an owner-occupant or investor. The building is HUGE on a double-wide lot with each unit being 2100 SF. Fully gut rehabbed in 2014 with all new plumbing, electrical, drywall and refinished floors. Each unit offers three spacious bedrooms and two full baths, along with expansive living and dining areas, a bright sunroom, and a large open kitchen featuring granite and stainless steel appliances each unit includes a "separate A/C, furnaces, hot water heaters, and in-unit W/D" ?. Enclosed walk up, three-car garage, and a sizable backyard. The full unfinished basement presents excellent potential for a 4th unit, with high ceilings, egress/ingress - an outstanding value-add opportunity. Ideally located on one of the nicest streets in Jackson Park, South Shore's beautiful beaches and boat docks, the Museum of Science and Industry, and a variety of shopping and dining options. Convenient access to downtown via bus, train, or Lake Shore Drive. Adding to the area's appeal, a new family entertainment center is scheduled to break ground in Spring 2026. 2 units are currently rented at $1990-2100/unit, reflecting the quality level of finishes and location. Assumablie FHA Loan 2.75% Loan balance $358,109.00 PITI $2,777.00.
6730 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 is a 9 bedroom, 6 bathroom multi-family in South Shore, built in 1917. It last sold for $740,000 on Aug 4, 2026 (1% above the $730,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2019 with an asking price of $1,750 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 24, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $742,200, with a rent estimate of $1,233/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by George Ayling, (312) 421-1000
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Bought with: Shon Conley, (708) 305-4467, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12692973

Home Details for 6730 S Merrill Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,Full,DaylightNumber of Rooms: 25
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 9Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 6
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PorchFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1917
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi Family
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 20244020130000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $730,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jul 07 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Community

Community Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4356 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12692973

Additional Information

ParkLakeCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 4, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12692973
Sold
$740,000
Jul 7, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12692973
Contingent
$730,000
Jul 1, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12692973
Listed For Sale
$730,000
Jul 1, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12606467
ListingRemoved
$698,750
May 20, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12606467
ListingRemoved
$698,750

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$389K
$10.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$294
$8MoM
Available listings
5488
263MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

South Shore
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What Locals Say about South Shore

At least 371 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 72 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say car is needed

  • 61 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 43 % Say kids play outside

  • 41 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 39 % Say there's wildlife

  • 38 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 35 % Say parking is easy

  • 27 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • LaTanya Orr
    "I was born/raised in Chicago- grew up in North Roseland. I currently live in South Shore. Love the proximity to the Lake. While there’s some economic investment happening in South Shore, still a lot could be done to improve the quality of the neighborhood. "
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  • Miranda Harris
    "Movies in the yard have nice places to go with my family having access to all exciting events in the community getting to meet new & kind & loving people"
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  • Tracy Monden
    "Idk I’m not a dog owner I don’t need a pet or want a pet but is a dog friendly neighborhood you see a lot of people walking tvey dogs "
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  • Andersonlatasha15
    "Very nice good community close to stores u walk to park kids school near laundry mat next to me hospital "
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  • Trulia User
    "People throw the food on the ground and I have to fight my dog to take chicken bones from her. It’s very stressful "
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  • Cashmere Pollard
    "I do not have a dog so I really would not know what dog owners would like or not like about living in the South Shore neighborhood. "
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  • America2000 Mcmasters
    "The building I live in is everything you want in a home. Neighbors friendly, doormen, well kept, no worries. But the neighborhood is not good"
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  • Trulia User
    "Very dangerous neighborhood to live in,if you have kids I wouldn’t recommend this neighborhood.someone busted out my car window and stole some things out of my car.Everyone around here looks like they’re on drugs,and there is never any parking"
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  • Marcia Riddle
    "I wanted to know, can I come and see the apartment Wednesday or Thursday can I come and see the apartment "
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  • Trulia User
    "Remember that the schools are better in areas where taxes are paid by home owners. If you must live in south shore try to stay near more homes than apartments"
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  • Trulia User
    "if you want your kids safe, keep them inside or be out with your kids. It's clear that parents don't pay attention to their children these days, so if your not one of those parents them keep an eye on yours at all times. This isn't a neighborhood I would let my child out to play.... period!!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve been living over here for 3 years and haven’t seen any special neighborhood events. It would be nice to have a block party or something"
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  • Trulia User
    "The commute to downtown is pretty easy when there’s no traffic, and it’s easy access to north Chicago"
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a good area to be in and it’s very safe and friendly I used to grow up in this area all my life . "
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  • Trulia User
    "Work from home although if you drive you’re right at Lake Shore Drive which is extremely convenient."
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  • Trulia User
    "Everything is walking distance and when you speak to people they speak back most of them. Far as helping each other not everyone help people but you have a few that would help "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of teenagers that hang in nearby park. The teenagers hang in the park everyday and this could be unsafe."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s near my place of worship. I can walk around the corner. This works for me since gas is so high. I accept the neighborhood. I"
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  • Trulia User
    "Love the proximity to the lakefront and also the Loop. Our neighborhood is quiet. We’re within minutes of most services/stores."
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  • Trulia User
    "Public transportation available in this area public schools and very peaceful neighborhood easy walk to the beach wonderful place to live l really enjoy living in the south shore areas"
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  • Trulia User
    "I see dog owners walk their dogs all the time. Seems like everyone is conscientious about their pets."
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 28 years and have not seen too many bad things. There are a few who don’t value property but they are outnumbered by those who do. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Body picks up after dogs, dogs run free, owners don’t care about animals dog poop everywhere, dogs not kept on lease"
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  • Trulia User
    "This is an great neighborhood to stay in with family and friends. They are friendly and respectful to one another."
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  • Trulia User
    "it's cool has some nice areas to live in a few good schools and 2 grocery stores that I got to on a regular. I would recommend this neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "It was a nice neighborhood where kids could be kids but it’s riff rad everywhere but this was controlled "
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  • Trulia User
    "This community need a lot of organizing, I’ve even living here for approximately three years and our streets are rarely cleaned. The Alderman presence is absent. The neighbors aren’t willing to help better the neighborhood!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Frequent dog walkers around the neighborhood and especially on the lakefront. Great place to walk your pets or let them play at the dog park"
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  • Jtfour911
    "High crime area. High unemployment area. Near buses and Metra trains. Near lakefront and Rainbow beach. Area use to be nice, clean blue collar in the seventies. Decline started in the eighties and nineties (relocation of people from demolished housing developments) to areas nearby. Improvement might come sometime in the future because of location to the lake."
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  • Trulia User
    "We have many neighbors in our neighborhood and the area have a great park and also a private beach which we enjoy during summer or whenever the weather is nice "
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  • Trulia User
    "This neighborhood isn’t very special in my opinion. I would like to not live in this area for much longer. "
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  • Michquel H.
    "Not enough safe parks and a lot of the older teenagers take over the nicer area parks just hanging out. But the best perk is being so so close to the lakefront."
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  • Ashley R.
    "There’s not many parks in the area for the kids and there are a few busy streets in the vicinity. Some people drive fast down the streets and there are a lot of stray cats and raccoons an possums around at night. "
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  • Karen E.
    "no one has a problem living in the South shore area it's well it will maintain and went over here nice it's one gigantic melting pots and dog super dog friendly"
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  • Brittany C.
    "Close to golf course, public transportation, and lake front. Lived here for 33 years without issues. Some areas are worst than others, but overall you can enjoy lakeside or lake vicinity living without the price. "
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  • Lisa_castro
    "The beach scenery is very beautiful. I love that I can look out the window and see nature. It’s just beautiful."
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  • Latoya E.
    "festivals and food give aways.along with other community events. great place to kive. area wepl policed"
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  • Tlamina1986
    "Plenty of parks and recreation areas to take your children to play. There are some good local schools in the area . Minutes from Hyde Park Area "
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  • Nick C.
    "We have the south shore cutler festival. There is also the monarch butterfly festival as well as a farmers market in the summer/fall"
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  • Mona E.
    "Love the neighborhood! Purchased a home at 72nd and Crandon. Easy to take the train and easy to get to LakeShore Drive. The area is changing and a Local Market opened up a few weeks ago. "
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Frequently asked questions about 6730 S Merrill Ave

  • What is 6730 S Merrill Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 6730 S Merrill Ave in Chicago, IL is $742,200.
  • What is the price history for 6730 S Merrill Ave?
    6730 S Merrill Ave in Chicago, IL last sold for $740,000 in August 2026.
  • 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 $389K. That is up $10.33K from the prior month.

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