718 S  Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60624
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OFF MARKET

$411,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 7 Beds
  • 3 Baths

718 S Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60624

Lawndale
Est. Refi. Payment $2,881/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 25, 2019 for $275,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$412K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$24K (+6.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$137K (+49.6%)
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 +143% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$412K
July 2026$408K
June 2026$422K
May 2026$421K
April 2026$417K
March 2026$408K
February 2026$399K
January 2026$393K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
0.05
Multi-Family Home
$285,000
02/26/26
4
3
-
0.20
Multi-Family Home
$267,000
10/30/25
6
3
3,912
0.23
Multi-Family Home
$380,000
09/30/25
7
3
-
0.22
Multi-Family Home
$430,000
09/15/25
6
3
-
0.37
Multi-Family Home
$250,000
09/08/25
7
3
-
0.36
Multi-Family Home
$275,000
10/01/25
6
2
-
0.27
Multi-Family Home
$485,000
04/07/26
6
3
-
0.31
Multi-Family Home
$595,000
04/06/26
7
3
-
0.44
Multi-Family Home
$455,000
12/01/25
7
3
-
0.34
Multi-Family Home
$250,500
08/03/26
8
4
-

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
0.05
$367,500
4
3
-
Off Market
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.05
$285,000
4
3
-
Recently Sold
0.06
$400,000
4
3.5
2,779
Recently Sold
0.07
$412,000
6
3
-
Off Market
0.09
$350,000
3
2
800
For Sale
0.11
$393,700
5
2
-
Off Market
0.08
$412,200
9
4.5
-
Off Market
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.15
$269,500
4
2
-
Off Market
0.15
$447,400
7
2
-
Off Market
0.15
$10,000
-
-
-
For Sale

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
1895
Parking
Garage

About this House

Large lot next door to this recently rehabbed classic Chicago greystone provides comfortable living indoors and ample outdoor space. More than 75 ft of frontage. Building is minutes to UIC campus, 10 minutes drive downtown and right off I-290. Unit one has two bedrooms and one bath and is duplexed down to finished basement that includes two bedrooms, full bathroom and family room area. Top unit has three beautifully done bedrooms. Kitchens have 42" cabinets with cherry finishes.
718 S Kostner Ave, Chicago, IL 60624 is a 7 bedroom, 3 bathroom multi-family in Lawndale, built in 1895. It last sold for $275,000 on Oct 25, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $411,500, with a rent estimate of $2,158/month.

Home Details for 718 S Kostner Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 14
Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Stone, Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1895
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3484 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 25, 2019
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10488127
Sold
$275,000
Oct 24, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$275,000
Oct 24, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$275,000
Price decreased by 13%
Aug 24, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$315,000
Aug 16, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$315,000

Market trends in Chicago

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

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Lawndale

At least 496 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 71 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 64 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 61 % Say parking is easy

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 57 % Say kids play outside

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 41 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say there's wildlife

  • 37 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 31 % Say it's quiet

  • 22 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Drakkara Stallworth
    "Go to housing that have porch lights on that means there candy and don’t go in apartments buildings "
  • Juan Velasco
    "There are. Lot of parks so dogs can be walked in a lot of different areas. The parks are big as well so there is a lot of space for the dogs"
  • Bianca Love
    "Great Neighbourhood no problems Neighbors are friendly. I’m moving back in this area as we speak my kids are a lil older now there’s a lot of activity for them to do so yes i wouldn’t have it no other way "
  • William Granderson
    "Nothing they are good with they dog and all good people to have around in are neighborhood but anything of Internet they also some good people"
  • Tameisha brown
    "Needs improvement. Cant wait to move. Less privacy too much violence and not a safe walking place the area can most definitely do better "
  • Albert Franklin
    "Nothing is unique anymore there’s too much violence amongst the community and youth but it use to be a nice area back in the early 2000’s"
  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood block parties. They make the most the block. The kids come out and play. People come out and bbq. They’re are jumping houses everywhere. The times are fun!"
  • Trulia User
    "I drive and if I don’t drive I catch the bus on Roosevelt and Central Park . It’s the best commute from my home . From transportation to expressway and even walking. There are two parks I. Walking distances and so much more . I wish there was a better grocery store located near us . "
  • Trulia User
    "Community is very diverse. We have a lot of community service and take care of each other. I love and appreciate everyone within my community. "
  • Trulia User
    "A loving friendly environment for the most part. No break ins everyone look after each other. The kids play well along with each other. "
  • Trulia User
    "To be safe of your surroundings and stay to yourself, do not go to the neighborhood stores and stay out of the parks "
  • Trulia User
    "I grew up in the south side so little village has always been home to me. It sucks it’s getting gentrified, a lot of people that make it feel like home have left. I always felt safe here and the neighbors have always done their part to keep things clean "
  • Trulia User
    "This is no area to raise your kids the parks are not safe you can't sit out and enjoy the weather when it's nice out "
  • Trulia User
    "everything is very close and transportation is very close nice ppl friendly asmosphere. and very I wouldn't mind staying there forevermore and having many kids"
  • Trulia User
    "I just moved here it's quiet and the neighbors don't bother each other. There is a high school and church nearby and Pete's fresh market is close."
  • Trulia User
    "It’s a very nice neighborhood but just like everything else, it has problems but mind your business and keep moving."
  • Trulia User
    "they have sidewalk sells,potlucks come together in keeping they community/neighborhood clean and they comunt with one another "
  • Colleen H.
    "If you absolutely NEED to use public transportation it’s definitely available. My drive to downtown is usually 13-15 minutes with no traffic using the expressway but during rush hour it can take 25-30 minutes. There are buses and train nearby. "
  • Jamica88
    "I use my car to travel expect when I go down town I use the bus and the trains. The buses and trains are not always clean when riding. "
  • Alzonia A. M.
    "Riot Fest!!! Every year!!! Park district with pool. Schools and after school programs. Church, St Agatha. family homes"
  • Angela C.
    "We try to interact with the community. Such as block parties monthly meetings and at least oncd a month block cleaning. "
  • Terrence W.
    "I do not really know. I do see some dogs but they are not trained well. and some just always getting out their yards"
  • Princenolov33
    "well its a neighbor with no stores alot of police and activity. but like any other hood it has its prons and cons "
  • Rashidia C. .
    "To much drug activities kids can’t play outside can walk to the parks can’t sit on your porch with out gun shooting police barely doing anything about it "
  • Efrem C.
    "I see dogs walking their self. it’s not safe here, it’s very bad not for families It use to be quite and safe "
  • Willie B.
    "Generally no one bothers dogs with owners..there are dog parks in the area though. Please be a responsible pet owner. "
  • Pollie3160
    "keep your kids in the house its very bad around Lawndale area they shoot alot theres no where for your kids to play at it's just not safe "
  • Rashe.willhite
    "There’s access to public transit but it’s not safe. Easy commute to downtown but be careful and watch for robbers. "
  • Cityboidguy
    "Yes it is .. it is a landmark area but the crime is high and people are killed daily . I advise no one to live here"
  • Karen E.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 4 months and it's a nightmare. When I moved in the first month there was a drive-by shooting where someone died. Then about 2 weeks to a month later another one happened. Lots of police presence, not a safe neighborhood for your children. Please beware of your surroundings."
  • Vdosie53
    "it's some wonderful people in the area. But, it's a lot of drug users and dealers also in the area. Heavy and harsh drugs"
  • Anthonyespinoza2013
    "Please don't let your kids out when it's dark not safe alot of shootings. when people are double parked blocking the street don't beep you don't know how they will react."
  • Collinsashanti
    "Location is convenient. You can access public transportation to the down town area easily.. also close to medical district "
  • Anthonyespinoza2013
    "keep your kids inside at all times due to shooting on a daily basis. there are a lot of ambulances driving by with sirens on "
  • Danielle J.
    "The area is okay, but crime is terrible. Make sure to have kids play in the yard and not so much on the front due to craziness. There are lots of stores and schools plus great transportation, which is a plus! "
  • Ayesha G.
    "They would not like to take their dog out at night for a potty break unless they had a backyard. There are parks for the dogs to enjoy!"
  • patty p
    "They have police cameras and police patrol often neighbors are friendly mixture of homes and multi units "
  • Karen
    "there are no off leash dog parks around but douglas park is great for walking dogs. I would not walk alone though the park after dark though."
  • Bianca R.
    "You see people walk they're dogs all time I think it pet friendly but it been gun violence in the area too so u got be careful "
  • Malissa W.
    "the peewee football games and various community events in the park across the street.. the community is making an attempt to go in the right direction."

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Frequently asked questions about 718 S Kostner Ave

  • What is 718 S Kostner Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 718 S Kostner Ave in Chicago, IL is $411,500.
  • What is the price history for 718 S Kostner Ave?
    718 S Kostner Ave in Chicago, IL last sold for $275,000 in October 2019.
  • 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.
  • Does 718 S Kostner Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 718 S Kostner Ave in Chicago, IL has in-unit laundry.

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