8747 Harper Ave
Beautiful brick 3 unit located in the desirable Calumet Heights neighborhood. Property is being sold As-is. No standard FHA financing. Conventional or FHA 203(K) financing only. The property is in need of repairs, which includes the back porch, building roof, garage roof, tuckpointing for both the building and garage. The building's roof is in the later stages of its life cycle. Each unit features 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, along with a spacious traditional floor plan that includes a formal living room and separate dining room. The full walkout basement includes a separate bedroom, living room, full bathroom, and kitchen. This allows for maximum rental income opportunity. A separate laundry area serves the entire building. Conveniently located just one block west of Stony Island. Close to Pete's Fresh Market, restaurants, CVS, and Walgreens.
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Daisy Bates Academy of Social Justic
YCCS Charter - Chatham
Black Magnet Elementary School
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School
Avalon Park Elementary School
Earhart Elementary Opt for Knowl School
Washington H Elementary School
YCCS-Sullivan House Alt High School
School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
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| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2026 | Price change | $398,000 |
| 07/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,000 |
Listed by Michael Ricketts · Core Realty & Investments Inc. · 2242354336
Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.
Last Updated: October 28, 2026 at 11:05 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12695879
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