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Listed by Fernando Godoyof eXp Realty
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Est. payment | /mo
4 Beds
1 Bath
1,060 SqFt
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Est. payment | /mo
4 Beds
1 Bath
1,060 SqFt
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,060 sqft
MLS Listing ID 12715347
Style Ranch
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
Year Built 1965
Tax Year 2023
Lot Size 3,049 Sqft
Lot Dimensions 25 x 123.7
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Opportunity awaits at 6506 S Laflin St, a solid brick ranch offering outstanding potential for buyers ready to transform a property into something truly special. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom on the main level, plus an additional bedroom and a spacious family and recreation room in the finished basement, this home offers significantly more living space than meets the eye. This property is an ideal candidate for a partial or complete renovation and is perfectly suited for investors, contractors, or homeowners looking for a rewarding fixer upper with excellent upside. The functional ranch floor plan provides a solid foundation for modernization while maintaining the durability and timeless appeal of its classic brick construction. The main level features a bright living room, a dedicated dining area, a functional kitchen ready for your personal design, three generously sized bedrooms, and a full bathroom. Large windows bring natural light into the home, creating a welcoming atmosphere and highlighting the potential of the existing layout. The finished basement greatly expands the home's versatility, offering a fourth bedroom, a large family and recreation room ideal for entertaining, relaxing, or creating a home theater or game room, along with additional space for storage, a workshop, fitness area, or home office. With the right improvements, this home can be transformed into a spacious and comfortable residence while building substantial equity. Outside, the fenced backyard provides privacy and plenty of room for outdoor entertaining, gardening, pets, or children's play areas. The yard offers an excellent opportunity to create your own outdoor retreat with landscaping, a patio, or additional recreational space. A detached garage provides convenient off street parking and valuable storage, adding even more functionality to the property. Conveniently located in Chicago's West Englewood community, the property enjoys easy access to a variety of neighborhood amenities. Marquette Park is just minutes away and offers expansive green space, walking and biking paths, athletic fields, golf facilities, playgrounds, lagoons, and year round recreational opportunities. Sherman Park, Ogden Park, and Lindblom Park provide additional outdoor activities and community programs. Shopping, grocery stores, restaurants, retail centers, pharmacies, and everyday conveniences are all nearby along 63rd Street, Ashland Avenue, Halsted Street, and Western Avenue. Commuters will appreciate convenient access to CTA bus routes, nearby Metra stations, Interstate 90/94, and Interstate 57, providing efficient travel throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. Downtown Chicago, Midway International Airport, Hyde Park, the University of Chicago, and the lakefront are all easily accessible. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, an investment opportunity, or a home to customize to your own style, 6506 S Laflin St offers exceptional potential. With its desirable brick ranch design, four total bedrooms, finished basement with an expansive recreation room, fenced backyard, detached garage, and excellent location, this handyman special is ready for its next chapter.
Location
State IL
County Cook
Rooms
Basement Finished, Full
Interior
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Window Unit(s)
Fireplace N
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
View Y/N true
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Story 1 Story
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Structure Type Brick
New Construction false
Schools
School District 299, 299, 299
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition REO/Lender Owned
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