8948 S Vincennes Ave, Chicago, IL, 60620
About This Home
Welcome to the popular Washington Heights neighborhood! This beautifully remodeled 4-bedroom sun filled home features gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main living areas and luxury vinyl flooring in the kitchen and basement. The eat-in kitchen offers custom shaker cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Both full bathrooms are thoughtfully updated with soaking tubs, creating a spa-like feel. The fully finished basement provides exceptional additional living space, including a large bedroom, family room, separate office, laundry room, and ample storage space. Recent updates include new AC, new windows, new plumbing fixtures, new LED lighting, new electrical panel, and a newer roof. Step outside to enjoy a newer, expansive deck, perfect for entertaining, along with a new privacy fence and a 2.5-car garage. Conveniently located just minutes to the Metra station, shopping and local restaurants. Low taxes with no exemptions. Schedule your showing today!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1961
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2025
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished,Full
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Family Room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15X15
Features
- Finished area below ground: 950
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,950
- Total interior livable area: 1,950 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 190
- Dimensions: 19X10
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10X10
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17X12
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12X10
Office
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13X10
Storage
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 21X8
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 25052210260000
- Special condition: None
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 3,750 sqft
- Lot size dimensions: 30 x 125
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Covered spaces: 2.5
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,465 | $17,580 |
| Home Insurance * | $294 | $3,528 |
| Property Taxes | $417 | $5,004 |
| Electricity | $149 | $1,799 |
| Total | $2,325 | $27,900 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-07 | Listed for rent | $2,500 |
| 2026-05-07 | Contingent | $289,900 |
| 2026-05-06 | Listing removed | $2,500 |
| 2026-04-25 | Listed for rent | $2,500 |
| 2026-04-25 | Listing removed | $2,500 |
| 2026-04-20 | Listed for rent | $2,500 |
| 2026-04-09 | Listed for sale | $289,900 |
| 2026-04-09 | Listing removed | $289,900 |
| 2026-03-24 | Contingent | $289,900 |
| 2026-03-19 | Listed for sale | $289,900 |
| 2026-03-19 | Listing removed | $299,900 |
| 2026-02-12 | Listed for sale | $299,900 |
| 2025-12-02 | Sold | $103,000 |
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