Cheap homes for sale & real estate in Cook County, IL

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Cheap Home for sale in Cook County, IL:
Guaranteed rental income! 3 bedroom 1 bath, easily add a 4th bedroom on the second floor. Very clean basement for additional possibilities. There are hardwood floors, an enclosed porch and a 2 car garage with large yard space. Washer/dryer hookups in basement. Rent 1455 per month, month to month lease, seller will not vacate tenant.

$139,000

3 beds1 bath882 sq ft

9328 S Kimbark Ave, Chicago, IL 60619

Large yard space • Enclosed porch • Clean basement

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Cook County, IL:
Welcome to the perfect blend of comfort, space, and income potential. This outstanding multiunit property is ideal for anyone looking to live in one unit while generating reliable rental income from the other - a smart investment that supports your lifestyle from day one. Both units feature recent updates, including newly renovated bathrooms and refreshed flooring that add a clean, modern feel throughout the home. These improvements ensure low maintenance for years to come and make the property even more attractive to future tenants. Step into the main living unit and enjoy a largerthanexpected living area, offering the space your family needs to relax, gather, and grow. The layout provides

$430,000

8 beds2 baths— sq ft

5234 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60609

Recent updates • Renovated bathrooms • Private living space

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Cook County, IL:
GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY - Here are two lovely homes for one terrific price! The main house is a classic 3BR, 1 bath 1950s brick ranch with a great layout, many updates, and timeless appeal: You have a sunny LR, fab kitchen/dining combo, and lots of storage space. The guest house is a 2BR, 1 bath charmer and has been completely redone: It has newer appliances, a nice deck, and separate driveway. [BONUS: big ticket items like roof and water filtration system are done; property zoned R4.] The outdoor space is a treat: Set on 2.65 green acres with fruit trees- plus backs to farmland - so you can enjoy the advantages of rural living within the convenient reach of town. An IDEAL set up for extended fa

$395,000

3 beds1 bath1,496 sq ft

2944 Lincoln Hwy, Lynwood, IL 60411

Great layout • Many updates • Newer appliances

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Cook County, IL:
Investor Special - Auction Opportunity! Located in Hyde Park, this property presents a great opportunity for investors, rehabbers, or cash buyers looking for their next project. Property is being sold occupied with no interior access available. Drive-by only - do not disturb occupants. Auction terms apply. Buyer responsible for all due diligence, inspections, and verification of property information. Sold strictly AS-IS, WHERE-IS with no warranties or guarantees expressed or implied. Excellent potential for renovation or long-term investment. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, and public transportation.

$154,900

3 beds2 baths1,079 sq ft

1508 W 72nd St, Chicago, IL 60636

3,920 sq ft lot • 2 garage spots • Built 1913

ABOUT THIS HOME
Cheap Home for sale in Cook County, IL:
Short sale approved at 205000. Great starter home with solid potential and a strong opportunity at the approved value. The lender has approved the short sale at the list price, creating a clearer path to closing. Property is being sold 100 percent as is, please familiarize yourself with the short sale process to understand why. Home will not qualify for FHA financing. Cash or conventional financing only. Approved price reflects lender valuation and serious buyers ready to move forward are encouraged.

$205,000

4 beds1 bath1,223 sq ft

14522 S Marquette Ave, Burnham, IL 60633

5,357 sq ft lot • 2 garage spots • Built 1957

Property at 20520 Crawford Ave, Matteson, IL 60443, 4 beds, 2 baths

$199,900

4 beds2 baths950 sq ft

20520 Crawford Ave, Matteson, IL 60443

Property at 3806 Western Ave, Park Forest, IL 60466, 2 beds, 1 bath

$160,000

2 beds1 bath949 sq ft

3806 Western Ave, Park Forest, IL 60466

Property at 6852 S Dante Ave Unit 3E, Chicago, IL 60637, 2 beds, 2 baths

$95,000

2 beds2 baths— sq ft

6852 S Dante Ave Unit 3E, Chicago, IL 60637

Property at 820 Elder Rd Unit C411, Homewood, IL 60430, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$135,000

2 beds1.5 baths950 sq ft

820 Elder Rd Unit C411, Homewood, IL 60430

Property at 1490 Stanley Blvd, Calumet City, IL 60409, 3 beds, 1 bath

$110,000

3 beds1 bath1,010 sq ft

1490 Stanley Blvd, Calumet City, IL 60409

(219) 662-3000

Property at 523 N Pleasant Dr Unit 2A, Glenwood, IL 60425, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$148,900

2 beds1.5 baths1,300 sq ft

523 N Pleasant Dr Unit 2A, Glenwood, IL 60425

Property at 120 S Kinzie St, Thornton, IL 60476, 5 beds, 3 baths

$273,900

5 beds3 baths1,347 sq ft

120 S Kinzie St, Thornton, IL 60476

Property at 14227 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL 60419, 5 beds, 2 baths

$130,000

5 beds2 baths— sq ft

14227 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL 60419

Property at 348 Niagara St, Park Forest, IL 60466, 3 beds, 2 baths

$219,900

3 beds2 baths1,348 sq ft

348 Niagara St, Park Forest, IL 60466

Property at 5518 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60636, 6 beds, 2 baths

$395,000

6 beds2 baths— sq ft

5518 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60636

Property at 501 N Clinton St Unit P-250, Chicago, IL 60654

$5,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

501 N Clinton St Unit P-250, Chicago, IL 60654

Property at 7216 S South Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, 6 beds, 2 baths

$175,000

6 beds2 baths4,160 sq ft

7216 S South Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60619

Property at 2605 S Indiana Ave #1008, Chicago, IL 60616, 1 bed, 1 bath

$160,000

1 bed1 bath760 sq ft

2605 S Indiana Ave #1008, Chicago, IL 60616

Property at 317 E 134th St, Chicago, IL 60827, 4 beds, 1.5 baths

$170,000

4 beds1.5 baths1,240 sq ft

317 E 134th St, Chicago, IL 60827

Property at 8810 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60620, 4 beds, 3 baths

$365,000

4 beds3 baths1,412 sq ft

8810 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60620

Property at 18449 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL 60438, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$174,900

3 beds1.5 baths1,120 sq ft

18449 Ridgewood Ave, Lansing, IL 60438

(219) 662-3000

Property at 14056 S Marquette Ave, Burnham, IL 60633, 3 beds, 1 bath

$159,900

3 beds1 bath812 sq ft

14056 S Marquette Ave, Burnham, IL 60633

Property at 15333 Grant St, Dolton, IL 60419, 4 beds, 2.5 baths

$235,000

4 beds2.5 baths1,750 sq ft

15333 Grant St, Dolton, IL 60419

Property at 237 W 117th St, Chicago, IL 60628, 5 beds, 2 baths

$275,000

5 beds2 baths1,040 sq ft

237 W 117th St, Chicago, IL 60628

Property at 13620 S Atlantic Ave, Riverdale, IL 60827, 3 beds, 1 bath

$169,400

3 beds1 bath1,318 sq ft

13620 S Atlantic Ave, Riverdale, IL 60827

Property at 715 W 50th St, Chicago, IL 60609, 4 beds, 2 baths

$450,000

4 beds2 baths— sq ft

715 W 50th St, Chicago, IL 60609

Property at 11540 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60643, 3 beds, 1.5 baths

$139,000

3 beds1.5 baths731 sq ft

11540 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60643

Property at 5619 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60636, 5 beds, 2 baths

$395,000

5 beds2 baths— sq ft

5619 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60636

Property at 40 S Sycamore Ln, Glenwood, IL 60425, 4 beds, 2 baths

$189,900

4 beds2 baths1,041 sq ft

40 S Sycamore Ln, Glenwood, IL 60425

Property at 354 166th St, Calumet City, IL 60409, 3 beds, 1 bath

$155,000

3 beds1 bath1,150 sq ft

354 166th St, Calumet City, IL 60409

Property at 15202 Meadow Ln, Dolton, IL 60419, 3 beds, 2 baths

$179,900

3 beds2 baths1,391 sq ft

15202 Meadow Ln, Dolton, IL 60419

Property at 830 Elder Rd Unit B202, Homewood, IL 60430, 2 beds, 1.5 baths

$134,900

2 beds1.5 baths950 sq ft

830 Elder Rd Unit B202, Homewood, IL 60430

Property at 600 N Kingsbury St Unit P-108, Chicago, IL 60654

$30,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

600 N Kingsbury St Unit P-108, Chicago, IL 60654

Property at 211 E Ohio St Unit VALET-109, Chicago, IL 60611

$32,500

— beds— baths— sq ft

211 E Ohio St Unit VALET-109, Chicago, IL 60611

Property at 801 S Plymouth Ct Unit P-314, Chicago, IL 60605

$38,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

801 S Plymouth Ct Unit P-314, Chicago, IL 60605

Property at 1317 Franklin Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411, 3 beds, 1 bath

$169,900

3 beds1 bath1,188 sq ft

1317 Franklin Ave, Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Property at 9640 S University Ave, Chicago, IL 60628, 4 beds, 1 bath

$244,900

4 beds1 bath1,500 sq ft

9640 S University Ave, Chicago, IL 60628

Property at 1400 S Michigan Ave Unit P-512, Chicago, IL 60605

$25,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

1400 S Michigan Ave Unit P-512, Chicago, IL 60605

Property at 1400 S Michigan Ave Unit P-251, Chicago, IL 60605

$25,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

1400 S Michigan Ave Unit P-251, Chicago, IL 60605

Property at 1400 S Michigan Ave Unit P-520, Chicago, IL 60605

$25,000

— beds— baths— sq ft

1400 S Michigan Ave Unit P-520, Chicago, IL 60605

Property at 7715 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, 2 beds, 1 bath

$144,900

2 beds1 bath820 sq ft

7715 S Maryland Ave, Chicago, IL 60619

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Cheap Homes for Sale in Cook County

There are currently 7272 cheap homes for sale in Cook County at a median listing price of $360K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in Cook County stay on the market for 49 days and receive 3 offers. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Cook County every 15 minutes.

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