8200 Major Avenue, Morton Grove, IL 60053

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8200 Major Avenue,Morton Grove, IL 60053
$495,000
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,874 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: ashley kain spector
Office: compass
MLS#:12692663
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$495,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$264.14

About this home

Steeped in rich history, this magnificent 1900 brick two-story originally served as one of the area's earliest wayside homesteads. It is perfectly positioned in the heart of what later became Chicagoland's legendary 'Rural Bohemia'-the roaring 1920s roadhouse and tavern district. From the exterior's weeping mortar and historic Romanesque herringbone lantern niches, to the interior's grand 18-foot ceilings, custom masonry arches, and dual fireplaces, this space creates an unforgettable first impression. Adding to the home's appeal are numerous updates- including a high-efficiency wood-burning stove in the living room, a new roof, new windows, a new HVAC system, and newly replaced sewer line, providing peace of mind for years to come. The grounds are a true oasis with a rare, park-like double lot shaded by a canopy of mature soaring trees, featuring an artisan flagstone patio, winding pathways, and an established harvest of apricots, raspberries, and perennial herbs alongside...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1899
  • Listing ID #:12692663
  • Updated:July 21, 2026 at 11:02 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:5
  • Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
  • Bathrooms Description:Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
  • Living area:1,874 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt
  • Year built:1899
  • Building area:1,874 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.09 Acres
  • Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels:2 Story

Schools

  • High school:Niles West High School
  • Middle school:Lincoln Junior High School
  • Elementary school:Thomas Edison Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$495,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$264.14
  • Tax amount:$11,622 (2024)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:1
  • Parking description:Concrete, Detached Garage, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:1.5
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