Three Residential Units may be possible with this zoning! Prime Development Opportunity in rapidly redeveloping Woodlawn at 6052 South Rhodes. Exceptional opportunity to acquire a large corner lot (approx. 10,418 sq. ft.), with 125 Feet of Frontage on 61st Street and 83 Feet on Rhodes, just steps from 383-acre Washington Park, and less than half a mile from the University of Chicago. With a Minimum Lot Area/Per Unit of 2,500 sq. ft. and current B2-1 zoning, the site is ideally suited for development. Per the City of Chicago Zoning Code: "17-3-0103-B The B2 district permits residential dwelling units on or above the ground floor." This zoning flexibility makes the property especially attractive for development. The seller is also offering a second large corner at this intersection (MLS #12454210), representing a rare chance to acquire two prime large corner development parcels in one of Chicago's most dynamic growth corridors. Highlights & Neighborhood Advantages: Excellent proximity to the University of Chicago South Campus and to the Obama Presidential Center. Unmatched CTA Green Line connectivity, offering direct access to IIT, the Loop, Fulton Market, United Center, and beyond. Strong market demand for housing near train-accessible sites. Surrounded by successful recent redevelopments, including the Jewel-Osco at 61st & Cottage Grove. Walkable to the University of Chicago campus, Logan Center, UChicago Medicine, Midway Plaisance, and two nearby Green Line stations. Just one mile from the Lakefront. With Woodlawn's revitalization well underway, this property offers tremendous potential for developers and community builders alike. Bring your vision and be part of Woodlawn's future.
Active
$145,000
6052 S Rhodes Ave, Chicago, IL 60637
--beds
--baths
10,375Square Feet
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
10,375 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 173 days |
- 32 |
- 4 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 05, 2026 at 09:13pm
Listing courtesy of:
Wayne Beals 312-767-0572,
Exit Strategy Realty / EMA Management
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12454285
Facts & features
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Alley
Features
- Frontage length: 83
Lot
- Size: 10,375 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 83x125
Details
- Parcel number: 20154030330000
- Special conditions: None
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Municipal Water
- Utilities for property: Electricity Nearby, Natural Gas Nearby, Water Nearby, Cable Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $130,220
- Annual tax amount: $2,757
- Date on market: 8/24/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,644/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $145,000+31.8% |
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| 6/11/2004 | Sold | $110,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,757 +2.9% | $13,022 |
| 2022 | $2,678 +2.3% | $13,022 |
| 2021 | $2,619 -9.7% | $13,022 |
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Neighborhood: West Woodlawn
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Fiske Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 1/10Hyde Park Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 299
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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