Charming and well-maintained brick Cape Cod offering classic character, comfortable living space, and an incredible backyard retreat. This inviting home features a bright living room with large front windows that fill the space with natural light, hardwood floors, and a warm, welcoming layout perfect for everyday living or entertaining. The updated kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, ample cabinetry, and a convenient breakfast bar-ideal for casual meals or morning coffee. Just off the kitchen, step out onto a spacious rear deck with a grill area overlooking the beautifully landscaped yard. Upstairs, you'll find generously sized bedrooms with cozy sloped ceilings, ceiling fans, and great natural light, creating comfortable and private spaces for rest or work-from-home flexibility. The true highlight of this home is the expansive backyard oasis complemented by mature landscaping and a stunning pergola-covered patio perfect for outdoor dining, relaxing, or hosting summer gatherings. This home is also blocks from parks, a public library branch, and highly rated Oriole Park Elementary. Numerous shopping, dining, and public transportation options are also close by. A wonderful opportunity to own a home that blends classic charm with fantastic outdoor living space, all near outstanding education, recreation, and shopping/dining options.
New
$459,900
7738 W Rascher Ave, Chicago, IL 60656
3beds
1,162sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
4,960 Square Feet Lot
$454,300 Zestimate®
$396/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick cape codClassic characterMature landscapingGenerously sized bedroomsGreat natural lightConvenient breakfast barComfortable living space
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: 11 hours ago
Listing courtesy of:
Andrew Conklin andrew@fultongrace.com,
Fulton Grace Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12584233
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Utility Room-Lower Level
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (SolidSurfaceCounter), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Full,Interior Stair
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,162 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 4,960 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola
- Parcel number: 12121080210000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Fuses
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $396/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $310,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,830
- Date on market: 3/5/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$454,300
$432,000 - $477,000
$2,709/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $459,900+29.5%$396/sqft |
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| 7/19/2022 | Sold | $355,000-1.4%$306/sqft |
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| 6/6/2022 | Contingent | $359,900$310/sqft |
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| 5/27/2022 | Listed for sale | $359,900+102.8%$310/sqft |
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| 4/11/1997 | Sold | $177,500$153/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,541 +15.3% | $31,000 |
| 2022 | $5,673 +2% | $31,000 |
| 2021 | $5,564 +19.1% | $31,000 +28.8% |
| 2020 | $4,672 +1% | $24,074 -9% |
| 2019 | $4,626 +1.7% | $26,455 |
| 2018 | $4,547 -4.1% | $26,455 +4.2% |
| 2017 | $4,741 +3.4% | $25,399 |
| 2016 | $4,587 -1.1% | $25,399 -9% |
| 2015 | $4,637 +13.3% | $27,926 +13.4% |
| 2014 | $4,091 +2.3% | $24,616 |
| 2013 | $3,999 +0.7% | $24,616 |
| 2012 | $3,970 -0.2% | $24,616 -7.4% |
| 2011 | $3,978 -0.2% | $26,570 |
| 2010 | $3,984 +14% | $26,570 -4.1% |
| 2009 | $3,494 -11.8% | $27,697 -19.3% |
| 2008 | $3,961 +10.7% | $34,327 |
| 2007 | $3,577 +9.4% | $34,327 |
| 2006 | $3,268 -5.1% | $34,327 +31% |
| 2005 | $3,446 +1.9% | $26,200 |
| 2004 | $3,381 +4.5% | $26,200 |
| 2003 | $3,237 -5.4% | $26,200 +25.5% |
| 2002 | $3,422 +4.9% | $20,871 |
| 2001 | $3,264 +13.6% | $20,871 |
| 2000 | $2,872 -0.2% | $20,871 +23.1% |
| 1999 | $2,879 | $16,951 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,948/mo
Principal & interest
$2185
Property taxes
$763
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Oriole Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Oriole Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Taft High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Oriole Park Elementary School
- High: Taft High School
- 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.




