$689,500

8156 Knox Avenue, Skokie, IL 60076

Active Under Contract
6 beds 0 baths Built 1955 Residential Income MLS #MRD12704328 11 days on market
Listing courtesy of Second City Real Estate · 312-392-1650 · MLS #MRD12704328 · Status: Active Under Contract
Rare opportunity to own an updated and exceptionally versatile brick 2-flat in a prime Skokie location. Whether you're an investor seeking strong cash flow potential or a savvy owner-occupant looking to house hack (live in one unit and rent out the other), this property offers flexibility, income potential, and major capital improvements already completed. Each of the two main units features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, spacious living areas, hardwood flooring throughout, and modern kitchens and baths. The kitchens are highlighted by stainless steel appliances, white shaker cabinets, and granite countertops. Attached to each unit are enclosed porches which could be used for extra storage space or an office/den. Since purchasing the property in 2021, the current owner has continued to improve the building with significant upgrades, including a water heater replacement (2022), new roof (2024), new siding (2024), newer A/C unit (2024), and more! The basement, non-conforming unit offers additional finished living space with a separate entrance, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and living area, presenting outstanding flexibility for extended family, guests, home office use, storage, or potential future income opportunities. Additional features include separate utilities for the two main units, coin-operated laundry, flood control system/sump pump, detached 2-car garage, and an additional exterior parking space. Conveniently located near Downtown Skokie (shopping, restaurants, bars, etc), parks, I-94, and public transportation (buses and CTA yellow line).

Property details

Interior

Basement
Finished, Exterior Entry, Full
Additional rooms
Enclosed Porch
Total rooms
10

Building & exterior

Age
71-80 Years
Exterior
Brick
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch
Screened
Other structures
Garage(s)

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
3
Parking details
Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Additional Parking, Alley Access, Owned, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
39 X 122
Lot description
Corner Lot
Township
Niles
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters, Water Heater-Gas

Schools

Elementary
Madison Elementary School (69)
Junior high
Lincoln Junior High School (69)
High school
Niles West High School (219)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$15,634 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
10223190460000
PIN
10223190460000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing, Immediate, Negotiable
Special conditions
None
Listed
7/14/2026

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