1235 S California Chicago, IL 60608

  • $159,000
  • Sold Date: 01-01-70

1235 S California Chicago, IL 60608
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1235 S California Chicago, IL 60608
1235 S California Chicago, IL 60608
  • $159,000
  • Sold Date: 01-01-70

Description

*FOR SALE: Prime Development Opportunity in Chicago – Across from Historic Douglass Park* *A Rare Find with Unbeatable Park Front Views* Discover an exceptional development opportunity in the heart of Chicago. This slightly oversized vacant lot is a blank canvas awaiting your vision, offering a compelling combination of location, potential, and a vibrant lifestyle. Situated directly across the street from the iconic Douglass Park, this property presents a chance to build a dream home or a strategic investment… *Key Features & Highlights:* * *Premier Park-Facing Location:* Enjoy direct, unobstructed access and views over the sprawling greens of Douglass Park. Your front yard is a 173-acre historic landscape designed by Frederick Law Olmsted’s firm, offering walking paths, sports facilities, playgrounds, and tranquil lagoons. * *Unparalleled Development Potential:* The lot is perfect for a single-family home with a spacious driveway and yard, or a multi-family dwelling… * *Live the Festival Lifestyle:* This is your front-row seat to *Riot Fest*! Experience the energy of one of the nation’s largest and most celebrated independent music festivals right from your doorstep each September. Beyond the festival, the park is a hub of community events and activities year-round. * *A Piece of Chicago History:* Douglass Park is a cherished part of the city’s “Emerald Necklace,” rich with history and architectural beauty. Own a property that is not just a building site, but a part of Chicago’s legacy. * *Excellent Connectivity:* Benefit from easy access to public transportation, the I-290 Eisenhower Expressway, and major bus routes, placing you within quick reach of the West Loop, Downtown, and all the city has to offer. *The Vision:* Imagine waking up to park views, enjoying a morning coffee with the city’s green oasis as your backdrop, and having a world-class entertainment venue as your neighbor. This is more than a lot; it’s a lifestyle opportunity. Whether you are a builder, developer, or an individual looking for a unique place to call home, this property offers a great proposition.

  • Listing Courtesy of: USRealty.com, LLP

Details

Updated on November 18, 2025 at 5:50 pm
  • Property ID: MRD12516160
  • Price: $159,000
  • Property Type: Land
  • Property Status: Active
  • Parcel Number: 16242060020000
  • Water Source: Municipal Water
  • Days On Market: 6
  • Basement Bath(s): No
  • Cumulative Days On Market: 6
  • Tax Annual Amount: 68.42
  • Directions: Closest intersection is Roosevelt and California
  • Township: West Chicago
  • CurrentUse: Other
  • FrontageLength: 25
  • FrontageType: City Street
  • Utilities: Electricity Nearby,Natural Gas Nearby,Sewer Nearby
  • Address 1235 S California
  • City Chicago
  • State/county IL
  • Zip/Postal Code 60608
  • Country Cook

Overview

Property ID: MRD12516160
  • Land
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