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Historic Church with Finished Lower Level
For Sale
$899,000

6248 N Avondale Ave, Chicago, IL 60631

Distinctive religious facility with sanctuary, meeting rooms, kitchen, stained glass, and flexible reuse potential.

Property Size6,000 SF
Lot Size0.23 Acres
Price / SF$149.83
Days on Market44

Property Features for 6248 N Avondale Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 6,000 SF
Lot size 0.23 Acres
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning RS-2

Amenities

full kitchen
gathering/meeting rooms
stained-glass windows

Building Details

Year Built 1894
Buildings 1
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed By: Daniel Cartalucca (847) 436-1764 · License #475149886
Source: Searchillinoishomesforsale
Added: Aug 1 Changed: Sep 10 Last Checked: Sep 13 at 12:20PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1894, this church property includes a 6,000-square-foot sanctuary with high ceilings, custom wood trusses, stonework, and stained-glass windows. The finished lower level adds approximately 3,000 square feet with 10-foot ceilings, a full kitchen, and gathering and meeting rooms. The main chapel is served by gas forced-air heat and central air conditioning, with additional furnaces serving other portions of the building. A newer roof and flashing are also in place.

Located at 6248 N Avondale Ave in Chicago, the building occupies a 50 x 201-foot lot and is zoned RS-2. Continued church use is supported, while the property information also identifies potential for a community art center, performance venue, or live-work artist studio. The property is offered in its present condition.

Key Highlights

  • 6,000‑square‑foot sanctuary with dramatic ceilings, custom wood trusses, stonework, and stained‑glass windows
  • Approximately 3,000‑square‑foot finished lower level with 10' ceilings
  • Lower level includes a full kitchen plus gathering and meeting rooms

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Current Use

Churches & religious facilities

Suggested Use

Top Pick Barber Shop Food Market Garden Center Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,042
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 60631, IL

29,691
Population
12,757
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
50%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
3.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
8,025
Density / Sq Mi
$117,688
Median Household Income
$70,295
Median Earnings
$1,604
Median Rent
$431,400
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Church & religious facility - Distinctive religious facility with sanctuary, meeting rooms, kitchen, stained glass, and flexible reuse potential.
Where is this church & religious facility located?
The property is located at 6248 N Avondale Ave Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $899,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 6,000‑square‑foot sanctuary with dramatic ceilings, custom wood trusses, stonework, and stained‑glass windows; Approximately 3,000‑square‑foot finished lower level with 10' ceilings; Lower level includes a full kitchen plus gathering and meeting rooms
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