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7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 — Sold $145,000 by Berenice Velazquez
7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
Another pre-probate listing closed by Berenice Velazquez in Cook County, IL. Good work.
7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649
Final sold price
SOLD$145,000
What sold at 7719 S Merrill Ave, and for how much?
7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 sold for $145,000 on May 28, 2026. The listing was handled by Berenice Velazquez of Sanchez Realty LLC. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 1 bath, 1,239 sq ft, built in 1987. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Cook County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $145,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 1 bath |
| Building area | 1,239 sq ft |
| Year built | 1987 |
| County | Cook County, IL |
| Listing agent | Berenice Velazquez, Sanchez Realty LLC |
| APN | 20-25-408-040 |
| MLS # | 12638525 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Cook County, Illinois from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago IL 60649
Property profile
- Address
- 7719 S Merrill Ave
- City / state / ZIP
- Chicago, IL, 60649
- County
- Cook County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 1 bath
- Year built
- 1987
- APN
- 20-25-408-040
Mailing address
7719 S Merrill, Chicago, IL 60649
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 05/03/2025
- Assessed value
- $17,200
- MLS #
- 12638525
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$117Calculated from a 1,239 sq ft building and $145,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value843%Sold price was 843% of the $17,200 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale390Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio23%Building footprint covers about 23% of the 5,503 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Berenice Velazquez of Sanchez Realty LLC guided the listing at 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago IL 60649 in Chicago, New Western represented the buyer, and New Western closed the deal. That turned a pre-probate filing into a finished transaction. The home closed at $145,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Berenice Velazquez, Sanchez Realty LLC
- New Western
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 sell for?
7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 sold for $145,000 on 05/28/2026.
When did 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 sell?
The transfer of 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 was recorded on in Cook County, IL.
Who sold 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649?
7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 was listed by Berenice Velazquez, Sanchez Realty LLC.
Who represented the buyer of 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649?
The buyer of 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 was represented by New Western.
What kind of property is 7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649?
7719 S Merrill Ave, Chicago, IL 60649 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 1 bath. It was built in 1987.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Chicago?
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What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Cook County, Illinois from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
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- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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