The city of Cicero, IL, has a total populaton of 85,616 (2000 Census data) and Cicero real estate offers 24,640 total housing units. Cicero borders Chicago city limits and is one of Chicago's older suburbs, offering a real mix of older, charming homes. Al Capone actually had a history in Cicero and people still look for his old place, The Hawthorne Inn, which has been gone for years.
One reason Cicero is sought after is because of its great location. You can get to the Loop quickly by driving or public transportation. It's also minutes away from both airports, Midway and O'Hare.
Find properties for sale with the Cicero MLS
Cicero has real estate requirements to close: Seller pays transfer tax stamps of $10.00/$1,000.00. Regulations are: water bill must be paid; original deed and state and county declarations and "basement/attic" affidavit required; certificate of compliance and inspection required for many types of transactions, including (according to the ordinance) a mortgage refinancing; has local form; $25 fee for exempt stamp. Contact information: 4937 W. 25th St., Cicero, IL (Code enforcement department)
Cicero IL Real Estate MLS Sales Statistics for 2006
Information from RWSSC
Single Family Homes - 405 total units
Average Sale Price - $220,552
Attached (condo/townhomes, etc.) - 31 total units
Average Sale Price - $138,168
Cicero Illinois Real Estate MLS Sales Statistics for 2005
Information from RWSSC
Single Family Homes - 535 total units
Average Sale Price - $205,656
Attached (condo/townhomes, etc.) - 40 total units
Average Sale Price - $126,446
Cicero, Illinoisis home to Hawthorne Race Course
Community Profile
If you would like more information on Cicero, Illinois, or would like to see any properties please contact me or give me a call at 708-536-8200.
Judy Orr- Your Cicero REALTORŪ
Classic Realty Group
(708) 536-8200