Welcome to 7118 N. Merrimac - a solid 3-bedroom home offering immediate livability with tremendous upside potential, located in a top-rated Wildwood elementary school district and Taft High School with an award winning IB program. Hardwood floors run throughout the main level, creating warmth and continuity across the living spaces. The home is move-in ready as-is, while also presenting a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to update and build equity over time. The full unfinished basement is a true blank canvas, ideal for future living space, recreation area, home gym, or workshop. Outside, a large backyard provides ample room for entertaining, gardening, or expansion possibilities. Major mechanical updates include a hot water heater just 2 years old and a newer flood control system for added peace of mind. The property's layout and lot make it an excellent candidate for adding a full second story - a rare opportunity for long-term value growth in the neighborhood. Perfect for homeowners, renovators, or investors seeking a property they can live in now and customize later. Bus stop right up the street drops off at Metra and Jefferson Park Blue Line. Costco, Target & Aldi just a stone's throw away. North Branch Bike Trail connecting to bike routes reaching through the North Shore and downtown Chicago
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Property Details
Rooms
Room
Level
Flooring
Size
Living Room
Main
Hardwood
18X12
Dining Room
Main
Wood Laminate
10X10
Kitchen
Main
Wood Laminate
12X10
Family Room
N/A
Laundry
N/A
Master Bedroom
Main
Hardwood
13X10
Bedroom 2
Main
Hardwood
14X10
Bedroom 3
Main
Hardwood
12X11
Bedroom 4
N/A
Utilities
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Water Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer Public Sewer
Additional Information
Parking
2 Parking Spaces, Concrete, Side Driveway, Off Street, Yes, Other, Parking included in price
Schools
Taft High School (299), Wildwood Elementary School (299)
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Listing History
02-13-2026
Listed at $399,900
02-17-2026
Status changed to Under Contract
Last Modified 2/20/26 1:02 PM
Nearby Transportation
Bus 85A
0.1 mi
Bus 86
0.8 mi
I 94 East
1.6 mi
I 94 West
1.7 mi
I 90 West
1.9 mi
I 90 East
2.0 mi
I 294 South
4.3 mi
I 190 West
4.3 mi
I 294 North
4.3 mi
I 190 East
4.4 mi
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