Just Closed in Evergreen Park: Renovated Brick Ranch With Solar and EV Charging
A renovated brick ranch at 8900 S Utica Ave in Evergreen Park officially closed for $300,000 on August 26, 2026.
The 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 1,561 square feet on a spacious corner lot, with an attached two-car garage, fenced backyard, leased solar panels and a Level 2 EV charger. The property was represented by Serena Phillips-Dunn of The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier.
What makes this closing particularly interesting is the amount of updating already completed before the sale, along with the seller's decision to price the property below its reported $340,000 appraised value to accommodate a quicker move.
A Renovated Brick Ranch With Major Updates Already Completed
The home underwent a substantial renovation in 2017, bringing modern improvements to a classic brick ranch layout.
The updated kitchen features custom white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and designer lighting, along with a peninsula for casual seating. The adjacent open dining space provides room for a larger dining table, while refinished hardwood floors continue through the kitchen, dining area and bedrooms.
A spacious living room is centered around a wood-burning fireplace, while all three bedrooms and both full bathrooms provide a practical single-level layout.
The home also includes a dedicated walk-in laundry room.
Solar, EV Charging and Recent Exterior Improvements
This closing also shows how buyers in the southwest suburbs can encounter homes with upgrades that go well beyond cosmetic renovations.
Improvements included:
Updated HVAC system and water heater
Concrete driveway and walkways
Washer and dryer
Epoxy flooring in the attached two-car garage
Roof and oversized gutters completed in 2022
New garage door with smart opener installed in 2025
Leased solar panels that can transfer with the property
Level 2 electric vehicle charging station
Outside, the property includes a private fenced backyard and patio, giving the home additional space for entertaining or relaxing.
What This Closing Shows About Evergreen Park Homes
The home closed for $300,000, while the property information provided for the transaction reported an appraisal of $340,000. The seller had intentionally priced the home below that appraisal to support a quicker move.
That makes this closing a useful reference point for buyers researching Evergreen Park homes around the $300K range.
Price alone does not tell the full story when comparing suburban properties. Buyers should also look closely at renovation history, roof and mechanical age, garage space, lot size, energy upgrades, outdoor space and overall condition.
In this case, the buyer secured a brick ranch with substantial prior renovations and several more recent improvements already completed.
Work With a Local Evergreen Park Real Estate Expert
Buying or selling in Evergreen Park and Chicago's southwest suburbs often means comparing properties with very different renovation histories, lot sizes, mechanical systems and long-term ownership costs.
Serena Phillips-Dunn is a local real estate expert serving Evergreen Park and the broader Chicagoland market. As COO and Team Lead with The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier, Serena works with buyers and sellers through pricing, property evaluation, negotiation and closing.
Her official Option Premier profile highlights her background in marketing and journalism, her previous work as a CBS field producer and her focus on negotiation and personalized client representation.
Serena is backed by The Cory Tanzer Group, a top real estate team in Chicago that serves clients throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs. The team's current profile identifies it as a top-ranked Chicago real estate team and lists its latest production and ranking information.
If you're considering buying or selling a home in Evergreen Park or the southwest suburbs, Serena can help you compare recent sales, understand local pricing and develop a strategy around your next move.
EVERGREEN PARK & SOUTHWEST SUBURBS REAL ESTATE
Meet Serena Phillips-Dunn, Your Local Evergreen Park Real Estate Expert
COO & Team Lead, The Cory Tanzer Group at Option Premier
Serena Phillips-Dunn helps buyers and sellers navigate Evergreen Park, Chicago and surrounding suburban communities. With a background in marketing, an M.A. in Journalism and previous experience as a CBS field producer, Serena brings strong communication, strategic thinking and a client-focused approach to real estate.
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