A Historical Look at the Family Home of the Infamous Gangster Al Capone’s Chicago Home provides insight into his intriguing legacy. He is one of America’s most notorious figures. This residence not only reflects Capone’s extravagant lifestyle but also serves as a testament to the dramatic era of Prohibition that defined his criminal empire.
CUDN By Amir AH Shakur (Facebook) –Feb 20, 2025, 9:00 PM CST |Updated 1 hour ago
Chicago, IL (CUDN) Many locals are aware of a Piece of Chicago History. It is on the South Side. This was Gangster Al Capone’s Primary Family Residence in Chicago. He stayed here when he was not at the Lexington Hotel in Downtown Chicago. The historical property records show that was on 7244 South Prairie Avenue Chicago, IL.
Al Capone was a “notorious” Chicago gangster. For those who are unaware, he ran a criminal empire in Chicago during the 1920s. His activities included bootlegging, gambling, prostitution, and murder.
Al Capone and family moved there on August 8,1923. At the time, -The ownership was under Mae and Theresa Capone. Frank Capone’s funeral was held here (pictured, below). Also, Al’s Mother Theresa Capone passed away in this house in 1952.
HisTORICAL PhOTOS OF THE PROPERTY
On November 26,1947, the ownership was transferred to Mafalda Maritote. (Al’s sister). After Theresa’s death, she sold the house on January 15,1953, to William B. Petty. It has changed hands since that period but at this time the property not for sale.
The house was built around the early part of the 1900’s. Every year, we have noted a logistical change in addresses. This observation suggests the Capone home would have been built around 1905-1910. Historical Record Ledgers found in the City of Chicago archives are confusing due to early Procedures. Still, the writing is semi-legible.
The View of location in Chicago telephone directory in November of 1923 (pictured below). Al had moved in to the first floor. He later moved upstairs because he visited the house less often. This was due to business activity(or lack of it). Most of Al’s time was spent at Lexington Hotel. By 1928, Al had moved and was often living in Miami at 93 Palm Isle. and his Mother Theresa, Mafalda and others moved downstairs.
The two-flat (six bedroom) in the Park Manor neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side a few years ago listed for $109,000. –but again it is now off the market. While at the time of writing we are not sure about the Historical (landmark) Status of this property. In any case this home is a part of Chicago History. (aahs)
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