5247 S May St Chicago, IL 60609
Back of the Yards Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,200
Sq Ft
3,101
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Community Lake
- Community Pool
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Property is near a park
- Tennis Courts
- Living Room
About This Home
As of March 2023This fantastic investment property is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home that's ready to flip. With its prime location near the huge and popular Sherman Park, this property presents a great opportunity for any savvy investor or experienced house flipper. The property requires some renovation work, but with the right skills and expertise, you can transform it into a highly sought-after living space. Plus, the prime location of the property will make it even more attractive to potential buyers, making it an excellent investment choice.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Realty of America, LLC License #471009113 Listed on: 02/15/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $39
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 3,101 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 60x120
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,200 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Sherman Elementary School
- Disney Elementary School Magnet Middle School
- Disney Ii Magnet High School
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2022
Sold by
Yarbrough Karen A
Bought by
Elite 2 Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 21, 1995
Sold by
Lasalle National Trust Na
Bought by
Harris Eugene and Harris Hazel
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Action Common In Florida Clerks Tax Deed Or Tax Deeds Or Property Sold For Taxes | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Joint Tenancy Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 07/09/25 | Price Changed | $120,000 | -14.3% | $100 / Sq Ft |
| 06/09/2025 06/09/25 | For Sale | $140,000 | +250.0% | $117 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2023 03/22/23 | Sold | $40,000 | 0.0% | $33 / Sq Ft |
| 02/15/2023 02/15/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/15/2023 02/15/23 | For Sale | $40,000 | -- | $33 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $39 | $12,000 | $930 | $11,070 |
| 2023 | $16 | $3,500 | $2,015 | $1,485 |
| 2022 | $16 | $3,500 | $2,015 | $1,485 |
| 2021 | $34 | $3,500 | $2,015 | $1,485 |
| 2020 | $425 | $5,008 | $2,015 | $2,993 |
| 2019 | $442 | $5,627 | $2,015 | $3,612 |
| 2018 | $433 | $5,627 | $2,015 | $3,612 |
| 2017 | $720 | $6,721 | $1,860 | $4,861 |
| 2016 | $846 | $6,721 | $1,860 | $4,861 |
| 2015 | $751 | $6,721 | $1,860 | $4,861 |
| 2014 | $599 | $5,798 | $1,705 | $4,093 |
| 2013 | $576 | $5,798 | $1,705 | $4,093 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Luis Perez
Realty of America, LLC
(708) 710-0282
4 in this area
107 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
Eduardo Garcia
Realty of America, LLC
(708) 768-7412
5 in this area
345 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 11719308
APN: 20-08-409-019-0000
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