Beautifully maintained frame 2-flat on a quiet, school-zone block with a spacious backyard - perfect for investors or owner-occupants alike! Two 3BR/1BA units First Floor (Occupied with monthly rent: $1400): Modern open-concept living with quartz countertops, updated cabinetry, and newer appliances. Second Floor: Carpeted to reduce noise (VACANT) Basement: Dry, with dedicated secured storage lockers plus washer & dryer. Additional Upgrades: Recently insulated attic for improved energy efficiency. This property is move-in ready, cash-flowing, and primed for long-term appreciation. Seller motivated so bring best offers. FHA/Conv.
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Price cut: $55K (9/22)
$330,000
5221 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL 60609
6beds
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Est.:
Multi Family
Built in 1886
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What's special
Modern open-concept livingSpacious backyardDedicated secured storage lockersQuartz countertopsWasher and dryerNewer appliancesUpdated cabinetry
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 27, 2025 at 10:07pm
Listing courtesy of:
Carla Sumerlin 312-929-8144,
Kale Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12474444
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: On Site
Lot
- Size: 3,125 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x125
Details
- Parcel number: 20084110110000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1886
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $79,990
- Annual tax amount: $1,688
- Date on market: 9/17/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2025 | Price change | $330,000-14.3% |
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| 9/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $385,000+51% |
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| 9/6/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/10/2022 | Contingent | $255,000 |
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| 6/27/2022 | Price change | $255,000-8.9% |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,688 +2.6% | $7,999 |
| 2022 | $1,645 +2.3% | $7,999 |
| 2021 | $1,609 +8.8% | $7,999 +20.6% |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,257/mo
Principal & interest
$1624
Property taxes
$517
Home insurance
$116
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Back of the Yards
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Sherman School of ExcellenceGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 1/10Tilden Career Communty Academy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 299
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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