Excellent 1st time buyers or investment opportunity! This spacious 5-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is ideal for 1st time buyers or as a large family rental residence with room to grow. The main level offers four bedrooms and a full bath, while the mostly finished basement includes a generous family room, fifth bedroom, half bath, and ample storage. The oversized eat-in kitchen provides plenty of cabinet space and table room. Recent updates include brand new carpeting, newer roof (2020) and hot water heater (2023). The property sits on a fenced lot with a 6-foot chain-link fence-great for tenants or families seeking space and security. With high demand for large-unit rentals in the area, this property is ready to generate steady cash flow. Property is a great match for investors seeking rental property.
Contingent
$149,900
5020 S May St, Chicago, IL 60609
5beds
1,107sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1893
3,125 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$135/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mostly finished basementGenerous family roomPlenty of cabinet spaceOversized eat-in kitchen
- 21 days |
- 465 |
- 32 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
James Morris 312-330-6911,
JMRI Corp
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12560928
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X10
Bedroom 5
- Level: Basement
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X18
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X26
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X20
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,107 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,125 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X125
Details
- Parcel number: 20082140310000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1893
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $135/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $56,010
- Annual tax amount: $1,125
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$2,558/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/21/2026 | Contingent | $149,900$135/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12560928 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,900$135/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12560928 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2026 | Listing removed | $149,900$135/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12560928 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2026 | Contingent | $149,900$135/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12560928 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $149,900+17.2%$135/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12560928 Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2025 | Listing removed | $127,900$116/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12424965 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $127,900+227.9%$116/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12424965 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2004 | Sold | $39,000+30%$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/1997 | Sold | $30,000$27/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $5,601 +40.1% |
| 2023 | $844 +2.6% | $3,999 |
| 2022 | $823 +2.3% | $3,999 |
| 2021 | $804 -33.8% | $3,999 -26.7% |
| 2020 | $1,215 -1.3% | $5,452 -11% |
| 2019 | $1,231 +1.7% | $6,126 |
| 2018 | $1,210 -30.2% | $6,126 -23.9% |
| 2017 | $1,734 +7.5% | $8,054 |
| 2016 | $1,613 +9.3% | $8,054 |
| 2015 | $1,476 +7.8% | $8,054 +9.2% |
| 2014 | $1,369 +2% | $7,377 |
| 2013 | $1,342 +1.4% | $7,377 |
| 2012 | $1,324 -0.9% | $7,377 -10.5% |
| 2011 | $1,336 -0.4% | $8,242 |
| 2010 | $1,341 +4.4% | $8,242 |
| 2009 | $1,285 -14.1% | $8,242 -21% |
| 2008 | $1,496 +1% | $10,427 |
| 2007 | $1,481 -1.1% | $10,427 |
| 2006 | $1,497 +69.6% | $10,427 +93% |
| 2005 | $883 +1% | $5,402 |
| 2004 | $874 +2.2% | $5,402 |
| 2003 | $855 +48% | $5,402 +68% |
| 2002 | $578 +3.8% | $3,215 |
| 2001 | $557 +21.1% | $3,215 |
| 2000 | $460 -0.7% | $3,215 +34.3% |
| 1999 | $463 | $2,394 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
See how much you could borrow to make a competitive offer.
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Back of the Yards
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Sherman School of ExcellenceGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 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.
A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
A local lender can help you make sure your offer is ready when you are.
- Illinois
- Cook County
- Chicago
- 60609
- Back of the Yards
- 5020 S May St
Nearby cities
Nearby neighborhoods
Nearby zip codes
Other Chicago Topics
