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    • $100,000

    5225 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60609

    3beds
    672sqft
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    $799/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1908
    3,136 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $149/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Two water heatersRecently updated electrical panel
    This single-family home is ready for its next chapter and offers tremendous potential for investors, rehabbers, or buyers looking to add their own personal touch. Featuring an unfinished basement, a recently updated electrical panel, and two water heaters, the property provides a solid foundation for future improvements and value-add opportunities. Conveniently located near schools, neighborhood parks, shopping, and public transportation, this home offers easy access throughout the city. Enjoy proximity to Sherman Park, the Back of the Yards neighborhood, local restaurants, grocery stores, and the bustling retail corridors along 47th Street and Ashland Avenue. Commuters will appreciate quick access to I-90/94 (Dan Ryan Expressway) and I-55, while nearby CTA bus routes and train stations make getting around Chicago simple. Whether you're looking for your next renovation project, rental investment, or future residence, this property offers the space, location, and potential to make your vision a reality. Property is being sold as-is.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Javier Alday 708-788-1900,

    Realty of America, LLC,

    Arizbeth Mendoza 312-709-8564,

    Realty of America, LLC

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12721589MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: No additional rooms
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X12
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 64 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8X8
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 80 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X8
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 80 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 8X10
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 100 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X10
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Features
      • Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 0
      • Total interior livable area: 672 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Concrete, Off Alley, Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 2
      Lot
      • Size: 3,136 Square Feet
      Details
      • Parcel number: 20074120100000
      • Special conditions: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1908

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Chicago

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $149/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $68,010
      • Annual tax amount: $1,379
      • Date on market: 8/1/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/1/2026Listing removed$100,000$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12686661 Report a problem
        6/24/2026Listed for sale$100,000$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12686661 Report a problem
        6/24/2026Listing removed$100,000$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12663252 Report a problem
        5/1/2026Listed for sale$100,000$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12635316 Report a problem
        5/1/2026Listing removed$100,000$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12616968 Report a problem
        4/12/2026Listed for sale$100,000$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12616968 Report a problem
        4/12/2026Listing removed$100,000$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12613978 Report a problem
        4/8/2026Listed for sale$100,000$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12613978 Report a problem
        4/8/2026Listing removed$100,000$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12591632 Report a problem
        3/13/2026Price change$100,000+17.6%$149/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12591632 Report a problem
        2/3/2026Listed for sale$85,000$126/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12559948 Report a problem
        2/1/2026Listing removed$85,000$126/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12554290 Report a problem
        1/24/2026Listed for sale$85,000$126/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12554290 Report a problem
        1/21/2026Listing removed$85,000$126/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12505614 Report a problem
        10/28/2025Listed for sale$85,000-26.1%$126/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12505614 Report a problem
        10/21/2025Listing removed$115,000$171/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12466139 Report a problem
        9/8/2025Listed for sale$115,000-8%$171/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12466139 Report a problem
        9/8/2025Listing removed$125,000$186/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12445975 Report a problem
        8/14/2025Listed for sale$125,000$186/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12445975 Report a problem
        8/14/2025Listing removed$125,000$186/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12424608 Report a problem
        7/19/2025Listed for sale$125,000+98.4%$186/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12424608 Report a problem
        7/9/2025Sold$63,000$94/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$1,372 -0.5%$6,801 +4.6%
        2023$1,379 +2.6%$6,499
        2022$1,344 +2.9%$6,499
        2021$1,307 +30.2%$6,499 +45.2%
        2020$1,004 -1.3%$4,476 -11%
        2019$1,017 +1.7%$5,030
        2018$1,000 $5,030 -20.1%
        2017-- $6,293
        2016$765 +13%$6,293
        2015$677 +20.2%$6,293 +12.7%
        2014$563 +4.1%$5,582
        2013$541 -3.1%$5,582
        2012$558 -7.5%$5,582 -26.7%
        2011$604 +18.3%$7,619
        2010$510 +14%$7,619
        2009$448 -18.4%$7,619 -27.5%
        2008$549 +29.9%$10,510
        2007$422 +0.8%$10,510
        2006$419 -4.4%$10,510 +92.1%
        2005$438 -51%$5,470
        2004$893 +2.2%$5,470
        2003$874 +13.5%$5,470 +28.9%
        2002$770 +3.7%$4,244
        2001$743 +49.7%$4,244
        2000$496 -0.7%$4,244 +66.1%
        1999$499 $2,555
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Back of the Yards

        Getting around

        66 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        63 / 100
        Good Transit
        58 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        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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