***MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED*** Highest and best offers due by Tuesday at 9 am. Unlock the potential of this exceptional income-producing property! This spacious 2-unit building with non-confoming basement unit offers a total of 7 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, making it an outstanding opportunity for investors or owner-occupants seeking additional rental income. The partially finished basement provides a versatile living space with endless possibilities for extended family, recreation, or storage (buyer to verify permitted uses). Each unit features generous room sizes, beautiful hardwood floors, and functional layouts designed for comfortable living. Step outside to an expansive backyard on a DOUBLE LOT, perfect for entertaining or relaxing, while the full basement adds even more flexibility. A newer water heater (2023) provides added value and peace of mind. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, public transportation, and major expressways, this property combines space, versatility, and strong investment potential. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional property your next investment! AS-IS SALE
Contingent
$275,000
5542 S Paulina St, Chicago, IL 60636
7beds
--sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1898
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous room sizesBeautiful hardwood floors
- 64 days
- 20
- 1
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jean Walker (312)313-9229,
Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12635663
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Radiator(s)
Features
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 3,125 Square Feet
Details
- Additional parcels included: 20182050310000
- Parcel number: 20182050300000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1898
- Major remodel year: 2021
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $120,010
- Annual tax amount: $1,408
- Date on market: 7/1/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Contingent | $275,000 |
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| 9/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
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| 7/8/2026 | Contingent | $275,000 |
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| 7/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000 |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/5/2018 | Listing removed | $900 |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/2/2018 | Listed for rent | $900 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,220 +128.4% | $12,001 +41.2% |
| 2023 | $534 +10.9% | $8,499 |
| 2022 | $482 | $8,499 |
| 2021 | -- | $8,499 -3% |
| 2020 | -- | $8,766 -13% |
| 2019 | -- | $10,076 |
| 2018 | -- | $10,076 -24% |
| 2017 | -- | $13,263 |
| 2016 | -- | $13,263 |
| 2015 | -- | $13,263 +10.7% |
| 2014 | -- | $11,976 |
| 2013 | -- | $11,976 |
| 2012 | -- | $11,976 -31.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $17,597 |
| 2010 | -- | $17,597 |
| 2009 | $1,634 | $17,597 -5.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $18,539 |
| 2007 | -- | $18,539 |
| 2006 | $839 -5.1% | $18,539 +100.6% |
| 2005 | $884 +1.9% | $9,240 |
| 2004 | $868 +29.5% | $9,240 |
| 2003 | $670 -44.4% | $9,240 +37.7% |
| 2002 | $1,206 +95.4% | $6,710 |
| 2001 | $617 +140.9% | $6,710 |
| 2000 | $256 +0% | $6,710 +51% |
| 1999 | $256 | $4,443 |
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Neighborhood: West Englewood
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Henderson Elementary School
- Middle: Henderson Elementary School
- High: Lindblom College Preparatory Sen
- 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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