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Property Description
Charming 5-bedroom, 2-bath brick bungalow offering plenty of space for a growing or multi-generational family. The main level features a spacious living room, formal dining room, 2 bedrooms, full bath, and an updated kitchen with brown cabinetry, granite countertops, and hardwood floors throughout. The finished dormer attic provides additional living space with a large primary bedroom and 4th bedroom. The finished basement offers a great entertainment area, 5th bedroom, full bath, and ample storage space. Enjoy outdoor gatherings in the fenced backyard, plus a detached 2-car garage. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, restaurants, and public transportation. Schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1228 W 96th St
General
- Price: $320,000
- Taxes: $2,471 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12650503
- Updated: 5/16/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: CHI - Washington Heights
- County: Cook
- Township: Lake
- Driving Directions: On 96th Street, East of Throop and West of Racine.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,632
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1923
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0947
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 4125
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1923
- Tax Amount: $2,471.1
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 25081070320000
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Schools
Schools serving 1228 W 96th St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Green W Elementary School 1150 West 96th Street, Chicago, IL 60643 | K-8 | 0.1 mi |
Corliss High School 821 East 103rd Street, Chicago, IL 60628 | 9-12 | 2.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1228 W 96th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/16/2026
Listed
$320,000
932.26%
MLS
5/24/2017
Sold
$31,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1228 W 96th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$2,471
3%
$14,999
—
2022
$2,389
2%
$14,999
—
2021
$2,353
87%
$14,999
71%
2020
$1,261
1%
$8,750
-9%
2019
$1,246
2%
$9,616
—
2018
$1,224
-64%
$9,616
-38%
2017
$3,373
7%
$15,633
—
2016
$3,139
9%
$15,633
—
2015
$2,872
10%
$15,633
11%
2014
$2,616
2%
$14,067
—
2013
$2,564
130%
$14,067
—
2012
$1,117
—
$14,067
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 1228 W 96th St
1228 W 96th Street, Chicago, IL 60643 (MLS# 12650503) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1228 W 96th Street is currently listed for $320,000 and was received on May 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 1228 W 96th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Washington Heights? You can browse all Washington Heights real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

