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Property Description
Calling All Investors! Located near Rainbow Beach in the South Shore Neighborhood, this 4bed/2bath is being sold AS-IS, no repairs. This property was damaged by a fire 3 years ago. The lot to the west of this property is being sold with the house. No showings, Buyers may walk the perimeter of the property. Call the Listing Agent below for questions.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2856 E 79th St
General
- Price: $119,000
- Taxes: $1,894 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12571723
- Updated: 2/18/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: Commuter Train
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes
Location
- Area: CHI - South Shore
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: Take I94 North to 79th St. East exit. Head east 3.6 miles, property is on your left hand side
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: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: None
- Square Feet: 1,982
- Sq. Ft. Source: Builder
- Year Built: 1890
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 4284
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1890
- Tax Amount: $1,894
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 21304080320000
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Schools
Schools serving 2856 E 79th St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bradwell Community Arts & Sci Elementary School 7736 South Burnham Avenue, Chicago, IL 60649 | K-8 | 0.3 mi |
South Shore Intl Col Prep High School 1955 East 75th Street, Chicago, IL 60649 | 12- | 1.2 mi |
Chicago Vocational Career Academy High School 2100 East 87th Street, Chicago, IL 60617 | 9-11 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2856 E 79th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/18/2026
Listed
$119,000
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MLS
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 2856 E 79th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
100%
$5,500
—
2022
100%
$5,500
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2021
100%
$5,500
-57%
2020
100%
$12,714
-10%
2019
-100%
$14,127
8%
2017
$1,625
-45%
$13,044
—
2016
$2,955
65%
$13,044
—
2015
$1,788
33%
$13,044
21%
2014
$1,345
-40%
$10,752
—
2013
$2,235
3505%
$10,752
—
2012
$62
—
$10,752
—
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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2856 E 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60649 (MLS# 12571723) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 2856 E 79th Street is currently listed for $119,000 and was received on February 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 2856 E 79th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in South Shore? You can browse all South Shore real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

