5020 S May Street, Chicago, IL 60609 - Photo 1

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$148,500

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,107 Sq. Ft.
Updated 1 day ago

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Property Description

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.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5020 S May St

General

Sold For: $148,500
Taxes: $1,125 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12560928
Added to Site: 192 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1
Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Location

Area: CHI - New City
County: Cook
Driving Directions: 51st St east or west to May St. South to property.

School Information

School District: 299
Midd School District: 299

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiant

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Construction: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
Square Feet: 1,107
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1893
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 25 x 125

Financial Considerations

Assessment Year: 1893
Tax Amount: $1,125.29
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 20082140310000

Listed by JMRI Corp
Sold by YUB Realty Inc

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Schools

Schools serving 5020 S May St

School District:Chicago Public School District 299

Name	Grades	Distance
Sherman School of Excellence 1000 West 52nd Street, Chicago, IL 60609	PK-8	0.3 mi
Tilden Career Communty Academy High School 4747 South Union Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609	9-12	0.7 mi

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Price & Sales History for 5020 S May St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/13/2026

Sold

$148,500

-0.93%

MLS

2/05/2026

Listed

$149,900

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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.

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5020 S May Street, Chicago, IL 60609 (MLS# 12560928) is a Single Family property that was sold at $148,500 on August 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 5020 S May Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New City? You can browse all New City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

5020 S May St Chicago, IL 60609