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$425,000
Property Description
Come out and see this 9 unit building, it has 6 apartments (2) 2 bedroom and (4) 1 bedroom 1 bathroom unit and 3 store fronts, the building needs some TLC but has potential. 5 of the 6 units are rented and all store fronts are currently vacant. There is opportunity for additional income from the Clear Channel advertising signs attached to the building.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 505 W 79th St
General
- Price: $425,000
- HOA FEE: $1,500
- Taxes: $13,124 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12527248
- Updated: 12/11/2025
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Location
- Area: CHI - Chatham
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: 79th street east or west to Normal
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Central Heat/Individual Controls
Utilities
- Trash: 1800
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Year Built: 1889
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,250
- Lot Dimensions: 66 x 125
- Zoning: MULTI
Financial Considerations
- Maint. Fee: $1,500
- Insurance Fee: $5,500
- Operating Expenses: $5,500
- Assessment Year: 1889
- Tax Amount: $13,124
- Tax Year: 2023
- Tenant Pays: Electricity, Heat
- Pays Electric: 600
- Pays Trash: 1800
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 20331050060000
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Schools
Schools serving 505 W 79th St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Westcott Elementary School 409 West 80th Street, Chicago, IL 60620 | PK-8 | 0.2 mi |
Hirsch Metropolitan High School 7740 South Ingleside Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619 | 9-12 | 1.8 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 505 W 79th St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/03/2025
Listed
$425,000
52.33%
MLS
4/11/2005
Sold
$279,000
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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 505 W 79th St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$17,625
-17%
$83,536
—
2022
$21,209
1%
$83,536
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2021
$21,020
69%
$83,536
86%
2020
$12,420
12%
$44,857
—
2019
$11,133
—
$44,857
—
2018
$11,124
-4%
$44,857
3%
2017
$11,635
7%
$43,516
—
2016
$10,859
6%
$43,516
—
2015
$10,197
—
$43,516
—
2014
$10,229
3%
$43,516
—
2013
$9,942
1%
$43,516
—
2012
$9,835
—
$43,516
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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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505 W 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60620 (MLS# 12527248) is a Commercial property. 505 W 79th Street is currently listed for $425,000 and was received on December 03, 2025. This property is listed by Irie Homes Group from our Southwest Office.Want to learn more about 505 W 79th Street? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in Chatham? You can browse all Chatham real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
