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Property Description
Frame single-family home in need of rehab-an excellent opportunity for investors or handy buyers looking to add value. Features a full basement and strong potential. Property is being sold strictly as-is. As-is rider required. No survey or termite inspection will be provided.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5129 S Emerald Ave
General
- Price: $69,000
- Taxes: (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12542075
- Updated: 1/12/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Location
- Area: CHI - New City
- County: Cook
- Township: Lake
- Driving Directions: 51st to Emerald south to property
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: None
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
- Year Built: 1888
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 25 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1888
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20093010090000
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Schools
Schools serving 5129 S Emerald Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Dewey Elementary Academy Of Fine Arts 5415 South Union Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609 | PK-8 | 0.3 mi |
Tilden Career Communty Academy High School 4747 South Union Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609 | 9-12 | 0.5 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 5129 S Emerald Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/06/2026
Listed
$69,000
1433.33%
MLS
12/03/2010
Sold
$4,500
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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 5129 S Emerald Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
100%
$3,322
—
2022
100%
$3,322
—
2021
-100%
$3,322
-67%
2020
$1,447
—
$10,218
-10%
2019
$1,454
2%
$11,354
—
2018
$1,428
-12%
$11,354
51%
2017
$1,623
7%
$7,538
—
2016
$1,510
9%
$7,538
—
2015
$1,381
6%
$7,538
8%
2014
$1,301
2%
$7,012
—
2013
$1,275
1%
$7,012
—
2012
$1,258
—
$7,012
—
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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5129 S Emerald Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609 (MLS# 12542075) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5129 S Emerald Avenue is currently listed for $69,000 and was received on January 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 5129 S Emerald Avenue? 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.

