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Property Description
Solid brick 2-unit building featuring spacious layouts and excellent income potential. The first-floor unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a large living room filled with natural light. The second-floor unit mirrors the layout with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and its own comfortable living space.The finished attic adds additional living space with a bedroom. The back yard includes a parking pad. Perfect for an owner-occupant looking to live in one unit while generating rental income from the other, or an investor seeking a strong cash-flow opportunity. Located in the rapidly growing Back of the Yards area-take advantage of the continued development and appreciation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5205 S Wood St
General
- Price: $279,999
- Taxes: $2,362 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12634306
- Updated: 6/1/2026
- Added to Site: 53 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes
Location
- Area: CHI - New City
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: South 5200 the West to Wood street
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Year Built: 1908
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 3125
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1908
- Tax Amount: $2,362.42
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20074120030000
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Schools
Schools serving 5205 S Wood St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fulton Elementary School, Chicago, IL 5300 South Hermitage Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609 | PK-8 | 0.1 mi |
Tilden Career Communty Academy High School 4747 South Union Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 5205 S Wood St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/26/2026
Price Reduced
$279,999
-6.67%
MLS
4/30/2026
Listed
$299,999
25%
MLS
8/05/2024
Sold
$240,000
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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 5205 S Wood St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,418
—
$15,001
50%
2023
$1,418
4%
$9,999
—
2022
$1,361
1%
$9,999
—
2021
$1,341
62%
$9,999
47%
2020
$827
-48%
$6,789
-13%
2019
$1,578
82%
$7,804
—
2018
$869
-63%
$7,804
-46%
2017
$2,372
-1%
$14,322
—
2016
$2,384
-10%
$14,322
—
2015
$2,644
50%
$14,322
20%
2014
$1,757
3%
$11,964
—
2013
$1,711
—
$11,964
—
2012
$1,713
—
$11,964
—
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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5205 S Wood Street, Chicago, IL 60609 (MLS# 12634306) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 5 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 5205 S Wood Street is currently listed for $279,999 and was received on April 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 5205 S Wood Street? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-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.

