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Property Description
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to own a solid single-family home This 1,008 Sq.ft bungalow features a highly functional 2- bedroom, 1 bathroom upstairs and one bathroom downstairs, making it the perfect canvas for a savvy buyer or investor. Built with enduring craftsmanship in 1926, the home sits on an ample 3,505 sq.ft. lot with plenty of outdoor space for entertainment or future improvements. Conveniently located in Chicago's New City area, the property provides excellent proximity to public transportation, local parks, shopping and expressways for an easy commute downtown. Whether you are looking for an affordable starter home or a high potential addition to your portfolio, this property is must-see. Property sold as is. schedule a viewing before it's gone!. All loans are welcome , and cash offers too.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5238 S Green St
General
- Price: $165,000
- Taxes: $1,160 (2025)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12653650
- Updated: 6/30/2026
- Added to Site: 55 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Yes
Location
- Area: CHI - New City
- County: Cook
- Township: Lake
- Driving Directions: i-94 or i-55 to reach the back of the yards/New City area.
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
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
- Square Feet: 1,008
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1926
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 3505
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1926
- Tax Amount: $1,160
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 20084140310000
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Schools
Schools serving 5238 S Green St
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sherman School of Excellence 1000 West 52nd Street, Chicago, IL 60609 | PK-8 | 0.2 mi |
Tilden Career Communty Academy High School 4747 South Union Avenue, Chicago, IL 60609 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5238 S Green St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/20/2026
Listed
$165,000
87.5%
MLS
4/13/2006
Sold
$88,000
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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 5238 S Green St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,160
—
$6,501
18%
2023
$1,160
3%
$5,499
—
2022
$1,131
2%
$5,499
—
2021
$1,106
-15%
$5,499
-6%
2020
$1,303
-1%
$5,851
-11%
2019
$1,321
2%
$6,575
—
2018
$1,299
-31%
$6,575
-25%
2017
$1,878
7%
$8,724
—
2016
$1,747
9%
$8,724
—
2015
$1,599
9%
$8,724
11%
2014
$1,463
2%
$7,884
—
2013
$1,434
1%
$7,884
—
2012
$1,415
—
$7,884
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 5238 S Green St
5238 S Green Street, Chicago, IL 60609 (MLS# 12653650) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5238 S Green Street is currently listed for $165,000 and was received on May 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 5238 S Green 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.

