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Property Description
Won't last long! 2-flat located in Chicago's rapidly appreciating Back of the Yards neighborhood each spacious unit offers a separate living room, formal dining room, 3 bedrooms and one full bath. 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. Don't miss your chance to own this, Schedule your private showing!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5256 S Carpenter St
General
- Price: $439,000
- Taxes: $1,899 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12708616
Interior
- Basement: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Location
- Area: CHI - New City
- County: Cook
- Township: Lake
- Subdivision: Back of the Yards
- Driving Directions: South on Carpenter st. to 5256
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: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: None
- Year Built: 1888
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 3242
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1888
- Tax Amount: $1,899
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 20084100430000
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Schools
Schools serving 5256 S Carpenter 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 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 5256 S Carpenter St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$1,899
—
$15,000
67%
2023
$1,899
3%
$8,999
—
2022
$1,851
2%
$8,999
—
2021
$1,810
8%
$8,999
19%
2020
$1,681
-4%
$7,546
-13%
2019
$1,743
2%
$8,674
—
2018
$1,713
-38%
$8,674
-32%
2017
$2,760
8%
$12,723
—
2016
$2,548
9%
$12,723
—
2015
$2,331
-10%
$12,723
-9%
2014
$2,601
2%
$14,021
—
2013
$2,550
1%
$14,021
—
2012
$2,516
—
$14,021
—
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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5256 S Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL 60609 (MLS# 12708616) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 6 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 5256 S Carpenter Street is currently listed for $439,000 and was received on July 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 5256 S Carpenter 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.

