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Property Description
A rare find! Sunny south-facing 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,600 sq ft third-floor corner unit, right off the UChicago campus and a short stroll to the Lab and Ray Schools. Arts and Crafts features include a decorative fireplace with built-in bookcases, original woodwork, stained glass, hardwood floors, and a separate dining room with a coffered, wood-beamed ceiling. The cook's kitchen is a standout, with custom cabinetry, dark stone counters, a six-burner gas range, and a butcher-block island, plus a lovely built-in breakfast nook for casual meals. A large hallway closet makes a ready-made home office, with room for a desk and shelving, and there's plenty more closet storage. Pella wood windows, ceiling fans, and an in-unit washer/dryer make daily life easy. Outside, enjoy the shared back porch and a yard with a patio, grilling area, and play swing. The basement adds a bike room, workshop, and storage. Pets welcome. The well-run association. Two blocks to the Metra, one from CTA, and surrounded by playlots, restaurants, groceries, bookstores, etc. Welcome home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5559 S Blackstone Ave #3
General
- Price: $434,000
- HOA FEE: $715/month
- Taxes: $6,934 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Condo
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12782178
- Updated: 10/10/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: None
- Interior Features: Storage, Built-in Features, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Decorative
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Storage, Park, Patio, Workshop Area
- Equipment: Cable TV, Intercom, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Location
- Area: CHI - Hyde Park
- County: Cook
- Township: Hyde Park
- Driving Directions: 57th Street to Blackstone North to 5559.
School Information
- School District: 299
- Elem School District: 299
- Midd School District: 299
- High School District: 299
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Heat, Water, Gas, Insurance, Security, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK
- Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, / 999lbs.
- Mgmt. Company: Kindred 3
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Condo, Low-Rise (1 to 3 Stories), Vintage
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Entry Floor Number: 3
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 1,600
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 12
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: COMMON
Animals
- Animals Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $715
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
- Tax Amount: $6,934.85
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Condo
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 20142041031006
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Schools
Schools serving 5559 S Blackstone Ave #3
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ray Elementary School 5631 South Kimbark Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637 | 7-8 | 0.3 mi |
Kenwood Academy High School 5015 South Blackstone Avenue, Chicago, IL 60615 | 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 5559 S Blackstone Ave #3
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/09/2026
Listed
$434,000
5.85%
MLS
4/05/2022
Sold
$410,000
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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 5559 S Blackstone Ave #3
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,629
—
$36,591
6%
2023
$6,629
6%
$34,622
—
2022
$6,277
2%
$34,622
—
2021
$6,158
11%
$34,622
21%
2020
$5,540
2%
$28,591
-8%
2019
$5,429
2%
$31,136
—
2018
$5,336
4%
$31,136
30%
2017
$5,144
20%
$23,894
—
2016
$4,286
10%
$23,894
—
2015
$3,898
-1%
$23,894
—
2014
$3,954
2%
$23,879
—
2013
$3,865
1%
$23,879
—
2012
$3,837
—
$23,879
—
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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5559 S Blackstone Avenue #3, Chicago, IL 60637 (MLS# 12782178) is a Condo property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5559 S Blackstone Avenue #3 is currently listed for $434,000 and was received on October 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 5559 S Blackstone Avenue #3? Do you have questions about finding other Condo real estate for sale in Hyde Park? You can browse all Hyde Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
