Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/02/2026
Listed
$649,900
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Property Description
Exceptional investment or owner-occupant opportunity in a prime location! This solid brick two-flat features two spacious 3-bedroom, 1-bath units, both offering beautifully remodeled porcelain-tiled bathrooms (2025), fresh paint (2026), and hardwood flooring throughout. With both units vacant, this property is truly move-in ready and offers immediate income potential or flexible multi-generational living options. Ideally situated within walking distance to the Skokie Swift, Target, public transportation, and just steps from Lockwood Park, convenience is unmatched. Quick access to the Edens Expressway (I-94) makes commuting a breeze. Each unit (~1,200 sq. ft.) boasts a generous 19x15 living and dining room combination, eat-in kitchens, and abundant natural light. The partially finished basement provides additional living or workspace possibilities with two extra rooms (heated), a workbench area, washer and dryer, and ample storage space. Additional highlights include updated windows, separate utilities and HVAC systems with central air conditioning, enclosed rear porch/stairwell, concrete patio, and a one and a half car garage. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or live in one unit while renting the other, this well-maintained property offers outstanding value, flexibility, and location. Sold "as is."
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5036 Crain St
General
- Price: $649,900
- Taxes: $5,574 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12608392
- Updated: 6/2/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Partially
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Multiple Water Heaters, Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Skokie
- County: Cook
- Township: Niles
- Driving Directions: DEMPSTER TO LE CLAIRE SOUTH TO CRAIN EAST TO PROPERTY.
School Information
- School District: 69
- Elem School District: 69
- Midd School District: 69
- High School District: 219
- Elementary School: Madison Elementary School
- Middle School: Lincoln Junior High School
- High School: Niles West High School
- Private School: Niles West High School
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Year Built: 1954
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units in Building: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 40 x 125
- Zoning: MULTI
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1954
- Tax Amount: $5,574.38
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 10212060270000
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Schools
Schools serving 5036 Crain St
School Districts:Skokie School District 69, Niles Township Community High School District 219
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Madison Elementary School, Skokie, IL 5100 Madison Street, Skokie, IL 60077 | PK-2 | 0.5 mi |
Thomas Edison Elementary School 8200 Gross Point Road, Morton Grove, IL 60053 | 3-5 | 0.9 mi |
Lincoln Jr High School, Skokie, IL 7839 Lincoln Avenue, Skokie, IL 60077 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Niles West High School 5701 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077 | 9-12 | 1.3 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 5036 Crain St
Tax History
Tax History for 5036 Crain St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$5,148
—
$54,000
26%
2023
$5,148
-3%
$43,000
—
2022
$5,308
-12%
$43,000
29%
2021
$6,005
8%
$33,275
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2020
$5,554
1%
$33,275
-13%
2019
$5,488
-10%
$38,248
19%
2018
$6,123
1%
$32,123
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2017
$6,043
-10%
$32,123
—
2016
$6,743
-10%
$32,123
26%
2015
$7,465
4%
$25,463
—
2014
$7,145
-4%
$25,463
—
2013
$7,413
-33%
$25,463
-33%
2012
$11,015
—
$37,872
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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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5036 Crain Street, Skokie, IL 60077 (MLS# 12608392) is a Multi-Family property with 2 units containing 6 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 5036 Crain Street is currently listed for $649,900 and was received on June 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 5036 Crain Street? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Skokie? You can browse all Skokie real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.