3248 S Paulina St

Chicago, IL 60608

$429,000
Price
5
Beds
2,474 Sq. Ft.
$173 / Sq. Ft.
2,474
Sq. Ft.
$173
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By @propertiesPending
Listed By @propertiesPending
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Description

Well-maintained legal 2-flat on an extra-large 149' x 25' lot in sought-after McKinley Park. The inviting first-floor residence features two bedrooms and a full bath, complemented by living and dining rooms with a comfortable, traditional layout. The distinctive upper unit offers an expansive combined living and dining space highlighted by beautiful original hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances and a private staircase leading up to the next level. The top floor includes three bedrooms, a convenient...Well-maintained legal 2-flat on an extra-large 149' x 25' lot in sought-after McKinley Park. The inviting first-floor residence features two bedrooms and a full bath, complemented by living and dining rooms with a comfortable, traditional layout. The distinctive upper unit offers an expansive combined living and dining space highlighted by beautiful original hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances and a private staircase leading up to the next level. The top floor includes three bedrooms, a convenient en-suite half bath, and a versatile sitting area - ideal for a home office. Both units were enhanced with brand-new furnaces and central air conditioning in 2022. Recent capital improvements include new windows throughout in 2023, a new roof in 2023, and durable new siding in 2025. The partially finished basement provides additional flexibility with a full bath and shared coin-operated laundry, making this property a strong investment or owner-occupant opportunity. Large back yard is waiting for your ideas. Property is in excellent condition and is being conveyed as is. A 24 hour notice is required for showings.
  1. Listed by James Hankes • @properties Christie's International Real Estate
    P: (312)-752-8329 C: (312)-752-8329 jimhankes@atproperties.com

Property Details for 3248 South Paulina Street

Area
CHI - McKinley Park
Township
South Chicago
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 02/19/2026 02:00 PM

Property Details for 3248 South Paulina Street

StatusPending
MLS #12551442
Days on Market8
Taxes$5,425 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeTwo to Four Units / 2 Flat
Year Built1879
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,725 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 3248 South Paulina Street

Stories-Residences2Year Built1879Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,725 SF

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Property Information for 3248 South Paulina Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • # Full Baths in Building: 3
  • # Half Baths in Building: 1
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 149 x 25
  • Total # Units in Building: 2.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 3200
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 1400
  • 3 Br Un In Bldg: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2026-01-21T21:44:02
  • Photos Count: 43
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: 3D Tour
Multi Family
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $650.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 1
  • Lease Expiration Date: NA
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $1,800.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 2
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 3
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
  • Lease Expiration Date: NA

Property History for 3248 South Paulina Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 27, 2026

Pending

MRED #12551442

—
Jan 27, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12551442

—
Jan 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12551442

$429,000—
Dec 2, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1502996259

$250,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/27/2026

Pending

MRED #12551442

—
01/27/2026

Contingent

MRED #12551442

—
01/20/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12551442

$429,000
12/02/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1502996259

$250,000

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Public Records for 3248 South Paulina Street

Taxable ValueLand$9,375Additions$11,277Total$20,652
Tax Record2023$4,357 ($363 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,100 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,100 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,750 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1878CountyCOOKAPN17-31-212-054

Schools near 3248 South Paulina Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Greene N Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Evergreen Academy Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Thomas Kelly College Preparatory
Public - 9 to 12
Namaste Elementary Charter School
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Greene N Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Evergreen Academy Middle School
Public6 to 8

Thomas Kelly College Preparatory
Public9 to 12

Namaste Elementary Charter School
CharterK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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