5538 S Perry Ave

Chicago, IL 60621

$71,250
Price
4
Beds
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Description

Step on up...don't be shy! This frame 2-unit is looking for its next owner, and thanks to a recent price improvement, the invitation just got a lot more attractive. Whether you're searching for a property with potential, a place to make your own, or an opportunity to add value through thoughtful updates, this could be the one that earns a spot at the top of your list. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bath in each unit, this property offers flexibility, functionality, and plenty of room for imagination....Step on up...don't be shy! This frame 2-unit is looking for its next owner, and thanks to a recent price improvement, the invitation just got a lot more attractive. Whether you're searching for a property with potential, a place to make your own, or an opportunity to add value through thoughtful updates, this could be the one that earns a spot at the top of your list. Featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 bath in each unit, this property offers flexibility, functionality, and plenty of room for imagination. The layouts provide a solid foundation for future improvements, while the partially finished basement offers additional space for storage, hobbies, recreation, or whatever creative vision you have in mind. Think of it as the bonus room that's still waiting to learn what it wants to be when it grows up. Let's be honest-some homes are completely finished. Others give you the opportunity to create something uniquely yours. This property proudly falls into the second category. Bring your ideas, your inspiration, your favorite paint color, and maybe even that toolbox you've been meaning to use more often. Washington Park is becoming more exciting! You'll enjoy convenient access to green space, walking paths, recreational amenities, and community attractions. The continued investment surrounding the Obama Presidential Center has brought renewed excitement and attention to the area. Nearby access to the University of Chicago, shopping, dining, public transportation, and the Dan Ryan Expressway helps keep everyday conveniences within easy reach. So if you've been waiting for an opportunity with upside potential, a great location, and a price that's moving in the right direction, don't let someone else become the new neighbor first. Opportunity is knocking. The price has spoken. Now all that's missing is you.
  1. Listed by Tamika Marks • Trademarks & Associates
    P: (773)-656-9895 C: (773)-656-9895 marksrealtor@yahoo.com

Property Details for 5538 South Perry Avenue

Area
CHI - Washington Park
Township
Lake
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
Zoning
MULTI
LISTING UPDATED: 06/09/2026 12:06 AM

Property Details for 5538 South Perry Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12667592
Days on Market1
Taxes$1,352 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeTwo to Four Units / 2 Flat
Year Built1888
Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,178 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 5538 South Perry Avenue

Stories-Residences2Year Built1888Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,178 SF

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Property Information for 5538 South Perry Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • # Full Baths in Building: 2
  • # Half Baths in Building: 0
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
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 Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 25 x 85
  • Total # Units in Building: 2.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Stone
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 5500
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 100
  • 3 Br Un In Bldg: No
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2026-06-03T22:58:53
  • Photos Count: 38
  • Habitable Residence: No
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Multi Family
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 1
  • Lease Expiration Date: 00/00
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
  • Lease Expiration Date: 00/00

Public Records for 5538 South Perry Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$623Additions$9,378Total$10,001
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,527 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,527 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,075 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1888CountyCOOKAPN20-16-205-029

Schools near 5538 South Perry Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Carter Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Phillips Academy High School
Public - 9 to 12
Beasley Elementary Magnet Academic Center
Public - PK to 8
KIPP Bloom Charter Elementary School
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Carter Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Phillips Academy High School
Public9 to 12

Beasley Elementary Magnet Academic Center
PublicPK to 8

KIPP Bloom Charter Elementary 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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More information about 5538 South Perry Avenue, Chicago, IL 60621

5538 South Perry Avenue is a multi-family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60621. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Carter Elementary School, Phillips Academy High School and Beasley Elementary Magnet Academic Center. 5538 South Perry Avenue is a 4-bed, 2-bath, multi-family home built in 1888.

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