6237 S May St

2,235 Sq. Ft.
$56 / Sq. Ft.
2,235
Sq. Ft.
$56
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Attention Investors! Discover the incredible potential for this Multi-Unit! This property is ready for a full rehab and awaits your creative vision to bring it back to life. The standout feature is the spacious second-floor duplex-up unit, offering two bedrooms upstairs and one bedroom on the main level-an ideal layout for maximizing living space and rental income. Both units are serviced by a recently updated boiler (2019), and some plumbing updates were also completed in 2019, according to the...Attention Investors! Discover the incredible potential for this Multi-Unit! This property is ready for a full rehab and awaits your creative vision to bring it back to life. The standout feature is the spacious second-floor duplex-up unit, offering two bedrooms upstairs and one bedroom on the main level-an ideal layout for maximizing living space and rental income. Both units are serviced by a recently updated boiler (2019), and some plumbing updates were also completed in 2019, according to the owner. The property is being sold As-Is, presenting a prime opportunity for those looking to renovate and add value. Buyer's agent is responsible for verifying square footage and property detail. Don't miss out on this diamond in the rough with so much beautiful potential!
  1. Listed by Vivian Washington Crumpton • POWER Realty Chicagoland,PLLC
    P: (708)-328-8551 C: (708)-328-8551 vwrealtor1@yahoo.com

Property Details for 6237 South May Street

Area
CHI - Englewood
Township
Lake
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s)
Architectural Style
A-Frame
LISTING UPDATED: 03/15/2026 12:08 AM

Property Details for 6237 South May Street

StatusActive
MLS #12586982
Days on Market44
Taxes$1,507 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeTwo to Four Units / 2 Flat
Year Built1894
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 6237 South May Street

Stories-Residences2Year Built1894Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

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Property Information for 6237 South May Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Nicholson Elementary School Math
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Phillips Academy High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 1331
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 15
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • # Full Baths in Building: 2
  • # Half Baths in Building: 1
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Lot Description: Common Grounds
  • Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 27 X 124
  • Total # Units in Building: 2.0
  • Other Structures: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Frame
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 6237
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 1132
  • 3 Br Un In Bldg: Yes
  • Conversion: N
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2026-03-09T16:39:02
  • Photos Count: 14
  • Deconversion: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Gross Income: $.00
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: N/A
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 2
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 3
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
  • Lease Expiration Date: N/A

Property History for 6237 South May Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12586982

$125,000
Oct 7, 2022

Sold

MRED #11426762

$82,000
Sep 6, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1499141320

$82,000

+12.4% / yr

Aug 18, 2022

Pending

MRED #11426762

Jul 6, 2022

Price Change

MRED #11426762

$95,000
Jun 30, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11426762

$105,000
Jun 20, 2022

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #11426762

Jun 6, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11426762

$105,000
May 16, 2019

Sold

MRED #10301686

$55,000
Apr 11, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644562207

$55,000

+40.3% / yr

Apr 3, 2019

Pending

MRED #10301686

Mar 26, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10301686

$50,000
Feb 18, 2015

Sold

MRED #08773898

$13,500
Feb 17, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #488238712

$13,500
Jan 2, 2015

Pending

MRED #08773898

Nov 12, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08773898

$12,000
Oct 24, 2014

Expired

MRED #08656098

$15,000
Jun 26, 2014

Cancelled

MRED #08569638

$35,000
Jun 26, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08656098

$32,500
Mar 28, 2014

Cancelled

MRED #08560418

$32,000
Mar 28, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08569638

$39,900
Mar 17, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08560418

$32,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/09/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12586982

$125,000
10/07/2022

Sold

MRED #11426762

$82,000
09/06/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1499141320

$82,000

+12.4% / yr

08/18/2022

Pending

MRED #11426762

07/06/2022

Price Change

MRED #11426762

$95,000
06/30/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11426762

$105,000
06/20/2022

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #11426762

06/06/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11426762

$105,000
05/16/2019

Sold

MRED #10301686

$55,000
04/11/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644562207

$55,000

+40.3% / yr

04/03/2019

Pending

MRED #10301686

03/26/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10301686

$50,000
02/18/2015

Sold

MRED #08773898

$13,500
02/17/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #488238712

$13,500
01/02/2015

Pending

MRED #08773898

11/12/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08773898

$12,000
10/24/2014

Expired

MRED #08656098

$15,000
06/26/2014

Cancelled

MRED #08569638

$35,000
06/26/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08656098

$32,500
03/28/2014

Cancelled

MRED #08560418

$32,000
03/28/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08569638

$39,900
03/17/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08560418

$32,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 6237 South May Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,656Additions$1,844Total$3,500
Tax Record2023$738 ($62 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,638 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,638 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,312 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1897CountyCOOKAPN20-17-425-014

Schools near 6237 South May Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Nicholson Technology Acad Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Englewood STEM High School
Public9 to 12

Jefferson Alt High School
Public6 to 12

York Alternative High School
Public9 to 12

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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6237 South May Street is a multi-family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60621. This property was listed for sale on March 9, 2026 by POWER Realty Chicagoland,PLLC, it's currently listed at $125,000. It has been on the market for a total of 44 days and was last sold on October 7, 2022. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Nicholson Technology Acad Elementary School, Englewood STEM High School and Jefferson Alt High School. 6237 South May Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,235 sqft multi-family home built in 1894.

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