702 S May St

Chicago, IL 60607

$829,500
Price
5
Beds
3,876 Sq. Ft.
$214 / Sq. Ft.
3,876
Sq. Ft.
$214
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Location! Location! Location! Rare opportunity to own a spacious single-family home on an extra-wide lot tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Chicago's sought-after Little Italy / UIC neighborhood. This expansive residence offers 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, providing ample room for comfortable living, multi-generational use, or strong investment potential. The home offers a functional layout with generously sized bedrooms and abundant storage throughout. The updated kitchen features...Location! Location! Location! Rare opportunity to own a spacious single-family home on an extra-wide lot tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac in the heart of Chicago's sought-after Little Italy / UIC neighborhood. This expansive residence offers 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, providing ample room for comfortable living, multi-generational use, or strong investment potential. The home offers a functional layout with generously sized bedrooms and abundant storage throughout. The updated kitchen features stainless steel appliances, creating a space ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Additional highlights include in-unit laundry, zoned central heating/cooling, water heater and a 2-car garage. An unfinished basement provides excellent storage space with potential for customization or expansion. This home offers rare open exposures with unobstructed views and abundant natural light. The north elevation remains permanently open due to the adjacent UIC parking area, providing unrestricted skyline views of Chicago and ensuring no future construction will block the sunlight or outlook from the home. Currently leased through 7/30/2026, Garage Leased through 9/30/2026. Ideally located just steps from the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) campus, with easy access to Taylor Street dining, shopping, and nightlife, as well as convenient transportation options including I-90/94 and the Blue Line, allowing for a quick commute to downtown Chicago. Whether you're an owner-occupant or investor, this property offers size, location, zoning flexibility, and long-term upside in one of Chicago's most sought-after neighborhoods. Lot size is 28 x 112 and Zoned RT4. Perfect for investors, rehabbers, or buyers seeking a full renovation project. Sold AS-IS.
  1. Listed by Hashim Hamsakutty • eXp Realty
    P: (312)-972-9284 hashim.hamsakutty@gmail.com; hashim.hamsakutty@exprealty.com

Property Details for 702 South May Street

Area
CHI - Near West Side
Township
West Chicago
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 06/03/2026 12:06 AM

Property Details for 702 South May Street

StatusActive
MLS #12618452
Days on Market31
Taxes$17,945 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1922
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,088 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 702 South May Street

Stories-Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,088 SF

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Property Information for 702 South May Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Smyth Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Smyth Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Wells Community Academy Senior H
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, None, Daylight
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Bedroom 5
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
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
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Cul-de-Sac
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 28 x 112
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 702
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 1100
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 2674
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2026-05-04T15:52:40
  • Photos Count: 15
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 22X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X8
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 17X10
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 9X14
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 9X15
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 13X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X21
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 22X9
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 14X27

Property History for 702 South May Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12618452

$829,500—
May 19, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12618452

$859,500—
May 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12618452

$899,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2026

Price Change

MRED #12618452

$829,500
05/19/2026

Price Change

MRED #12618452

$859,500
05/04/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12618452

$899,500

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

Public Records for 702 South May Street

Taxable ValueLand$17,304Additions$71,696Total$89,000
Tax Record2023$14,820 ($1,235 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,674 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,674 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,090 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922CountyCOOKAPN17-17-409-054

Schools near 702 South May Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Smyth J Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Wells Community Academy High School
Public - 9 to 12
Galileo Scholastic Academy of Math & Science
Public - K to 8
Chicago World Language Academy
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Smyth J Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Wells Community Academy High School
Public9 to 12

Galileo Scholastic Academy of Math & Science
PublicK to 8

Chicago World Language Academy
PublicK 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 702 South May Street, Chicago, IL 60607

702 South May Street is a single family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60607. This property was listed for sale on May 4, 2026 by eXp Realty, it's currently listed at $829,500. It has been on the market for a total of 31 days and was last sold on September 3, 2019. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Smyth J Elementary School, Wells Community Academy High School and Galileo Scholastic Academy of Math & Science. 702 South May Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 3,876 sqft single family home built in 1922.

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