5159 S May St, Chicago, IL 60609
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OFF MARKET

$285,600

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,292 sqft

5159 S May St, Chicago, IL 60609

Back of the Yards
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 7, 2024 for $240,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$286K
Since last month
Increased$800 (+0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$39K (+15.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$46K (+19%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +244% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$286K
August 2026$285K
July 2026$285K
June 2026$281K
May 2026$281K
April 2026$267K
March 2026$257K
February 2026$252K
January 2026$256K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5116 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$175,000
04/23/26
5
2
1,237
5020 S May St, Chicago, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$148,500
08/13/26
5
1.5
1,107
5245 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$275,000
08/05/26
3
3
903
5327 S Aberdeen St, Chicago, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$160,000
12/01/25
4
1.5
1,078
5033 S Throop St, Chicago, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$206,000
04/22/26
3
1
1,112
4856 S Ada St, Chicago, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$296,000
08/28/26
3
1.5
1,400
907 W 50th St, Chicago, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$193,000
11/24/25
3
1.5
840
5149 S Carpenter St, Chicago, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$105,000
05/29/26
3
2.5
2,000
845 W 50th Pl, Chicago, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$255,000
01/29/26
5
2
2,520
5151 S Emerald Ave, Chicago, IL
0.51
Single-Family Home
$245,000
11/26/25
5
2
1,100

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
S, Chicago, IL 60609
0.04
$215,000
9
3
-
Recently Sold
5135 S May St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.05
$100,000
2
1
1,100
For Sale
5148 S May St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
5045 S May St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.06
$216,100
4
2
-
Off Market
5043 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
0.08
$394,000
7
3
-
For Sale
1208 W 51st St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.11
$130,000
3
2
966
For Sale
5159 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
0.12
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1210 W 51st St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.11
$145,000
6
2
-
Recently Sold
5125 S Elizabeth St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.13
$469,000
7
4
-
Recently Sold
5029 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
0.11
$399,900
8
3
-
For Sale
5027 S May St, Chicago, IL 60609
0.09
-
-
-
-
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5159 S May St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1961
1,292 sqft
$221/sqft
Garage

About this House

Gorgeous 3+1 bed 2.5 bath home situated on a corner lot. Full finished basement ready for a large family. New kitchen cabinets and countertop. New appliances. Updated bathrooms, freshly painted interior. 2 car garage. Private fence. Property is ready to move in. Close to transportation, expressway and stores. 15 min to Midway.
5159 S May St, Chicago, IL 60609 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,292 sqft single-family home in Back of the Yards, built in 1961. It last sold for $240,000 on Oct 7, 2024 (10% above the $219,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $285,600, with a rent estimate of $2,440/month.
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listed by Alma Olvera, (773) 317-6737
RE/MAX Mi Casa
Alberto Tapia, (312) 597-3178
RE/MAX Mi Casa
Bought with: Lorena Ramirez-Carrillo, YUB Realty Inc
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12107082

Home Details for 5159 S May St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1292 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Step Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 20084010480000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $219,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jul 17 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Negotiable

Location

Direction & Address
City: Chicago
School Information
Elementary School District: 299Jr High / Middle School District: 299High School District: 299

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3580.632 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12107082

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 7, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12107082
Sold
$240,000
Jul 17, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12107082
Contingent
$219,000
Jul 11, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12107082
Listed For Sale
$219,000
Feb 27, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11714570
Sold
$65,000
Feb 8, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11714570
Pending
$65,000

Market trends in Chicago

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$389K
$10.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$294
$8MoM
Available listings
5488
263MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Back of the Yards

At least 311 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 69 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 66 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 65 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say car is needed

  • 64 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 59 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say parking is easy

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say it's quiet

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 38 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say people would walk alone at night

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  • Acostamarina148
    "I loved the neighborhood very peaceful very mindful very safe very clam very cool very comfortable "
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  • Hr6kwwkdfq
    "Be aware of stay painting of gang activity no harm to you but they have been tagging the building for more the 40 years "
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  • Trulia User
    "make sure your kids are always safe its dangerous over here. Make sure you get them to school on time. Keep them in after school activities and out the way."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a cultural area for blacks and minorities I would recommend this neighborhood for work school living and building."
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  • Trulia User
    "There is a newer dog park in McKinley park! It’s clean and large. There are big dog and small dog designated sections."
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  • Trulia User
    "Violence. It s not safe in englewood. I have lived here for a while now and they shoot a lot in this neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "There is nothing that makes the neighborhood feel special anymore. Churches are gone and so are most programs "
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  • MSuarez
    "47th festival every year churches events trying to make neighbors socialize and to get together to make the neighborhood safer. "
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  • Trulia User
    "easy access to public transportation. There's a bus stop at almost every corner. Many convenience shops, and restaurants in the area. plenty of access to schools"
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived in this area for about 2.5 years. It's very neighborly. BUT there has been an uptick in gun violence. I wish it could go back to what it was. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood is completely out of control. No sense of community. No respect for the elders who already exist here. Police presence is scarce "
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  • Trulia User
    "Nice area can get a little rough in certain areas during the summer but overall not as bad as people make it seem"
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood for 37 years and nice neighbors and it's a nice neighborhood and if you don't bother them they won't bother you good community"
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  • Trulia User
    "near expressway so its convenient to travel from place to place and shop; near downtown and Shopping "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog owners can walk their dogs freely and plenty of sidewalks . Alleys not always safe but once you know neighbors you can feel safe to choose one "
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  • Trulia User
    "The community helps to improve their neighborhoods .Caring about where you live and how it appears makes a difference when other drive through well kept communities."
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  • Shannon M.
    "They pop fireworks all year round. It’s annoying. But it’s a nice family block. People need to pick up after there dogs more tho. An there is access to a lot of stores in the a Area. An grocery stores"
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  • Gloria S.
    "This is a fairly decent neighborhood to live in, there is mild violence compared to other places. All in all I enjoy my neighborhood because everything is walkable!"
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  • Mrsruthpena
    "The commute is really good it’s about 15-20 to downtown Chicago. Ashland and Halsted are near by if you have to go Northside or south side. I like to take Racine north to get to downtown faster. Cuts your commute if train is not passing by. "
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  • Kiwana R.
    "I have different options as far as commuting . There are many side streets and main streets connecting to the Eways. "
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  • Ruby A.
    "Everything is great the dogs are comfterable and people clean up after their dog. It is not messy as people seem to think actua. I love this community for my dog "
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  • Kitty
    "There are a lot of restaurants and shops. It is convenient to take public transportation. It is not 100% safety but it is not really bad area. People around here , they are hard workers. The area is not much beautiful. Only Some in front of house do not cut glass or clean much. "
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  • Carl O.
    "Everybody knows each other in this neighborhood we almost can say we all family but it’s just so bad over here that I wouldn’t even recommend it 🤷‍♂️"
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  • Kitty
    "I have lived here for 2 years. It is not too bad even though it’s not safe area for 100% but for me it is safe 60-70 %. My neighbor helped to take care of each."
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  • Lynsaylindsey
    "My neighborhood has limited access to downtown locations and is a food, and entertainment desert. The positive of my neighborhood is that it has grammar schools near by for families with young children. "
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  • Robertodelaluz86
    "Back of the yards festival music food and mechanical rides live groups and the food is great. Great local restaurants!"
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  • Katherine
    "There are bus stops where close with my house, near groceries shop and restaurants, area is not much safe but it is not real bad"
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  • Ismaelmendz123
    "This neighborhood used to be a lot more violent, however back of the yards/new city is improving as a community and it’s improving in safety as there are less and less shootings each year and it will become better!"
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  • Alex
    "it's a rough neighborhood, schools are not the best, and there are a lot of shooting happening in the area "
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  • Alexander B. R.
    "Nothing really, but there are a lot of businesses and even companies around where I live. There are factory like garbage dumping, tour bus, meat produce, car and tire repair, etc."
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  • Coppedgejv
    "You see dog owners walking dogs often. I believe dog owners would like living in this neighborhood and would "
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  • Vanessa A.
    "This is a family oriented neighborhood. There are quite a few schools near by and parks. Easy access to grocery stores. CTA is accessible."
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  • Fjesseffa
    "Some what ok but trying to move to a better area for the safety of my kids and to start a new journey for me and mines would love a mix area with not that much crime activity going on "
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  • Francayala
    "this is a great community with everything close stores, schools , a lot of different food , parks, schools and a lot more things you can see every day changing around. "
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  • Safiya S.
    "Sherman Park... there's lagoon, Park path, two parks, and a library, it's a great neighborhood for any type of pet."
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  • Anthony C.
    "me my church personality friends music and events that celebrated year after year with tradition and new concepts with the new generation"
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  • Fields5228
    "I lived here for forty odd years on and off and it hasn’t gotten better by any means I’m looking to relocate ASAP "
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  • Jlortiz275
    "The way we all convide with eachother and help eachother, we are always on it we are actually working on making each street parking space residential so only people that live on that street can park there . "
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Frequently asked questions about 5159 S May St

  • What is 5159 S May St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5159 S May St in Chicago, IL is $285,600.
  • What is the price history for 5159 S May St?
    5159 S May St in Chicago, IL last sold for $240,000 in October 2024.
  • Is Chicago a buyer's or seller's market?
    Chicago is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Chicago?
    The median sale price in Chicago is $389K. That is up $10.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 5159 S May St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5159 S May St in Chicago, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 5159 S May St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5159 S May St in Chicago, IL has laundry facilities.

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