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$299,900

For Sale - Active
137 E Stimmel St, West Chicago, IL 60185
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,000 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1957
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 10 hours ago
Updated: Aug 01, 2025 at 05:50AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$246
Cap Rate
4.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-4.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.83
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-0.2%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1957
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Calling all investors and homebuyers who want sweat equity! This charming ranch offers great potential with 3 spacious bedrooms and a basement-perfect for additional living space, a home office, or entertaining. This home needs a kitchen, bathrooms, flooring and paint. The home has great bones with a large living room with natural light and an eat-in kitchen. Enjoy the convenience of a 1-car detached garage with alley access, plus a nice backyard space for gardening or outdoor gatherings. Located just minutes from downtown, shopping, dining, and public transportation. Bring your vision and finishing touches to make this home truly shine! Ideal for owner-occupants or savvy investors looking to add value.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: On Site, Detached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Material: Asphalt

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential (Assumed)

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0410305017
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1957

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $4,972

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Other
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Du Page

Listing Details


Listed by:
Saide Torres
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(847) 255-3900

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12391851
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$246
Cap Rate
4.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-4.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.83
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-0.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$299,900
Amount financed:
-$239,920
Down payment:
$59,980
Closing costs:
$8,997
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$68,977
Square feet:
1,000
Cost per square foot:
$300
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.30

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$239,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,419
Property tax:
$414
Insurance:
$161
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,994

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,300 $27,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$138 -$1,656
Operating income:
$2,162 $25,944

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (18%)
18%-$414-$4,972
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$161-$1,932
Property management: (8%)
8%-$184-$2,208
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (43%)
43%-$989-$11,872

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,173 $14,076
Mortgage payments:
-$1,419 -$17,028
Cash flow:
$246 $2,952