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$375,000

For Sale - Active
1515 S Prairie Ave Unit 715, Chicago, IL 60605
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,100 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 2003
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 20 hours ago
Updated: Jun 17, 2025 at 03:28AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,022
Cap Rate
2.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.42
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.8%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 2003
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Bright & Beautiful 2 Bed / 2 Bath Condo in Prime Museum Campus / Prairie District. This chic west-facing condo features a desirable split-bedroom layout, open-concept kitchen and living space including a designated dining space, a freshly tiled fireplace and a spacious private balcony ideal for indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. Recent updates include: new flooring, fresh paint, new carpet in the bedrooms, modern light fixtures, built-in shelving, office nook, in-unit washer/dryer, and new appliances. This home also showcases generous sized bedrooms with ample closet space and the primary suite includes an attached full bath w Custom Built-ins. Prairie House is a professionally managed building with 24-hr door staff, fitness center, sundeck, party room, bike room, extra storage, and on-site maintenance & engineer. Monthly assessment includes everything (heat, A/C, gas, cable, internet) - just pay electricity! Unbeatable location adjacent to Mark Twain Park, and steps to Target, Mariano's, Trader Joe's, CTA, and expressways. Just a few more steps and you'll find yourself ready to take advantage of Soldier Field, all of the museums, Northerly Island, the bike/ jogging path, and the whole lakefront! Garage Parking available for an additional $30K.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Deeded, Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 5
  • # of Stories: 15
  • Basement Description: None
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Material: Other

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $834/monthly

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Condominium Unit

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 17221101071072
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 2003

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $6,627

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Wall Unit(s), Zoned

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Robert Yoshimura
Compass
(773) 482-1917

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12391057
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,022
Cap Rate
2.4%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.42
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-9.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$375,000
Amount financed:
-$300,000
Down payment:
$75,000
Closing costs:
$11,250
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$86,250
Square feet:
1,100
Cost per square foot:
$341
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.82

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$300,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,775
Property tax:
$552
Insurance:
$217
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,544

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,100 $37,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$186 -$2,232
Operating income:
$2,914 $34,968

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (18%)
18%-$552-$6,628
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$217-$2,604
Property management: (8%)
8%-$248-$2,976
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$155-$1,860
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$155-$1,860
HOA fees: (27%)
27%-$834-$10,008
Total operating expenses: (70%)
70%-$2,161-$25,936

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$753 $9,036
Mortgage payments:
-$1,775 -$21,300
Cash flow:
$1,022 $12,264