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$229,900

For Sale - Active
1550 S Blue Island Ave Unit 822, Chicago, IL 60608
1 Bed
1 Bath
0 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1913
For Sale - Active
321 Units
Checked: 20 hours ago
Updated: Jun 28, 2025 at 02:03PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$589
Cap Rate
2.6%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.46
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-8.9%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1913
For Sale - Active
321 Units

Enjoy space and sun in this South-facing 1 bedroom plus office in University Station! This unit features fresh paint, high concrete ceilings, and white oak LVP flooring throughout, a flex space perfect for an office, and one deeded parking space INCLUDED! The main living area has abundant light from the large south-facing windows, and a sliding door opening to your private balcony. The kitchen is open with stylish painted wood cabinets, gold hardware, a new faucet, granite countertops with a breakfast bar new light fixture. There is an adjacent area for a dining table. Off the main hallway is a flex space currently used as an office, perfect for work from home. The bedroom is spacious with a large walk-in closet with Elfa built-in shelving. The bath has a newly refinished tub, an oversized vanity with a new quartz countertop w/ porcelain undermount sink, and a large linen closet. There is a washer/dryer in unit, a storage cage in the building, and deeded garage parking included in the price! Assessments include internet, heat, gas, and AC. The popular and architecturally landmarked University Station building has a door person, 2 dog runs, fitness center, party room, and bike room. Walk to Pilsen's 18th St restaurants, culture, and nightlife. Convenient location just a quick drive to the Loop, University Village, Little Italy, the West Loop, the medical district, and I-290 & 90/94 expressways.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached, Garage Door Opener(s), Heated, Garage, Garage On-Site
  • Details: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Deeded, Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 1

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 5
  • # of Stories: 11
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $577/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 17201280281140
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1913

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,298

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Adam Wavrunek
Domain Realty
(773) 235-9142

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12401449
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$589
Cap Rate
2.6%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-13.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.46
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-8.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$229,900
Amount financed:
-$183,920
Down payment:
$45,980
Closing costs:
$6,897
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$52,877
Square feet:
0
Cost per square foot:
n/a
Monthly rent per square foot:
n/a

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$183,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,088
Property tax:
$442
Insurance:
$154
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,684

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,200 $26,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$132 -$1,584
Operating income:
$2,068 $24,816

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (20%)
20%-$442-$5,298
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$154-$1,848
Property management: (8%)
8%-$176-$2,112
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$110-$1,320
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$110-$1,320
HOA fees: (26%)
26%-$577-$6,924
Total operating expenses: (71%)
71%-$1,569-$18,822

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$499 $5,988
Mortgage payments:
-$1,088 -$13,056
Cash flow:
$589 $7,068