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$780,000

For Sale - Active
161 E Chicago Ave Unit 31B, Chicago, IL 60611
2 Beds
3 Baths
0 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1985
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 13 hours ago
Updated: Aug 14, 2025 at 03:58AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,706
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.27
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.5%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1985
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Set high above the Magnificent Mile in the esteemed Olympia Centre, this beautifully appointed corner residence offers generous proportions, thoughtful design, and sweeping southeastern views of the lake and skyline. A gracious entry with marble flooring opens to a large-scale living and dining space filled with natural light from wraparound windows, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is bright and elegant with marble floors, a custom bar, and a breakfast area overlooking the city. The intelligently designed split floorplan offers exceptional privacy, with an expansive primary suite featuring space for a sitting area or home office, two large walk-in closets, and a marble bath with soaking tub and separate shower. The secondary bedroom is equally spacious with its own recently renovated en-suite bath. A powder room, full laundry and storage room, and custom details throughout complete the interior. Residents enjoy the full-service lifestyle that makes the Olympia Centre so desirable, with 24-hour door staff, concierge, an indoor pool, shared roof deck and fitness center, all in a prime location just moments from the lakefront, renowned museums, and Chicago's most iconic restaurants and shopping. On-site garage parking available.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Leased, Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 2

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 63
  • Basement Description: None

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $1,904/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 17102000681052
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1985

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $16,671

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Electric, Baseboard, Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Katharine Waddell
Compass
(773) 517-2666

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12444967
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$2,706
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.1%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.27
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.5%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$780,000
Amount financed:
-$624,000
Down payment:
$156,000
Closing costs:
$23,400
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$179,400
Square feet:
0
Cost per square foot:
n/a
Monthly rent per square foot:
n/a

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$624,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$3,691
Property tax:
$1,389
Insurance:
$434
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$5,514

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$6,200 $74,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$372 -$4,464
Operating income:
$5,828 $69,936

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (22%)
22%-$1,389-$16,671
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$434-$5,208
Property management: (8%)
8%-$496-$5,952
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$310-$3,720
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$310-$3,720
HOA fees: (31%)
31%-$1,904-$22,848
Total operating expenses: (78%)
78%-$4,843-$58,119

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$985 $11,820
Mortgage payments:
-$3,691 -$44,292
Cash flow:
$2,706 $32,472