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$1,150,000

For Sale - Active
161 E Chicago Ave Unit 42A, Chicago, IL 60611
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,506 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1985
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 3 hours ago
Updated: May 26, 2025 at 12:47PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,576
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-20.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.24
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.0%

Property Description


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

Welcome to Residence 42A where you will enjoy views of Chicago's most iconic buildings and the gorgeous blue water of Lake Michigan. The gracious proportions of this three bedroom, two-and-a-half bath home make it perfect for both entertaining and everyday living. The living room, library (third bedroom with pocket doors), and dining room with wet bar flow beautifully together and yet are defined spaces. The chef's kitchen offers a suite of high-end appliances, including a Sub-Zero fridge, Wolf double oven, Wolf 5-burner induction cooktop, and GE Monogram microwave. A breakfast room overlooks the lake and Navy Pier. This home is perfect for the art lover, with the entry and gallery adding wall space to the other rooms. The primary suite offers thrilling east-facing lake views, three organized walk-in closets, and a spacious ensuite bath with radiant heated floors. The north-facing second bedroom has an efficient built-in office plus room for guests and an ensuite bathroom that is equally impressive, a walk-in closet with custom built-ins, and a second full bath with great storage. The third bedroom offers ultimate flexibility as a bedroom, library, or office. In addition, the home has a beautifully appointed powder room and a discreet utility closet with a washer and vented dryer. Additional walk-in storage is just steps down the hallway on the same floor. Best of all, 161 Chicago offers five-star service, with its 24-hour door and front desk staff, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a relaxing indoor pool, and a rooftop deck for watching fireworks. This is a pet-friendly building, with parking available. Surrounded by the best that Chicago has to offer, you are steps from luxury shopping, fine dining, and arts and culture.

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Property Details


Parking

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

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • # of Stories: 63
  • Basement Description: None

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $2,343/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 17102000681139
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1985

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $19,335

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Zoned, Radiant Floor
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Kyle Harvey
Baird & Warner
(312) 560-1032

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12285347
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$4,576
Cap Rate
1.5%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-20.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.24
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-16.0%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$1,150,000
Amount financed:
-$920,000
Down payment:
$230,000
Closing costs:
$34,500
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$264,500
Square feet:
2,506
Cost per square foot:
$459
Monthly rent per square foot:
$3.11

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$920,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.810%
Principal & interest:
$6,004
Property tax:
$1,611
Insurance:
$546
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$8,161

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$7,800 $93,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$468 -$5,616
Operating income:
$7,332 $87,984

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (21%)
21%-$1,611-$19,335
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$546-$6,552
Property management: (8%)
8%-$624-$7,488
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$390-$4,680
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$390-$4,680
HOA fees: (30%)
30%-$2,343-$28,116
Total operating expenses: (76%)
76%-$5,904-$70,851

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,428 $17,136
Mortgage payments:
-$6,004 -$72,048
Cash flow:
$4,576 $54,912