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$500,000

For Sale - Active
1634 W 38th St, Chicago, IL 60609
7 Beds
3 Baths
2,250 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1889
For Sale - Active
2 Units
Checked: 7 hours ago
Updated: Jun 27, 2025 at 06:30PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,406
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.46
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.2%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1889
For Sale - Active
2 Units

Fully remodeled - New Roof, New Dual HVAC, New Electric, New Gas, New Plumbing. Amazing area blocks from McKinley park. This early 1900s brick duplex was recently fully remodeled with a new roof, 4-inch (closed cell) insulation for low energy bills, dual HVAC with multi floor temperature control, tankless water heater systems, electric, plumbing, gas lines, windows, and foundation drainage upgrades. The interior has been fully re-designed for better use of space, with 1920s cider hardwood floors finished in Jacobean color, with spectacular bathrooms that include upgraded Delta dual function faucets, tankless toilets, modern Quartz, and marble floors. Kitchens include Quarz countertops, appliances including upgraded modern stove with convection oven, external exhaust ventilation range,and extensive cabinet space. The upper duplex includes dual living rooms space with dual floor temperature control systems. The only small upgrade missing is a finished back porch.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: None
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 7

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Total): 3.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 9
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Attic: Yes
  • Basement Description: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Material: Asphalt

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Multi-Family Dwellings (any combination 2+)

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1731423013
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: A-Frame
  • Year Built: 1889

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,429

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Kirk Bennett
ByOwner.com
(800) 296-9637

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12401493
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,406
Cap Rate
2.9%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.46
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$500,000
Amount financed:
-$400,000
Down payment:
$100,000
Closing costs:
$15,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$115,000
Square feet:
2,250
Cost per square foot:
$222
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.07

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$400,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.810%
Principal & interest:
$2,610
Property tax:
$452
Insurance:
$168
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,230

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,400 $28,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$144 -$1,728
Operating income:
$2,256 $27,072

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (19%)
19%-$452-$5,429
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$168-$2,016
Property management: (8%)
8%-$192-$2,304
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$120-$1,440
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$120-$1,440
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (44%)
44%-$1,052-$12,629

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,204 $14,448
Mortgage payments:
-$2,610 -$31,320
Cash flow:
$1,406 $16,872