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$280,000

For Sale - Active
1636 N Wells St Apt 1907, Chicago, IL 60614
1 Bed
1 Bath
775 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1971
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 4 hours ago
Updated: Jun 18, 2025 at 03:31AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$991
Cap Rate
2.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.32
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.8%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1971
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Welcome to this beautifully updated one bedroom in the heart of Old Town. Located in the desirable Americana Towers, this high-floor unit offers stunning east-facing views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline. The home features hardwood laminate floors, a modern kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and a spacious bedroom with generous closet space. Residents enjoy top-tier amenities including a 24-hour doorman, fitness center, outdoor pool, and sundeck. Just steps from vibrant Wells Street, public transit, and the lakefront, this is city living at its best.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Garage
  • Details: On Site, Leased, Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 1

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 4
  • # of Stories: 34
  • Basement Description: None

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $825/monthly

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 14334220681202
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1971

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,100

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Benyamin Lalez
Compass
(773) 466-7150

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12129869
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$991
Cap Rate
2.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-18.5%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.32
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-13.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$280,000
Amount financed:
-$224,000
Down payment:
$56,000
Closing costs:
$8,400
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$64,400
Square feet:
775
Cost per square foot:
$361
Monthly rent per square foot:
$3.23

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$224,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.840%
Principal & interest:
$1,466
Property tax:
$425
Insurance:
$175
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,066

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,500 $30,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$150 -$1,800
Operating income:
$2,350 $28,200

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (17%)
17%-$425-$5,101
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$175-$2,100
Property management: (8%)
8%-$200-$2,400
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$125-$1,500
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$125-$1,500
HOA fees: (33%)
33%-$825-$9,900
Total operating expenses: (75%)
75%-$1,875-$22,501

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$475 $5,700
Mortgage payments:
-$1,466 -$17,592
Cash flow:
$991 $11,892