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$296,500

For Sale - Active
181 W 28th St, South Chicago Heights, IL 60411
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,900 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1979
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 9 hours ago
Updated: Nov 13, 2025 at 09:21AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$362
Cap Rate
4.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-6.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.74
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-2.2%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1979
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Original owners have kept this home pristine, located in South Chicago Heights. Absolutely move in ready condition! Welcome to this updated 3 bedroom 2 bath cedar and brick tri-level. Tucked away on a quiet street. Main level living equals spacious living room, dining room. Kitchen boast, solid wood cabinets ample counter space and serve dinner in your eat in kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find a 3 spacious bedrooms and a full bathroom.. Lower level family room gives additional space for entertaining and a second full bathroom. Furnance and Ac somewhere around 8years old. There is a custom built oversized garage provides ample space for vehicles PLUS A EXTENDED SECTION OF GARAGE, Currently used as a work shop/man cave. This the low-maintenance yard completes the package. There is a back yard pergola constructed on concrete. Great for barbeques. 2023 roof, complete new driveway and SOLAR whole house attic fan. Seller currently has a garden area behind the garage. This well-maintained home has a cozy charm with nice updates. Close to grocery stores, hop skip and a jump to many amenities, easy access to expressway. Don't miss out on this opportunity to call it your home!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached Garage
  • Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Detached, 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): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • Basement Description: None

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Masonry
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof Material: Asphalt

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 3229409062
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1979

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $4,071

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Debbie Johnston
Re/Max 10
(630) 726-6840

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12513519
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$362
Cap Rate
4.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-6.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.74
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-2.2%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$296,500
Amount financed:
-$237,200
Down payment:
$59,300
Closing costs:
$8,895
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$68,195
Square feet:
1,900
Cost per square foot:
$156
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.05

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$237,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,403
Property tax:
$339
Insurance:
$140
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,882

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,000 $24,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$120 -$1,440
Operating income:
$1,880 $22,560

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (17%)
17%-$339-$4,071
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$140-$1,680
Property management: (8%)
8%-$160-$1,920
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$100-$1,200
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$100-$1,200
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (42%)
42%-$839-$10,071

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,041 $12,492
Mortgage payments:
-$1,403 -$16,836
Cash flow:
-$362 -$4,344