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$650,000

For Sale - Active
2526 W Monroe St, Chicago, IL 60612
6 Beds
3 Baths
0 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1880
For Sale - Active
2 Units
Checked: 21 hours ago
Updated: Aug 30, 2025 at 09:23PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,986
Cap Rate
2.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-15.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.35
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-11.4%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1880
For Sale - Active
2 Units

Welcome to 2526 W Monroe! Nestled in the desirable East Garfield Park neighborhood, this property presents an incredible opportunity in a rapidly appreciating area just minutes from the United Center and Chicago's massive $7 billion redevelopment project. Whether you're looking for a smart rental investment or a spacious home for your family with rental income potential, this property checks all the boxes. The 2nd & 3rd floor duplex offers 5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, perfect for larger households. The 1st-floor unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Recently rehabbed in 2023, ensuring modern finishes and updates throughout. The current owner is even working on architectural drawings for a rooftop addition which a new buyer could add at a future date or ask seller to include the addition for an agreed price after closing. Don't miss this opportunity-schedule a showing today and make this home yours!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached, Garage, Garage On-Site
  • Details: On Site, Other, Detached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 6

Bathroom Information

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

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 10
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement Description: None

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Apartments (general)

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1613202030
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Year Built: 1880

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $7,621

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Giancarlo Chavez
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(312) 869-1888

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12452222
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,986
Cap Rate
2.0%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-15.9%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.35
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-11.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$650,000
Amount financed:
-$520,000
Down payment:
$130,000
Closing costs:
$19,500
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$149,500
Square feet:
0
Cost per square foot:
n/a
Monthly rent per square foot:
n/a

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$520,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$3,076
Property tax:
$635
Insurance:
$175
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,886

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: (25%)
25%-$635-$7,622
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: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (50%)
50%-$1,260-$15,122

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,090 $13,080
Mortgage payments:
-$3,076 -$36,912
Cash flow:
$1,986 $23,832