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$285,000

For Sale - Active
354 W Birchwood Ave, Palatine, IL 60067
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,389 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1985
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 11 hours ago
Updated: Jun 22, 2025 at 03:11AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$257
Cap Rate
5.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-4.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.83
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-0.6%

Property Description


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

Multiple offers received. Seller will review all offers Sunday, June 22 at 4pm. Affordable two-story townhome is move-in ready condition. This home is located in much sought after CherryBrook Village where you own the land and you can have a fenced yard! The wood laminate flooring in the foyer extends into the sunny living room. The kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances. There is a breakfast bar for quick meals and an eating area. The dining area and family room also have wood laminate flooring and there is a Nest thermostat included. You will find a guest half bath and a laundry room on the main floor. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms with wood laminate floors including a spacious primary bedroom with two closets and a shared bath with an updated vanity. This home is close to forest preserve trails, parks, golf, shopping, and schools. Low association only $142 a month. Welcome Home!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Attached Garage
  • Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Sump Pump, Crawl Space

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $142/monthly

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Townhouse

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0210225007
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1985

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,827

Utilities

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

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Laura Browere
HomeSmart Connect LLC
(847) 495-5000

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12398893
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$257
Cap Rate
5.2%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-4.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.83
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-0.6%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$285,000
Amount financed:
-$228,000
Down payment:
$57,000
Closing costs:
$8,550
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$65,550
Square feet:
1,389
Cost per square foot:
$205
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.94

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$228,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.840%
Principal & interest:
$1,492
Property tax:
$486
Insurance:
$189
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,167

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,700 $32,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$162 -$1,944
Operating income:
$2,538 $30,456

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (18%)
18%-$486-$5,827
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$189-$2,268
Property management: (8%)
8%-$216-$2,592
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$135-$1,620
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$135-$1,620
HOA fees: (5%)
5%-$142-$1,704
Total operating expenses: (48%)
48%-$1,303-$15,631

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,235 $14,820
Mortgage payments:
-$1,492 -$17,904
Cash flow:
$257 $3,084