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$975,000

For Sale - Active
4836 S Dorchester Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
6 Beds
5 Baths
0 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1889
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 6 hours ago
Updated: Jun 20, 2025 at 03:29AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,244
Cap Rate
1.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-17.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.30
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-12.8%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1889
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Stunning 3-Flat Georgian Style Multi-Family Building in the Hyde Park/Kenwood Community, where historical elegance is seamlessly integrated with contemporary living. This rare gem has been updated on the 1st level only to offer both classic charm and modern amenities perfect for short-term rentals generating great annual income. Bring your own touches for units 2 and 3. Step through the front portico (with 4 tall columns), and see how 3 units, (close to 1,300 ft on each floor) exude cozy living space with historic charm flooded with natural light from brand new windows, featuring many vintage details including solid mahogany doors, molding throughout, as well as oak and antiqued pine flooring. The 1st floor duplex unit has 1700+sf living space with various new updates including stainless steel appliances, cortz countertops, refurbished original hardwood floors, new fixtures, freshly painted and a fully height semi-finished basement, and so much more. This property is zoned as RM5 w/two city lots (25 ft x 200 ft), offering the new owner an opportunity for growth, with a shared driveway connected to a gated luxury townhome community, a new construction project converted from the original building constructed by the architect, Solon Spencer Beman. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of history that caters to today's lifestyle needs,and steps from Chicago's Beautiful Lakefront and shuttle service to the University of Chicago. The building can be easily converted to a single family home if wanted.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Details: On Site
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 3

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 6

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Total): 5.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 12
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Partially Finished, Partial

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Roof Material: Rubber

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 2011205020
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Style: Georgian
  • Year Built: 1889

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $12,541

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Carlas Gilbert
Prince Realty Group LLC
(312) 373-0345

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12300648
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$3,244
Cap Rate
1.7%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-17.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.30
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-12.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$975,000
Amount financed:
-$780,000
Down payment:
$195,000
Closing costs:
$29,250
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$224,250
Square feet:
0
Cost per square foot:
n/a
Monthly rent per square foot:
n/a

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$780,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$4,614
Property tax:
$1,045
Insurance:
$245
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$5,904

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,500 $42,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$210 -$2,520
Operating income:
$3,290 $39,480

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (30%)
30%-$1,045-$12,541
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$245-$2,940
Property management: (8%)
8%-$280-$3,360
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$175-$2,100
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$175-$2,100
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (55%)
55%-$1,920-$23,041

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,370 $16,440
Mortgage payments:
-$4,614 -$55,368
Cash flow:
$3,244 $38,928