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$3,999,000

For Sale - Active
53 E Division St, Chicago, IL 60610
5 Beds
9 Baths
7,500 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1910
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 11 hours ago
Updated: Jul 02, 2025 at 03:31AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$18,632
Cap Rate
0.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-24.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.02
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-19.4%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1910
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Classic in style and transitional in design, 53 E. Division St. is a 7,500-square-foot, 5 bed/9 bath luxury home in the heart of the Gold Coast with four private outdoor spaces and a rare attached garage. One of the only residential works by famed architect Jarvis Hunt, located steps from Oak Street Beach and moments from the Mag Mile, the renovated Beaux-Arts exterior is a masterpiece of ornate ironwork and limestone, accented by beautiful landscaping and a fountain. Inside, the main level begins with a foyer that teases the world-class finishes that can be found throughout, including moments of expertly preserved original marble and millwork details. The impressively spacious, open-concept living/dining room sets the stage for elevated entertaining, and features 12'-high ceilings, an extremely rare 20'-wide footprint for the Gold Coast, herringbone hardwood floors, French doors that open to Juliet balconies, and the first of three wood-burning fireplaces. The dining space flaunts beautiful built-ins and marble stairs that ascend into a handsome family room with coffered ceiling and a custom bar center. Most recently, this home's gorgeous chef's kitchen underwent a complete renovation courtesy of KitchenLab Interiors and features custom cabinetry, natural stone countertops, professional-grade appliances, a long island with dine-up seating, and character from a limestone fireplace and more French doors. Four distinctive, design-forward en-suite bedrooms are spread across the second and third levels, including one that's styled as a gorgeous owners' den, another that's designed as a light and bright home office with a custom wet bar, and one with a private patio (5'11" x 21'3"). The spectacularly spacious primary suite boasts arched windows, a sitting area, bespoke built-ins, a custom walk-in closet with styling and beverage stations, and a newly renovated marble bath with dual vanity, soaking tub, and a glass-encased shower. The top level is an indoor/outdoor entertainer's paradise, including two incredible rooftop spaces: one with a full professional-grade kitchen, dining and lounge spaces, and a fire table (22'4" x 26'5"); the other with a luxe, open-air spa (12'4" x 29'3"). Better still, the lower level features a temperature-controlled wine room, a large recreation/media room, the fifth en-suite bedroom (perfect for extended-stay guests or an au pair as it has its own entrance), and access to the home's fully finished, attached garage with a bonus refrigerator and wine fridge. Additional callout details include multiple half-baths, full-home automation via a Control4 system, state-of-the-art mechanicals including an all-floors elevator, designer wallcoverings and statement lighting throughout, an upstairs laundry room, a lower level mudroom, and abundant storage. Walking distance to world-class dining and shopping, top schools, and the Division Street Farmers' Market, 53 E. Division St. is turnkey luxury with the very best of Chicago right outside your front door.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Details: Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 5

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 5
  • # of Baths (Partial): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 9.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 12
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Sump Pump, Finished, Full, Daylight
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Masonry
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof Material: Rubber

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1703200025
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Georgian
  • Year Built: 1910

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $70,183

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Timothy Salm
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
(312) 929-1564

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12378425
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$18,632
Cap Rate
0.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-24.3%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.02
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-19.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$3,999,000
Amount financed:
-$3,199,200
Down payment:
$799,800
Closing costs:
$119,970
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$919,770
Square feet:
7,500
Cost per square foot:
$533
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.19

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$3,199,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$18,924
Property tax:
$5,849
Insurance:
$623
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$25,396

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$8,900 $106,800
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$534 -$6,408
Operating income:
$8,366 $100,392

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (66%)
66%-$5,849-$70,184
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$623-$7,476
Property management: (8%)
8%-$712-$8,544
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$445-$5,340
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$445-$5,340
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (91%)
91%-$8,074-$96,884

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$292 $3,504
Mortgage payments:
-$18,924 -$227,088
Cash flow:
$18,632 $223,584