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$624,900

For Sale - Active
5443 S Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL 60638
3 Beds
4 Baths
2,688 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1940
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 15 hours ago
Updated: Jun 27, 2025 at 03:46AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,777
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.40
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.4%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1940
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

This great 2 story house is the closest alternative to a new construction home but without a "new construction" tax bill! * Main floor and the basement were completely gutted and only masonry walls with foundation and steel beam were left original! * Second floor completely newly constructed with 2x6 exterior walls providing superior insulation! * Modern open floor plan with custom kitchen cabinets built by a local shop, quartz counter tops, high quality appliances! * Also custom built all oak stairs with railings, brand new 2 zone HVAC system, all electrical, plumbing, doors, windows, drywall and trim! * Overall nearly 2700sf of living space including master bedroom suite with huge private bathroom!* All of this in the hearth of Garfield Ridge very close to expressway, public transportation, school, parks, restaurants and stores! All work has been professionally done with all needed permits and passed City inspections! * Basement has been fully finished with a full bath with stand-up shower, additional bedroom, customized bar and even new drain tiles with a sump pump! * Rear entrance connects with a nice size mud room with the same custom cabinetry* Two-car garage door and a pergola on the back yard to fit all your outdoor activities. * All 3 levels are properly insulated to current building codes which will keep your heating and electric bill lower than average! * Great block and one of the safest neighborhoods this great city has to offer!!!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

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

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 3
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 4.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 8
  • # of Stories: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

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

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1907425015
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1940

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $4,879

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Damian Ciszek
RE/MAX 10
(773) 447-8547

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12403874
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,777
Cap Rate
2.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-14.8%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.40
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-10.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$624,900
Amount financed:
-$499,920
Down payment:
$124,980
Closing costs:
$18,747
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$143,727
Square feet:
2,688
Cost per square foot:
$232
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.86

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$499,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$2,957
Property tax:
$407
Insurance:
$161
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$3,525

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,300 $27,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$138 -$1,656
Operating income:
$2,162 $25,944

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (18%)
18%-$407-$4,879
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$161-$1,932
Property management: (8%)
8%-$184-$2,208
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (43%)
43%-$982-$11,779

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,180 $14,160
Mortgage payments:
-$2,957 -$35,484
Cash flow:
$1,777 $21,324