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$399,999

For Sale - Active
5517 S University Ave Apt 1, Chicago, IL 60637
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,600 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1920
For Sale - Active
6 Units
Checked: 14 hours ago
Updated: Aug 26, 2025 at 06:30PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$873
Cap Rate
3.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.54
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.0%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1920
For Sale - Active
6 Units

Located at the center of University of Chicago campus, this Victorian style spacious 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths condominium is perfect for primary residence or investment property! Huge living room with fireplace and a bright sunroom, high ceiling and hardwood floor throughout, original wood molding and trim, a large kitchen and formal dining room. In-unit laundry, basement storage. This condominium is in move-in condition! Nice porch and beautiful fenced yard. Ray school district, Close to lots of lovely restaurants, bookstore, laboratory school and all UC facilities. Very safe community.

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: None
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 0

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 2
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 7
  • # of Stories: 3
  • Basement Description: None
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $525/monthly

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Condominium Unit

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 20141060331001
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1920

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $7,132

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Steam
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), None

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Jenny Fultz
Jin's Group Corporation LTD
(708) 359-9668

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12419266
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$873
Cap Rate
3.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-11.4%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.54
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-7.0%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$399,999
Amount financed:
-$319,999
Down payment:
$80,000
Closing costs:
$12,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$92,000
Square feet:
1,600
Cost per square foot:
$250
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.94

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$319,999
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,893
Property tax:
$594
Insurance:
$217
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,704

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$3,100 $37,200
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$186 -$2,232
Operating income:
$2,914 $34,968

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (19%)
19%-$594-$7,132
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$217-$2,604
Property management: (8%)
8%-$248-$2,976
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$155-$1,860
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$155-$1,860
HOA fees: (17%)
17%-$525-$6,300
Total operating expenses: (61%)
61%-$1,894-$22,732

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,020 $12,240
Mortgage payments:
-$1,893 -$22,716
Cash flow:
-$873 -$10,476