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$374,999

For Sale - Active
5522 S Wells St Unit 1, Chicago, IL 60621
8 Beds
2 Baths
0 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1888
For Sale - Active
2 Units
Checked: 16 hours ago
Updated: Jun 20, 2025 at 03:01AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$49
Cap Rate
5.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
0.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.03
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
4.7%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1888
For Sale - Active
2 Units

Spacious 2-flat Graystone on a double lot, located on the edge of Englewood. Just minutes from Hyde Park/University of Chicago (5-10 minutes) and downtown Chicago (10-15 minutes). Each unit features 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, separate living room, dining room and kitchen, providing ample living space. The first floor is partially occupied and can be delivered vacant upon request. The property has previously generated 2,000/month with a rent-by-room model, with furnished rooms renting for 500+/month. Second floor is vacant and move in ready. Both units have plenty of natural light and great air flow. The open basement includes two exits and laundry facilities. There is a parking slab in the rear for one vehicle and the side lot is fenced in. Reach out today to learn about preferred lender incentives and schedule a viewing.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached Garage
  • Details: Off Street, On Site
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 8

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 14
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Finished, Full

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Masonry
  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential Income
  • Land Use Subtype: Apartments (general)

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 2016202049
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Multi Family
  • Style: Greystone
  • Year Built: 1888

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $462

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Nicolette Bridgeforth
Coldwell Banker Realty
(773) 531-0004

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12393641
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
$49
Cap Rate
5.8%
Cash-on-Cash Return
0.7%
Debt Coverage Ratio
1.03
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
4.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$374,999
Amount financed:
-$299,999
Down payment:
$75,000
Closing costs:
$11,250
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$86,250
Square feet:
0
Cost per square foot:
n/a
Monthly rent per square foot:
n/a

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$299,999
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,775
Property tax:
$39
Insurance:
$189
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,003

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: (1%)
1%-$39-$462
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: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (26%)
26%-$714-$8,562

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,824 $21,888
Mortgage payments:
-$1,775 -$21,300
Cash flow:
$49 $588