1020 West Hillcrest Drive

DeKalb, IL 60115

$1,150,000
Price
Beds
3
Baths
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Presenting an exceptional opportunity to acquire fully leased "Greek Life Flagship Fraternity House," a 30-room housing investment within 1 mile to Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL (NIU - the largest local industry and employer). Located in the heart of famous Greek Row this flagship roaming house boasts an impressive 8 CAP. Additional 3 buildings with 20-80 rooms are available to make the new owner a high value player in this local, desirable, fraternity housing space. Positioned 65 miles...Presenting an exceptional opportunity to acquire fully leased "Greek Life Flagship Fraternity House," a 30-room housing investment within 1 mile to Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL (NIU - the largest local industry and employer). Located in the heart of famous Greek Row this flagship roaming house boasts an impressive 8 CAP. Additional 3 buildings with 20-80 rooms are available to make the new owner a high value player in this local, desirable, fraternity housing space. Positioned 65 miles west of Chicago and 38 miles southwest of Naperville, this asset features one well-maintained cinder block/brick building with a total of 30 rooms, 3 full baths, commercial kitchen, and various communal areas including meeting, study, dining, conference, TV, workout, and recreation rooms. The building, with total land of approx. 0.65 acres and approx. 14,700 total sf., offers great outdoor area with spacious deck and 22 parking spaces. This building, in the most desirable pocket of Greek Row, is fully occupied with long-term tenants (same tenant for the last 10 years with a new 6 year lease in place). It benefits from excellent public transportation and security, and is uniquely laid out to attract the Greek Life fraternity and sorority community. Under the same ownership for the past 10 years, with minimal involvement of the owners as the building comes with professional management in place! Sit back and collect rent on this passive investment! Recent upgrades include newer boiler, fire panels, and sprinkler systems. The property is annually inspected and approved for occupancy. With light to moderate interior and amenity upgrades, there is a clear potential to boost rents and further enhance value. The strategic location offers high visibility and easy access, positioned across from an approved by City Council est. 16M new "Greek Life Center", slated for completion in 2028. This will further enhance the desirability of this property. With long term tenants in place, this is an outstanding, investment in one of the Midwest's most popular student housing markets. The "Greek Life Fraternity Flagship House" not only offers immediate returns but also a promising future with some potential value-add opportunities. Inquire with the listing broker for a copy of the offering memorandum. Don't miss this chance to invest in a high-performing, strategically located asset that anchors the historic and thriving Greek Life community at NIU.
  1. Listed by Iwona Filipiak • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Property Details for 1020 West Hillcrest Drive

Area
De Kalb
Township
DeKalb
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Zoning
MULTI
LISTING UPDATED: 09/28/2024 12:07 AM

Property Details for 1020 West Hillcrest Drive

StatusActive
MLS #12126028
Days on Market208
Taxes$18,958 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti Family 5+ / Rooming House/Sro
Year Built1969
Lot Size0.65 AC / 28,314 SF
CountyDeKalb County

Building Information for 1020 West Hillcrest Drive

Stories3Residences1Year Built1969Building Size-Lot Size0.65 AC / 28,314 SF

Property Information for 1020 West Hillcrest Drive

General Information
Addtl Parking Information
  • Outdoor Parking: 19-30 Spaces,Parking On-Site
Location and General Information
  • Frontage Type: City Street
  • Information: 24-Hr Notice Required,List Broker Must Accompany,No Sign on Property,Leases Avaliable,Occupancy Perm Req
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Air Conditioning: Window Unit(s)
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, Service - 201 to 600 Amps
  • # Of Washers: 2
  • Basement Description: Finished, Exterior Access, Concrete Block
  • Heat/Ventilation: Central Bldg Heat,Hot Water,Baseboard
  • # Of Refrigerators: 1
  • Washer/Dryer Lsd: Yes
  • Misc Inside: Common Exercise Room/s,Common Lunchroom/s,Common Meeting Room/s,Storage Inside,Laundry Room
  • # Of Dryers: 2
  • # Of Disposals: 0
  • # Of Dishwashers: 1
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Building Unit Info: Fire Alarm,Security System,Smoke/Alarm Detector,Sprinkler System,Storage/Locker Area
  • Misc Outside: Fire Escape,Patio,Security System,Sun Deck
Utilities / Equipment
  • Utilities: Water-Municipal, Cable Available
Property/Lot Information
  • Owners Association: No
  • Tenant Pays: Air Conditioning, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Heat, Scavenger, Sewer, Other, Water, Hot Water
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Approximate Age: Older
  • Multi-Family Type: Rooming House/SRO
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X16X149X59X148X146X86
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 28314.0
  • Stories: 3
  • Exterior Building Type: Block
  • Construction: Block
  • Roof Type: Composition
  • Fire Protection: Alarm Monitored,Alarm On Site,Fire Extinguisher/s,Smoke or Fire Protectors,Sprinklers-Wet,Sprinklers,Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Roof Structure: Gable
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Building Area Total: 14700
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • # Of Ranges: 1
  • Conversion: N
  • MRD_UNC: No
Property and Assessments
  • Possible Use: Office and Research, Multi-Family, Special Use
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
  • Documents Available: Rent Roll,Leases
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 17
  • Deconversion: N
Miscellaneous
  • Land Amenities: Lighting/Exterior,Security Entrance,Sidewalks,Cable Ready
  • Location: Enterprise Zone
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 1
Income & Expenses
  • Electric Expense: $.00
  • Fuel Expense: $.00
  • Gross Income: $122,556.00
  • Gross Scheduled Income: $122,556.00
  • Insurance Expense: $.00
  • Maintenance Expense: $.00
  • Manager Expense: $4,000.00
  • Electric Expense Source: Actual
  • Known Encumbrances: First Mortgage
  • Expense Year: 2023
  • Total Annual Expense Source: Actual
  • Fuel Expense Source: Actual
  • Insurance Expense Source: Actual
  • Janitor Expense: 416
  • Manager Expense Source: AC
  • Other Expense Source: Actual
  • Repairs-Decor Expense Source: Actual
  • Trash Expense Source: Actual
  • Total Monthly Income: 10213
  • Water Expense Source: Actual
  • Net Operating Income: $92,556.00
  • Operating Expense: $9,000.00
  • Other Expense: $.00
  • Trash Expense: $.00
  • Water Sewer Expense: $.00
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 3
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 0
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 1
  • Unit Type Units Total: 1
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 0
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
  • Unit Type Units Total: 0
Unit 3
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 0
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 3
  • Unit Type Units Total: 0
Unit 4
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 0
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 4
  • Unit Type Units Total: 0
Unit 5
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 0
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 5
  • Unit Type Units Total: 0
Unit 6
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 0
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 6
  • Unit Type Units Total: 0
Unit 7
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 0
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 7
  • Unit Type Units Total: 0

Property History for 1020 West Hillcrest Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1020 West Hillcrest Drive

Taxable ValueLand$41,033Additions$157,294Total$198,327
Tax Record2023$18,958 ($1,580 / month)
Home Facts
StyleMiscellaneous CommercialCountyDEKALBAPN08-15-178-001

Schools near 1020 West Hillcrest Drive

This home is within Dekalb Community Unit School District 428.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Jefferson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Clinton Rosette Middle School
Public6 to 8

De Kalb High School
Public9 to 12

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1020 West Hillcrest Drive is a multi-family home for sale in DeKalb, IL 60115. This property was listed for sale on July 31, 2024 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, it's currently listed at $1,150,000. It has been on the market for a total of 208 days and was last sold on September 2, 2014. This listing's school district is Dekalb Community Unit School District 428. Nearby schools include Jefferson Elementary School, Clinton Rosette Middle School and De Kalb High School. 1020 West Hillcrest Drive is a 0-bed, 3-bath, multi-family home built in 1969.

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