5528 West Berteau Avenue

Chicago, IL 60641

$749,900
Price
8
Beds
3
Baths
Sq. Ft.
/ Sq. Ft.
Sq. Ft.
per Sq. Ft.

Description

You will not find a nicer building than this classic large yellow brick 3 flat right across the street from Portage Park. Current owner has updated and meticulously maintained this property for many years. Two spacious 6 room 3-bedroom units and a large 2-bedroom legal garden apartment all loaded with old world charm, hardwood floors and natural wood trim throughout. Kitchens and baths have all been updated. Owner's unit features a gorgeous island kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances (stove refrigerator,...You will not find a nicer building than this classic large yellow brick 3 flat right across the street from Portage Park. Current owner has updated and meticulously maintained this property for many years. Two spacious 6 room 3-bedroom units and a large 2-bedroom legal garden apartment all loaded with old world charm, hardwood floors and natural wood trim throughout. Kitchens and baths have all been updated. Owner's unit features a gorgeous island kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances (stove refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave and disposal). Check out the room sizes! LR 17x14, DR 15x13, Kit 17x13, Br 17x12 Br 14x12 and 19x12. Master bedroom truly large enough for king size set plus plenty of closet space. Extra-large 3rd bedroom. Roof complete tear off with new rubber roof and rebuilt parapet walls about 5 years ago. All newer windows and newer appliances. Great location across from the park that offers both indoor and Olympic size outdoor pool, tennis, jogging, dog park and an array of activities all year long. Easy access to schools, (1.5 block walk to elementary school), shopping and public transportation. Lovely yard and a 2 car brick garage. Perfect for a home and investment. Rents are low should be $1900 each for 1st and second and $1400 for garden plus $300 for garage would total $5500 monthly or gross $66,000 yearly. Less expenses of $17046 would equal $48854 net or a 6.5% return!! This is a great property. Well maintained ready for its new owner. Any questions regarding this listing please contact Norbert Mika. Text or email preferred. Thank you.

Listing Agents

  1. Matthew Mika

    Matthew Mika

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    matt.mika@compass.com

    P: (773)-406-1792

  2. Norbert Mika

    Norbert Mika

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    norbert.mika@compass.com

    P: (773)-406-7116

Property Details for 5528 West Berteau Avenue

Area
CHI - Portage Park
Township
Jefferson
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Hot Water/Steam
Zoning
MULTI
LISTING UPDATED: 10/22/2024 04:34 PM

Property Details for 5528 West Berteau Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12180870
Days on Market55
Taxes$8,618 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeTwo to Four Units / 2 Flat
Year Built1928
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,750 SF
CountyCook County

Building Information for 5528 West Berteau Avenue

Stories-Residences3Year Built1928Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,750 SF

Property Information for 5528 West Berteau Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Portage Park Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Portage Park Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 17
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 8
  • Basement Description: Finished, Exterior Access
  • # Full Baths in Building: 3
  • # Half Baths in Building: 0
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Storms/Screens
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2017
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Park Adjacent
  • Lot Size: Oversized Chicago Lot
  • Lot Dimensions: 30 X 125
  • Total # Units in Building: 3.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Rubber
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 4200
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 5528
  • 3 Br Un In Bldg: Yes
  • Conversion: N
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2024-10-19T14:15:24
  • Photos Count: 38
  • Deconversion: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Fuel Expense: $2,721.00
  • Gross Income: $33,000.00
  • Insurance Expense: $2,564.00
  • Fuel Expense Source: Actual
  • Insurance Expense Source: Actual
  • Other Addl Income: Coin Laundry
  • Water Expense Source: Actual
  • Net Operating Income: $15,954.00
  • Professional Management Expense: $.00
  • Water Sewer Expense: $3,144.00
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 3
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 1
  • Lease Expiration Date: NA
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $1,500.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 3
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
  • Lease Expiration Date: M/M
Unit 3
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $1,250.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 3
  • Lease Expiration Date: 5/25

Property History for 5528 West Berteau Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 5528 West Berteau Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$10,500Additions$33,659Total$44,159
Tax Record2021$8,210 ($684 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,016 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,016 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,750 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1926CountyCOOKAPN13-16-312-030

Schools near 5528 West Berteau Avenue

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Portage Park Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Schurz High School
Public9 to 12

Vaughn Occupational High School
Public9 to 12

Rickover Naval Academy High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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