Chicago, IL 60644 5551 W Van Buren Street

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Presented By: Coldwell Banker Realty
  • MLS# 12478320
  • 09/24/2025
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  • Beds • 9
  • Baths • 3

Home Details

Investor special in Chicago's fast-growing Austin neighborhood! This massive 3-unit building at 5551 W Van Buren Ave is the perfect opportunity for an investor looking to finish a nearly complete project and generate serious cash flow. Each of the three spacious units offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, a large living and dining room combo, kitchen, and dedicated laundry area. The tall-ceilinged basement holds potential for a 4th unit or duplex-down, maximizing your ROI. Plus, the property features a fenced-in yard with gated access and 3 private parking spaces-a rare gem for city living. Demolition has already been completed both inside and out. The heavy lifting is done - now it's time to finish and start cashing in. Upgrades include a brand-new 3-story rear porch built to code, new rear siding, new windows, completed rough plumbing with installed water heaters and sump pump, and framing/structural work approved by the City of Chicago DOB. The third-floor unit is nearly completed, and high-efficiency furnaces are already on site. Remaining work includes electrical installation and cosmetic finishes. New buyer has the flexibility to complete the rehab with the current architect/contractor team or bring their own. With projected rents at $2,000 per unit and ARVs ranging from $525K-$600K, this is your chance to build equity and earn strong rental income. Just blocks from Columbus Park, Austin Town Hall Park, and the Garfield Park Conservatory, and close to Leland Elementary, Michele Clark Magnet High School, and Catalyst Circle Rock Charter School. Easy access to I-290, public transportation, and area retail. Don't miss this value-add investment in a transforming West Side location!
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Interior Features for 5551 W Van Buren Street

Bedrooms

Bedrooms Possible9
Total Bedrooms9

Bathrooms

Full Baths Building3
Half Baths Building
Total Baths3

Other Interior Features

BasementUnfinished, Full
Total Number of Units3

General for 5551 W Van Buren Street

CityChicago
Construction MaterialsBrick
ContingencyAttorney/Inspection
CountyCook
DirectionsCentral Avenue, East on W Van Buren to property
Elementary School District299
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
High School District299
MLS AreaCHI - Austin
Middle/Junior School District299
ModificationTimestamp2025-09-28T18:52:01.685Z
New ConstructionNo
OwnershipFee Simple
PossessionClosing, Immediate, Negotiable
Property TypeResidential Income
Property TypeTwo to Four Units
RoofAsphalt
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive Under Contract
StatusContingent
Tax Annual Amount5696.73
Tax Year2023
Total Rooms21
TownshipWest Chicago
Year Built1920

Exterior for 5551 W Van Buren Street

Lot Dimensions4030
Lot Size Acres0.09
Parking FeaturesOn Site, Owned
Total Parking3
Water SourceLake Michigan
Waterfront Y/NNo

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Price $340,000
MLS#12478320
List Date 09/24/2025
Property Type Contingent
Phone 847.485.2500
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