Brick Duplex Requiring
New
For Sale
$285,900
5851 S Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60637
Residential Income, Chicago, IL
Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market2
Property Features for 5851 S Wabash Avenue
General Information
Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Bedrooms
8
Bathrooms
2
Full bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 3, Basement, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 5
Parking
4
Parking features
Off Alley
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Elementary school district
299
Middle school district
299
High school district
299
Directions
55TH STREET TO WABASH,SOUTH TO ADDRESS
Subdivision
CHI - Washington Park
Standard status
Active
APN
20151200160000
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
7503
Utilities
Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Natural Gas
Water source
Public
Building Details
Year built
1890
Building materials
Brick
Listing Agency:
Keller Williams ONEChicago · Keller Williams Realty
(312) 216-2422
Listed By:
Alisa McLaughlin
(312) 972-9662
Added: Sep 21
Last Checked: Sep 22 at 8:06AM
MLS# 12740186
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Built in 1890, this two-unit brick residential property includes a three-bedroom first-floor layout and a five-bedroom second-floor layout. The building requires rehabilitation and has a basement, two bathrooms, natural gas heat, public water, and public sewer. Off-alley parking is also provided.
The property offers access to the Dan Ryan Expressway, with downtown Chicago approximately 15 minutes away by the stated travel time. The University of Chicago is about a six-minute drive, and the new Presidential Library is approximately 10 minutes away. The existing duplex configuration may be restored for two residential units, while the source information also identifies the possibility of converting the building into one larger single-family residence.
The property offers access to the Dan Ryan Expressway, with downtown Chicago approximately 15 minutes away by the stated travel time. The University of Chicago is about a six-minute drive, and the new Presidential Library is approximately 10 minutes away. The existing duplex configuration may be restored for two residential units, while the source information also identifies the possibility of converting the building into one larger single-family residence.
Key Highlights
- Two‑unit brick building constructed in 1890
- Three bedrooms on the first floor and five bedrooms on the second floor
- Rehabilitation required before occupancy
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Current Use
Lease Details
2
Residential units
Yes
Highway access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
902
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Demographics for 60637, IL
53,555
Population
26,717
Households
2
Avg Household Size
31
Median Age
37%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
4.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
11,901
Density / Sq Mi
$42,080
Median Household Income
$33,227
Median Earnings
$1,170
Median Rent
$243,700
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-unit brick property with separate residential layouts and substantial renovation needs.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 5851 S Wabash Avenue Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $285,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑unit brick building constructed in 1890; Three bedrooms on the first floor and five bedrooms on the second floor; Rehabilitation required before occupancy
