Search
Prime Corner Mixed-Use Investment
For Sale
$4,950,000

3159 N California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618

Mixed-use property with long-term tenants and value-add potential.

Days on Market457

Property Features for 3159 N California Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $84,550
Listing Agency: @PROPERTIES CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE
Listed By: JOYCE GALLO
Source: Corcoran
Added: May 1, 2025 Changed: Mar 16 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 7:45AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of @PROPERTIES CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This mixed-use property is located at the intersection of Belmont, California, and Elston Avenues. The corner building encompasses 18,812 square feet with 159 linear feet on Belmont Avenue. Additionally, 3173 Elston Avenue includes a 4,500 square foot lot with a 4,200 square foot one-story brick building under a triple net lease. The property features seven stores and nine apartments, plus income from a rooftop sign. Each apartment has its own roof deck, and there is also a common roof deck for all tenants. A shared parking lot with 19 spaces adjoins the properties. Each apartment and store has individual forced air conditioning and heating units. The properties are meticulously cleaned and well-kept. The sale is subject to a 1031 Exchange. The properties will be sold as is, where is, and will not be divided. The current tenants are long-term, and there is potential to increase rental income to current market rates, particularly for the apartments, which have rents below market value.

Key Highlights

  • Prime corner location on three major avenues (Belmont, California, and Elston) with high traffic volume.
  • Significant potential to increase rental income by raising rents to current market rates.
  • Substantial land square footage, including an 18,812 sq ft corner building with 159 linear feet on Belmont Avenue.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Jaiyen Sushi & Noodle Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Nursing Home (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Florist Butcher Restaurant Bed & Breakfast

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,014
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 60618, IL

90,316
Population
41,053
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
55%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
5.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
18,063
Density / Sq Mi
$101,558
Median Household Income
$60,263
Median Earnings
$1,534
Median Rent
$538,300
Median Home Value

Market

Properties on Market for Mixed-use properties in Chicago

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
Rey
Questions? Ask Rey
Realmo’s AI knows this listing — price, zoning, demand, history. Ask anything.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Mixed-use property with long-term tenants and value-add potential.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 3159 N California Avenue Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $4,950,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime corner location on three major avenues (Belmont, California, and Elston) with high traffic volume.; Significant potential to increase rental income by raising rents to current market rates.; Substantial land square footage, including an 18,812 sq ft corner building with 159 linear feet on Belmont Avenue.
More about this property
Thanks! Your message was sent.
Error! Your message wasn't sent.
Please enter your name
Please enter email
Please enter the email in the correct format
Please enter phone
Please enter the number in the correct format
Please enter message