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Mixed-Use Multifamily Property
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$19,250,000

1242 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Mixed-use building with 54 residential units and two commercial spaces along West Lawrence Avenue.

Property Size46,454 SF
Price / SF$476.23
Days on Market93

Property Features for 1242 W Lawrence Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 46,454 SF
Property subtype Mixed-Use
Occupancy 97%

Additional Details

Cap Rate 5.77%
Multifamily Units 54

Amenities

Excellent Uptown Neighborhood Location
High-End Amenities Including Resident Lounge, Two Rooftop Decks with City Views, Sundeck and Dog Run
Mix of Studio, One and Two-Bedroom Units
Units Feature Modern Finishes and Floor-to-Ceiling Windows
Balconies Available in Select Apartments
27 Parking Spaces

Building Details

Building Size 46,454 SF
Units 56
Listing Agency: Marcus & Millichap | Chicago Downtown
Listed By: Kyle Stengle · License #License(s): IL: 475.138461
Source: Marcusmillichap
Added: Jul 10 Changed: Sep 10 Last Checked: Oct 9 at 4:19PM

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 Marcus & Millichap | Chicago Downtown

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The Balaban at 1242 West Lawrence Avenue is a mixed-use multifamily asset featuring 54 residential units and two commercial spaces. The residential component includes 9 studio units, 37 one-bedroom/one-bath units, 4 two-bedroom/one-bath units, and 4 two-bedroom/one-and-a-half-bath units, creating a diversified unit mix within a single ownership structure.

The property is positioned along West Lawrence Avenue in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood, providing street frontage on a major commercial and transit corridor. The location is described as offering strong visibility and walkability, with proximity to CTA Red Line access and neighborhood retail and dining along Broadway and Lawrence.

As presented, the building’s scale and combined residential and commercial income components are intended to support stable operations in an established North Side submarket.

Key Highlights

  • Mixed‑use multifamily building at 1242 W Lawrence Ave in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood
  • Comprises 54 multifamily units plus 2 commercial spaces along West Lawrence Avenue
  • Unit mix: 9 studios, 37 one‑bed/one‑bath, 4 two‑bed/one‑bath, and 4 two‑bed/1.5‑bath

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$619,635
Cap Rate
3.22%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$12,392,700 $12.4M
Cap Rate 7%
$8,851,929 $8.9M
Cap Rate 9%
$6,884,833 $6.9M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 40,422 SF
Gross rent
$1.19M $29.40/SF
− Vacancy
−$61.8K −$1.53/SF
EGI
$1.13M $27.87/SF
− OpEx
−$507.0K −$12.54/SF
NOI
$619.6K $15.33/SF
Area
Chicago, IL
Vacancy
5.20%
Lease Rate
$29.40 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
45.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$12,392,700
Cap Rate 7%
$8,851,929
Cap Rate 9%
$6,884,833

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Apartment 5plus
$8.85M
$7.75M – $10.33M (±1% cap)
NOI $619,635 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.22%
Second Best
Retail
$7.99M
$6.99M – $9.32M (±1% cap)
NOI $559,230 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.91%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$19.06M
$16.68M – $22.24M (±1% cap)
NOI $1,334,120 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.93%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Continuum Capital Funding Bank

Suggested Use

Top Pick Nursing Home Auto Parts Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service Home Appliance Store Carpet & Flooring Store

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

Lease Details

54
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4,409
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 60640, IL

65,941
Population
40,850
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
63%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
2.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
27,475
Density / Sq Mi
$71,030
Median Household Income
$59,264
Median Earnings
$1,374
Median Rent
$363,300
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Apartment building - Mixed-use building with 54 residential units and two commercial spaces along West Lawrence Avenue.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 1242 W Lawrence Ave Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $19,250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Mixed‑use multifamily building at 1242 W Lawrence Ave in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood; Comprises 54 multifamily units plus 2 commercial spaces along West Lawrence Avenue; Unit mix: 9 studios, 37 one‑bed/one‑bath, 4 two‑bed/one‑bath, and 4 two‑bed/1.5‑bath
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