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Brick Duplex with Private Balconies
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$1,200,000

1314 W Carmen Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Two spacious apartments combine distinct layouts with a remodeled first-floor kitchen and preserved architectural details.

Property Size3,400 SF
Lot Size0.14 Acres
Price / SF$352.94
Days on Market2

Property Features for 1314 W Carmen Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,400 SF
Lot size 0.14 Acres
Property subtype Multi-Family

Site & Location

Highway Access Yes
Public Transit Yes

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 2

Amenities

private balconies
backyard
bluestone patio
radiant floor heating
in-ceiling speakers
laundry room
dog wash sink
wired network
security cameras

Building Details

Year Built 1906
Buildings 1
Stories 2
Construction brick
Listing Agency: Exit Strategy Realty
Listed By: Northwest Suburban Real Estate
Source: Nwsrealestate
Added: Oct 7 Last Checked: Oct 7 at 11:20AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 1906 brick duplex contains two apartments with living, family, and dining rooms, plus private balconies. The property offers 3,400 square feet of finished living space on a 40-by-150-foot lot. The first-floor apartment connects internally to the full basement, which includes storage, a workshop area, laundry, and upgraded electrical systems. Renovations include a remodeled kitchen and bathroom, while original woodwork and built-ins remain. The second-floor unit has a family room beside the kitchen and an original butler’s pantry.

The property is at 1314 W Carmen Ave in Chicago’s Andersonville area, a couple of blocks from Clark Street shops, restaurants, and bars. The Red Line is also a couple of blocks away, with the lakefront and Lake Shore Drive a short distance from the property.

Key Highlights

  • Two apartments with living, family, and dining rooms, plus private balconies
  • 3,400 square feet of finished living space on a 40‑by‑150‑foot lot
  • First‑floor apartment connects to the full basement, with storage, workshop space, and laundry

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$56,677
Cap Rate
4.72%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,133,540 $1.1M
Cap Rate 7%
$809,671 $809.7K
Cap Rate 9%
$629,744 $629.7K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,400 SF
Gross rent
$85.7K $25.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$4.7K −$1.39/SF
EGI
$81.0K $23.81/SF
− OpEx
−$24.3K −$7.14/SF
NOI
$56.7K $16.67/SF
Area
Chicago, IL
Vacancy
5.50%
Lease Rate
$25.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,133,540
Cap Rate 7%
$809,671
Cap Rate 9%
$629,744

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$809.7K
$708.5K – $944.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $56,677 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.72%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$744.6K
$651.5K – $868.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $52,119 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.34%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.60M
$1.40M – $1.87M (±1% cap)
NOI $112,216 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.35%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Home Appliance Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service Tanning Salon Locksmith Nursing Home

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

2
Residential units
Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

4,402
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?
Duplex - Two spacious apartments combine distinct layouts with a remodeled first-floor kitchen and preserved architectural details.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1314 W Carmen Ave Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,200,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two apartments with living, family, and dining rooms, plus private balconies; 3,400 square feet of finished living space on a 40‑by‑150‑foot lot; First‑floor apartment connects to the full basement, with storage, workshop space, and laundry
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