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3159 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL

High-traffic corner location with long-term tenants and value-add potential.

Property Size18,812 SF
Lot Size0.25 Acres
Price / SF$263.13
Days on Market658

Property Features for 3159 W Belmont Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 18,812 SF
Lot size 0.25 Acres
Property subtype RETAIL
Listing Agency: @Properties | Chicago (North)
Listed By: Joyce Gallo
Source: Moodyscre
Added: Dec 17, 2024 Changed: Sep 13 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 7:37PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located at the intersection of Belmont, California, and Elston Avenues, this mixed-use property benefits from high daily traffic volume. The corner building has 18,812 square feet with 159 linear feet on Belmont Avenue. The property at 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, nine apartments, and income from a rooftop sign. Each apartment and store has individual forced air conditioning and heating units. Each apartment includes a private roof deck, and there is also a common roof deck for all tenants. A shared parking lot with 19 spaces adjoins the properties. The tenants are long-term, and there is potential to increase apartment rents to current market rates. The properties are meticulously cleaned and well-kept and will be sold as is. The sale is subject to a 1031 Exchange. The same ownership has maintained the property for over 55 years. The properties will not be divided.

Key Highlights

  • Prime corner location at the intersection of 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 with a corner building of 18,812 square feet and an additional 4,500 square foot lot.

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$317,453
Cap Rate
6.41%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$6,349,060 $6.3M
Cap Rate 7%
$4,535,043 $4.5M
Cap Rate 9%
$3,527,256 $3.5M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 18,812 SF
Gross rent
$564.4K $30.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$56.4K −$3.00/SF
EGI
$507.9K $27.00/SF
− OpEx
−$190.5K −$10.13/SF
NOI
$317.5K $16.88/SF
Area
Chicago, IL
Vacancy
10.00%
Lease Rate
$30.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
37.50%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$6,349,060
Cap Rate 7%
$4,535,043
Cap Rate 9%
$3,527,256

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Mixed Use
$4.54M
$3.97M – $5.29M (±1% cap)
NOI $317,453 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.41%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$4.12M
$3.60M – $4.81M (±1% cap)
NOI $288,372 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.83%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$8.87M
$7.76M – $10.35M (±1% cap)
NOI $620,886 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.54%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Mixed-use properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Nursing Home Acupuncture Parking Lot & Garage Catering Service

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

1,187
Businesses Nearby
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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?
Mixed-use property - High-traffic corner location with long-term tenants and value-add potential.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 3159 W Belmont Ave 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 at the intersection of 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 with a corner building of 18,812 square feet and an additional 4,500 square foot lot.
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