Corner Mixed-Use
For Sale
Under Contract
$1,199,000
3256 N Elston Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618
Commercial Sale, Chicago, IL
Property Size5,368 SF
Lot Size0.14 Acres
Price / SF$223.36
Days on Market143
Property Features for 3256 N Elston Avenue
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Directions
North or south on Elston Ave to the property. Corner of Elston and Francisco.
Subdivision
CHI - Avondale
Standard status
Active Under Contract
APN
13243220250000
Lot size
0.14 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2024
Tax Annual Amount
16049
Utilities
Utilities
Natural Gas Available
Cooling system
Central Air
Building Details
Year built
1916
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
3
Building materials
Brick
Listing Agency:
Chicagoland Brokers, Inc.
Listed By:
Petru Amarei
(773) 745-1000
Added: Jun 1
Changed: Sep 30
Last Checked: Oct 21 at 9:06AM
MLS# 12664077
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Located at 3256 N Elston Avenue, this 1916 brick property contains approximately 5,368 square feet. The commercial component includes approximately 2,500 square feet of open space and two full basements totaling an additional 2,000 square feet of storage. Central air is installed, and natural gas is available.
Two 2-bedroom apartments are positioned above the commercial unit. The corner site receives exposure to more than 15,000 vehicles daily. Access to the Kennedy Expressway is available via Sacramento, Kedzie, and California Avenue, while the CTA Blue Line at Kimball is approximately a 15-minute walk away. Several proposed townhouse developments are located within a few blocks, alongside other new residential projects in the surrounding area.
Two 2-bedroom apartments are positioned above the commercial unit. The corner site receives exposure to more than 15,000 vehicles daily. Access to the Kennedy Expressway is available via Sacramento, Kedzie, and California Avenue, while the CTA Blue Line at Kimball is approximately a 15-minute walk away. Several proposed townhouse developments are located within a few blocks, alongside other new residential projects in the surrounding area.
Key Highlights
- Approximately 5,368 square feet on a 0.1435‑acre lot
- Approximately 2,500 square feet of open commercial space
- Two full basements provide an additional 2,000 square feet of storage
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI / Yr
$90,585
Cap Rate
7.56%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$1,811,700
$1.8M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,294,071
$1.3M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,006,500
$1.0M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 5,368 SF
Gross rent
$161.0K $30.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$16.1K −$3.00/SF
EGI
$144.9K $27.00/SF
− OpEx
−$54.4K −$10.13/SF
NOI
$90.6K $16.88/SF
Area
ZIP 60618
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%
$1,811,700
Cap Rate 7%
$1,294,071
Cap Rate 9%
$1,006,500
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Mixed Use
$1.29M
$1.13M – $1.51M
NOI $90,585 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.56%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$1.11M
$972.0K – $1.30M
NOI $77,761 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.49%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$2.35M
$2.05M – $2.74M
NOI $164,177 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 13.69%
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Current Use
Lease Details
2
Residential units
15,000 VPD
Traffic count
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
1,819
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Brick building with central air combines open commercial space, basement storage, and apartments on the upper level.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 3256 N Elston Avenue Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,199,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 5,368 square feet on a 0.1435‑acre lot; Approximately 2,500 square feet of open commercial space; Two full basements provide an additional 2,000 square feet of storage
