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Historic Duplex with Separate Apartment

386 E Chicago Street, Elgin, IL 60120

For Sale
New
$399,900
Pending

A finished basement, detached garage, and heated office add functional space to this historic residence.

Property Size1,900 SF
Days on Market3

Property Features for 386 E Chicago Street

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 1,900 SF
Property subtype Residential Income

Additional Details

Multifamily Units 2
Tenant in Place Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $6,263

Building Details

Building Size 1,900 SF
Year Built 1900
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Horizon
Listed By: Robert Wisdom · License IL #475122882
Source: Kalelrealty
Added: Nov 11 Changed: Nov 12 Last Checked: Nov 13 at 7:27PM

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Built in 1900, this duplex pairs a historic main residence with a separate apartment on the upper level. The main home includes a finished basement with a recreation room, den, workshop area, and additional laundry. A detached 2 1/2-car garage has an attached heated office, while a covered enclosed porch offers another gathering area.

The apartment has a living room with a gas-log fireplace and vaulted ceilings, a separate dining area, an updated kitchen, one bedroom, a private balcony, and in-unit laundry. The property is located a few blocks from downtown Elgin.

Key Highlights

  • Built in 1900
  • Separate upper‑level apartment with private balcony and in‑unit laundry
  • Finished basement with recreation room, den, workshop area, and additional laundry

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$24,654
Cap Rate
6.17%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$493,080 $493.1K
Cap Rate 7%
$352,200 $352.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$273,933 $273.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,900 SF
Gross rent
$38.1K $20.04/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.9K −$1.50/SF
EGI
$35.2K $18.54/SF
− OpEx
−$10.6K −$5.56/SF
NOI
$24.7K $12.98/SF
Area
Cook County, IL
Vacancy
7.50%
Lease Rate
$20.04 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$493,080
Cap Rate 7%
$352,200
Cap Rate 9%
$273,933

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$352.2K
$308.2K – $410.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $24,654 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.17%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$314.9K
$275.5K – $367.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $22,042 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.51%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$729.6K
$638.4K – $851.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $51,072 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.77%
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Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,576
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 60120, IL

50,799
Population
17,112
Households
3
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
19%
College-Educated
74%
High-School Grad
17.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,919
Density / Sq Mi
$80,305
Median Household Income
$37,495
Median Earnings
$1,250
Median Rent
$227,000
Median Home Value
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Market

Properties on Market for Duplexes in Cook County

Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Midwest region

6.5% 2022
7.5% 2023
7.8% 2024
8% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - A finished basement, detached garage, and heated office add functional space to this historic residence.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 386 E Chicago Street Elgin, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $399,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Built in 1900; Separate upper‑level apartment with private balcony and in‑unit laundry; Finished basement with recreation room, den, workshop area, and additional laundry
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