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Historic Limestone Office Building
For Sale
$1,500,000

4636 S KING Drive, Chicago, IL 60653

Commercial Sale, Chicago, IL

Property Size7,500 SF
Lot Size0.17 Acres
Price / SF$200
Days on Market817

Property Features for 4636 S KING Drive

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Directions MARTIN LUTHER KING DRIVE NORTH OR SOUTH TO PROPERTY
Subdivision CHI - Grand Boulevard
Standard status Active
APN 20033230180000
Lot size 0.17 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2022
Tax Annual Amount 14452

Building Details

Year built 1925
Floors in Building 1
Listing Agency: Realty One Group Heartland
Listed By: Shiree Booker · License #475148177
Added: Jul 11, 2024 Changed: Aug 20 Last Checked: Oct 5 at 1:06PM
MLS# 12108991

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Constructed in 1925, this 7,500-square-foot limestone building is offered in its existing condition and requires complete rehabilitation. The property was designed by architect Henry L. Newhouse and served as the home of the Mammoth Life and Accident Insurance Company, identified as Chicago’s first Black-owned insurance company. Its configuration and zoning support office, banking, credit union, and other commercial uses, subject to applicable approvals.

The 0.1722-acre parcel is located at 4636 S King Drive in Chicago’s Bronzeville/Grand Boulevard area. B3-3 Community Shopping District zoning permits a broad range of business activity, with apartments allowed above the ground floor. The property is near the Green Line, Lake Shore Drive, and the Dan Ryan Expressway, with downtown Chicago approximately 15 minutes away. The sale is offered as-is.

Key Highlights

  • 7,500 square feet on a 0.1722‑acre parcel
  • 1925 limestone building designed by architect Henry L. Newhouse
  • B3‑3 Community Shopping District zoning

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$103,761
Cap Rate
6.92%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,075,220 $2.1M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,482,300 $1.5M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,152,900 $1.2M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 7,500 SF
Gross rent
$162.0K $21.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$13.8K −$1.84/SF
EGI
$148.2K $19.76/SF
− OpEx
−$44.5K −$5.93/SF
NOI
$103.8K $13.83/SF
Area
Chicago, IL
Vacancy
8.50%
Lease Rate
$21.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,075,220
Cap Rate 7%
$1,482,300
Cap Rate 9%
$1,152,900

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Office B
$2.30M
$2.01M – $2.68M (±1% cap)
NOI $160,920 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.73%
Second Best
Specialty Retail
$1.99M
$1.74M – $2.33M (±1% cap)
NOI $139,590 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.31%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$3.54M
$3.09M – $4.13M (±1% cap)
NOI $247,536 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 16.50%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

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Current Use

Office buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick HVAC Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom Law Firm Carpet & Flooring Store Building Supply Auto Parts 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

Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,640
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 60653, IL

33,146
Population
18,279
Households
1.8
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
38%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
2.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
13,811
Density / Sq Mi
$39,565
Median Household Income
$49,335
Median Earnings
$856
Median Rent
$347,800
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Chicago, IL

17.9% 2019
19.2% 2020
20.7% 2021
23.1% 2022
23.3% 2023
25.1% 2024
25.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Office building - B3-3 zoning supports varied commercial uses with apartments permitted above the ground floor.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 4636 S KING Drive Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 7,500 square feet on a 0.1722‑acre parcel; 1925 limestone building designed by architect Henry L. Newhouse; B3‑3 Community Shopping District zoning
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