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South Shore Apartment Building Opportunity
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$6,400,000

7109 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL 60649

68-unit apartment building in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood.

Property Size48,915 SF
Price / SF$130.84
Days on Market94

Property Features for 7109 S Bennett Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 48,915 SF
Property subtype Multifamily

Building Details

Building Size 48,915 SF
Year Built 1923
Listing Agency: Kiser Group
Listed By: Noah Birk · License #ILLINOIS #475125864
Source: Kisergroup
Added: May 27 Changed: Aug 26 Last Checked: Aug 28 at 10:03AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, approximately seven miles south of downtown, 7109 S. Merrill is a sixty-eight-unit apartment building. The property is situated blocks from Lake Michigan and the South Shore Cultural Center, and in close proximity to Jackson Park, the future Obama Presidential Library, and the Jackson Park Golf Course. The unit mix comprises nine 3-bedroom/2-bathroom units, fifty-two 2-bedroom/1-bathroom units, and seven 1-bedroom/1-bathroom units. The property is approximately 60% complete, with a majority of units either rent-ready or currently occupied. An additional 30% of units require moderate renovations, including flooring, furnaces, kitchens, and bathrooms, while roughly 10% of the units require full rehabilitation. The building also requires the installation of two rear porches and significant improvements to two common areas. Recent capital improvements include new electrical service, new hot water tanks, newly constructed porches, and individual furnaces throughout. The South Shore area has experienced substantial growth in recent years, fueled by ongoing development and investment in the surrounding community. The property is well-positioned to benefit from continued demand and long-term appreciation due to its proximity to Jackson Park, Lake Michigan, and the Obama Presidential Center. The property size is 48915 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • Located in Chicago's South Shore, an active and appreciating lakefront neighborhood experiencing substantial growth.
  • Proximity to Jackson Park, Lake Michigan, and the future Obama Presidential Center.
  • Sixty‑eight (68) unit apartment building with a mix of 3Bd/2Ba, 2Bd/1Ba, and 1Bd/1Ba units.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Apartment buildings

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Dental Office Building Supply HVAC Service Computer & Electronic Repair Storage Facility

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

1,611
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 60649, IL

48,171
Population
28,249
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
3.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
13,381
Density / Sq Mi
$40,142
Median Household Income
$36,474
Median Earnings
$1,066
Median Rent
$199,500
Median Home Value

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?
Apartment building - 68-unit apartment building in Chicago's South Shore neighborhood.
Where is this apartment building located?
The property is located at 7109 S Bennett Ave Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $6,400,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Located in Chicago's South Shore, an active and appreciating lakefront neighborhood experiencing substantial growth.; Proximity to Jackson Park, Lake Michigan, and the future Obama Presidential Center.; Sixty‑eight (68) unit apartment building with a mix of 3Bd/2Ba, 2Bd/1Ba, and 1Bd/1Ba units.
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