Seller's Agent in 2026
Tony Hardy
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(773) 575-6082
3 in this area
52 Total Sales
Pleased to present the exclusive offering of Central Avenue Apartments, a 17-unit multifamily property located in the Austin neighborhood of northwest Chicago. This well-maintained property represents an attractive investment with strong in-place income, immediate cash flow, and significant upside potential through strategic unit renovations and rent increases.The property is 100% occupied, offering stability for a new investor, with current rents well below market. With a light value-add program ($5,000 per unit upon turnover), rental income can be pushed to market levels, creating strong returns and long-term appreciation. Property Details Address: 1405-13 N. Central Ave., Chicago, IL 60651 Units: 17 Total SF: 10,816 List Price: $1,400,000 Occupancy: 100% Unit Mix & Rents Current Average Rent: $997 Pro Forma Average Rent: $1,291 Current Average PSF: $1.70 Pro Forma Average PSF: $2.18 Pro forma figures incorporate a $5,000 per unit renovation budget as leases naturally turn, enabling backfilling at higher market rent levels. Financial Highlights Current NOI: $113,627 Pro Forma NOI: $164,313 Current Cap Rate: 8.12% Pro Forma Cap Rate: 11.14% Current GRM: 6.88 Pro Forma GRM: 5.60 Price / SF: $129 Price / Unit: $82,353 Investment Highlights Stabilized Occupancy: 100% leased, offering immediate cash flow. Value-Add Upside: Below-market rents with ability to push to pro forma levels through unit turnovers and $5k/unit upgrades. Efficient Size: 17-unit property, manageable for both first-time investors scaling into multifamily or seasoned owners seeking additional cash flow. Northwest Chicago Location: Situated in the Austin neighborhood, with access to strong tenant demand, local employment centers, and public transportation. Attractive Financial Metrics: Opportunity to achieve an 11%+ cap rate and reduce GRM below 6 with modest renovations. Central Avenue Apartments offers investors a stabilized, cash-flowing multifamily asset in one of Chicago's largest neighborhoods. With immediate income, strong financial performance, and clear value-add potential, this property represents a compelling investment for both local and regional buyers seeking strong returns in the Chicago multifamily market.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams ONEChicago License #475139834 Listed on: 09/20/2025
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 02/24/26 | Sold | $1,310,000 | -6.4% | -- |
| 11/17/2025 11/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/20/2025 09/20/25 | For Sale | $1,400,000 | -- | -- |
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,002 | $119,300 | $15,040 | $104,260 |
| 2024 | $24,002 | $119,300 | $15,040 | $104,260 |
| 2023 | $23,398 | $113,762 | $7,821 | $105,941 |
| 2022 | $23,398 | $113,762 | $7,821 | $105,941 |
| 2021 | $27,623 | $137,367 | $7,820 | $129,547 |
| 2020 | $17,010 | $76,356 | $7,820 | $68,536 |
| 2019 | $15,341 | $76,356 | $7,820 | $68,536 |
| 2018 | $15,083 | $76,356 | $7,820 | $68,536 |
| 2017 | $15,367 | $71,385 | $6,617 | $64,768 |
| 2016 | $14,298 | $71,385 | $6,617 | $64,768 |
| 2015 | $13,081 | $71,385 | $6,617 | $64,768 |
| 2014 | $10,158 | $54,747 | $6,617 | $48,130 |
| 2013 | $12,256 | $67,388 | $6,617 | $60,771 |
Seller's Agent in 2026
Tony Hardy
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(773) 575-6082
3 in this area
52 Total Sales
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Travis Montgomery
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(773) 946-8816
3 in this area
35 Total Sales
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12477032
APN: 16041080150000
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