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Property Description
First time for sale in 47 years High exposure Taylor/Western T-intersection. Double storefront with 4 residential units and 2 oversized 2-car garages with very high ceilings. Located in the UIC West Campus "Tri-Taylor" neighborhood. Roosevelt Rd is directly south and I-290 is directly north. The Illinois Medical District and the 4 main hospitals i.e. Rush, UIC, Cook County and West Side VA are walking distance directly east. As well as the UIC medical, pharmacy, dental and nursing schools. There are (3) buses Western, Harrison and Roosevelt. And Blue line EL. All in walking distance. And 5 minutes to downtown. This is a huge rental area, due to everything above, and maintains almost full occupancy at all times. With reliable annual rental increases. Very high demand with limited supply. Perfect opportunity for an armchair investor or and owner/operator. Rapidly developing neighborhood with new construction popping up everywhere The storefronts are newly remodeled and rented ($1600) and ($1400) as well as one of the four residential units. ($1600) The other 3 residential units, are older rehab ($1400) and have long term tenants at below market rents. (4) Garage spots rent for $100/ea. Garage is under-rented Current gross income = $9200/mo. ($110,400). Full market rent in current condition = $10,400/mo. ($124,800). Cosmetic upgrade of the (3) older units will = $11,400/mo +/- ($136,800). ^^^ The above numbers are achievable 12-24 months There is also a standing height double basement for storage or other use. As well as a built out interstitial area between building and garage for extra storage/use. Enclosed porches
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1012 S Western Ave
General
- Price: $1,050,000
- Taxes: $12,099 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12436814
- Updated: 6/2/2026
- Added to Site: 304 day(s) ago
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Fire Extinguisher(s), Sprinklers (Wet)
Location
- Area: CHI - Near West Side
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: I-290 to Western S to property Roosevelt Rd to Western N to property Corner of Taylor and Western
- Location Details: Downtown Chicago
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Gas
Structural Information
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 6,678
- # of Stores: 2
- Year Built: 1881
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,560
- Lot Dimensions: 40 x 114
- Frontage: City Street
- Zoning: COMMR
Financial Considerations
- Insurance Fee: $6,000
- Security Deposit: Fire Extinguisher/s, Sprinklers-Wet
- Assessment Year: 1881
- Tax Amount: $12,099
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 16134240450000
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Schools
Schools serving 1012 S Western Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Jensen Elementary Scholastic Academy 3030 West Harrison Street, Chicago, IL 60612 | K-8 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1012 S Western Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/28/2026
Price Reduced
$1,050,000
-4.55%
MLS
4/27/2026
Price Reduced
$1,100,000
-4.35%
MLS
1/08/2026
Price Reduced
$1,150,000
-4.17%
MLS
8/03/2025
Listed
$1,200,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1012 S Western Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$9,315
—
$60,000
36%
2023
$9,315
3%
$44,000
—
2022
$9,081
2%
$44,000
—
2021
$8,877
-1%
$44,000
9%
2020
$9,011
-2%
$40,317
-12%
2019
$9,236
2%
$45,815
—
2018
$9,079
8%
$45,815
18%
2017
$8,389
8%
$38,836
—
2016
$7,778
9%
$38,836
—
2015
$7,117
4%
$38,836
5%
2014
$6,856
2%
$36,950
—
2013
$6,720
1%
$36,950
—
2012
$6,631
—
$36,950
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1012 S Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612 (MLS# 12436814) is a Commercial property. 1012 S Western Avenue is currently listed for $1,050,000 and was received on August 03, 2025. Want to learn more about 1012 S Western Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in Near West Side? You can browse all Near West Side real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

