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This all brick, mixed use, legal 3 flat building has been fully updated on all levels. Two apartments each featuring 2 bedrooms, full living and dining rooms, updated kitchens, bathrooms, in unit laundry, hardwood floors, can lights, newer windows, and newer HVAC w/ central heat and air conditioning. Second floor apartment also has a new water heater. New 200 AMP electric service with 4 separate meters; including public meter. 4 car tandem parking in rear. The bright, renovated storefront features tall ceilings, commercial grade glass windows and doors, a half bath, decorative lighting, and central heat and air conditioning. Additional space in full basement can be used for dedicated storage for apartments or the commercial space. This turn key building also has a clean check valve for flood control, the exterior of the building has been tuckpointed, and the roof silver coated in 2021. Perfect opportunity for someone with a business looking to owner occupy one of the units. Walking distance to McCormick YMCA w/indoor pool, Kimball Arts Center, restaurants, shopping, and entertainment.

Full Property Details for 3538 W North Ave

General

  • Price: $725,000
  • Taxes: $12,694 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Commercial
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12439018
  • Updated: 11/18/2025
  • Added to Site: 163 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Basement
  • Flooring: Wood

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Alarm on Site, Fire Extinguisher(s), Other, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Location

  • Area: CHI - Humboldt Park
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Jefferson
  • Driving Directions: West on North Ave to 3538
  • Location Details: Chicago North, Central Business District, Mixed-Use Area, Public Transport Avail, In City Limits, High Traffic Area

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Central Building Heat, Central Heat/Individual Controls, Forced Air

Structural Information

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Sub-Flooring: Wood
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • # of Stores: 1
  • Year Built: 1902
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Unit Information

  • Units w/Refrigerators: 2
  • Units w/Range/Oven: 2
  • # Dryers: 2

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,400
  • Lot Dimensions: 25 x 136
  • Zoning: OTHER

Financial Considerations

  • Lease Price: $20
  • Insurance Fee: $1,500
  • Other Fee: $1,500
  • Security Deposit: Alarm On Site, Fire Extinguisher/s, Other, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Assessment Year: 1902
  • Tax Amount: $12,694.8
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tenant Pays: Air Conditioning, Common Area Maintenance, Electricity, Heat, Repairs
  • Pays Electric: 7500

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 13354180310000
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Schools serving 3538 W North Ave

School District:Chicago Public School District 299
NameGradesDistance
Stowe Elementary School
3444 West Wabansia Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647
K-80.2 mi
North-Grand High School
4338 West Wabansia Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639
9-121 mi
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Price & Sales History for 3538 W North Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/10/2025
Price Reduced
$725,000
-4.61%
MLS
9/17/2025
Price Reduced
$760,000
-5%
MLS
8/06/2025
Listed
$800,000
23.08%
MLS
9/20/2021
Sold
$650,000
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Tax History for 3538 W North Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,867
3%
$23,000
—
2022
$4,731
2%
$23,000
—
2021
$4,625
-22%
$23,000
-14%
2020
$5,939
-4%
$26,662
-13%
2019
$6,157
2%
$30,646
—
2018
$6,054
-11%
$30,646
-3%
2017
$6,776
7%
$31,479
—
2016
$6,305
9%
$31,479
—
2015
$5,768
13%
$31,479
14%
2014
$5,102
-10%
$27,496
-12%
2013
$5,653
-4%
$31,084
-6%
2012
$5,905
—
$32,907
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3538 W North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647 (MLS# 12439018) is a Commercial property. 3538 W North Avenue is currently listed for $725,000 and was received on August 06, 2025. This property is listed by Nick Farnsworth from our Lincoln Park Office.Want to learn more about 3538 W North Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in Humboldt Park? You can browse all Humboldt Park real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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