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Property Description
Welcome to 838 N. Wolcott Avenue (the "Property"), a light value-add multifamily asset ideally positioned in the heart of Chicago's highly sought-after East Village / West Town neighborhood. Situated just north of the vibrant Chicago Avenue retail corridor, the Property offers investors the rare opportunity to acquire a well-maintained, cash flowing asset with meaningful rental upside in one of Chicago's strongest and most supply-constrained rental submarkets. The Property consists of three (3) 2 Bed / 1 Bath + Den units and two (2) 1 Bed / 1 Bath + Den units. These spacious floor plans are uncommon within the surrounding submarket and appeal to a broad tenant base seeking larger living spaces, work-from-home flexibility, and convenient access to the neighborhood's retail and dining amenities. Current ownership has invested significant capital into both the building's physical structure and major mechanical systems. Recent improvements include a complete tear- off roof and tuckpointing in 2024, basement repairs and a new basement entry door in 2025, and a new central A/C condenser in 2024. Unit-level mechanical updates have also been completed throughout the Property, including a new water heater and washer/dryer in Unit 1F (2025), a new washer/dryer in Unit 1R (2026), a new water heater and washer/ dryer in Unit 2F (2024) along with a new refrigerator in 2025, and a new dishwasher and faucet in Unit 3F (2024) followed by a new water heater and washer/dryer in 2025. The rear units have been renovated with condo-quality finishes, featuring stainless steel appliances, espresso and white cabinetry, granite countertops, and hardwood flooring throughout. Positioned one block north of Chicago Avenue, residents are within walking distance of notable local and national destinations including Lush Wine & Spirits, Beatnik, Forbidden Root, Opart Thai House, Arami, Roots Pizza, West Town Bakery, and the Chicago Public Library. The Property also benefits from exceptional transit connectivity, located approximately 0.2 miles from both the Kennedy Expressway and the CTA Blue Line, providing seamless access to Downtown Chicago, O'Hare International Airport, and surrounding neighborhoods. With its premier West Town location, oversized floor plans, recent capital improvements, and clear path to future rent growth, 838 N. Wolcott Avenue represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a stable, operationally efficient multifamily asset with long-term upside in one of Chicago's most competitive rental markets.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 838 N Wolcott Ave
General
- Price: $1,450,000
- HOA FEE: $1,500
- Taxes: $15,916 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12761705
- Updated: 9/22/2026
- Added to Site: 13 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Crawl Spac
Location
- Area: CHI - West Town
- County: Cook
- Township: West Chicago
- Driving Directions: CHICAGO AVE WEST, NORTH ON WOLCOTT AVE TO 838
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Gas
Utilities
- Trash: 1600
Structural Information
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Year Built: 1894
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- Units w/Refrigerators: 5
- Units w/Range/Oven: 5
- # Dryers: 4
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 24 x 125
- Zoning: MULTI
Financial Considerations
- Maint. Fee: $1,500
- Insurance Fee: $1,441
- Operating Expenses: $24,212
- Other Fee: $1,000
- Assessment Year: 1894
- Tax Amount: $15,916
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tenant Pays: Air Conditioning, Electricity, Heat
- Pays Electric: 100
- Pays Trash: 1600
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 17064340300000
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Schools
Schools serving 838 N Wolcott Ave
School District:Chicago Public School District 299
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Columbus Elementary School, Chicago, IL 1003 North Leavitt Street, Chicago, IL 60622 | PK-8 | 0.4 mi |
Wells Community Academy High School 936 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622 | 9-11 | 0.4 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 838 N Wolcott Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/16/2026
Listed
$1,450,000
25.54%
MLS
4/10/2024
Sold
$1,155,000
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Public Record
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 838 N Wolcott Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$26,711
—
$114,346
-9%
2023
$26,711
3%
$126,220
—
2022
$25,961
-16%
$126,220
-18%
2021
$30,767
74%
$153,000
93%
2020
$17,653
—
$79,245
-10%
2019
$17,690
2%
$88,049
—
2018
$17,393
9%
$88,049
19%
2017
$15,916
7%
$73,937
—
2016
$14,809
2%
$73,937
-7%
2015
$14,513
41%
$79,202
43%
2014
$10,263
2%
$55,317
—
2013
$10,061
1%
$55,317
—
2012
$9,926
—
$55,317
—
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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838 N Wolcott Avenue, Chicago, IL 60622 (MLS# 12761705) is a Commercial property. 838 N Wolcott Avenue is currently listed for $1,450,000 and was received on September 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 838 N Wolcott Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in West Town? You can browse all West Town real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

