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Contingent
  • $699,000

    518 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60612

    --beds
    --baths
    1,742Square Feet
    Unimproved Land
    Built in ----
    1,742 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Prominent western avenue frontageExisting outdoor space
    518-522 S Western Avenue is a rare 3-parcel assemblage totaling 6,132 SF strategically positioned within one of Chicago's most dynamic and rapidly evolving corridors, benefiting directly from the transformational growth surrounding the United Center and the multi-billion-dollar 1901 Project. This large-scale redevelopment will introduce new residential density, retail, hospitality, entertainment venues, and activated public spaces, fundamentally reshaping the immediate area and driving sustained increases in foot traffic, consumer demand, and long-term property values along the Western Avenue corridor. The surrounding neighborhood continues to experience meaningful mixed-use and residential new developments, reinforcing its transition toward higher-density, transit-oriented growth. Ongoing land sales and redevelopment activity in the immediate vicinity further validate investor confidence and signal continued capital inflow into the submarket. The property's mixed-use positioning and zoning capacity, allowing for up to 15 residential units above a retail unit, creates a highly flexible opportunity to capitalize on this growth trajectory. The site is well-suited for a thoughtfully designed mixed use redevelopment that leverages strong residential demand driven by proximity to the Illinois Medical District, surrounding employment hubs, and expanding neighborhood amenities. Simultaneously, its prominent Western Avenue frontage, strong traffic counts, and existing outdoor space provide the ability to incorporate a highly visible retail or restaurant component that benefits from daily workforce demand and event-driven traffic from the United Center.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Mitir Patel 773-305-4858,

    Essex 312, LLC,

    Quinn Evans 224-244-3098,

    Essex 312, LLC

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12581957MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Property

      Features
      • Frontage length: 73
      Lot
      • Size: 1,742 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 73X84
      Details
      • Additional parcels included: 16132340410000,16132340420000
      • Parcel number: 16132340410000
      • Zoning: COMMR
      • Special conditions: None

      Utilities & green energy

      • Utilities for property: Electric to Site, Natural Gas Available, None

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Chicago

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $68,170
      • Annual tax amount: $8,557
      • Date on market: 4/3/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $2,605/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/8/2026Contingent$699,000
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581957 Report a problem
        4/3/2026Listed for sale$699,000-10.4%
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581957 Report a problem
        9/10/2022Listing removed--
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11247392 Report a problem
        10/15/2021Listed for sale$780,000+1595.7%
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11247392 Report a problem
        5/17/1996Sold$46,000
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024-- $6,817 -33.6%
        2023$2,172 +2.6%$10,260
        2022$2,117 +2.3%$10,260
        2021$2,070 -9.7%$10,260
        2020$2,293 +10.9%$10,260
        2019$2,068 +1.7%$10,260
        2018$2,033 +7.2%$10,260 +16.8%
        2017$1,897 +7.8%$8,784
        2016$1,759 +9.3%$8,784
        2015$1,610 +159.4%$8,784 +162.6%
        2014$621 +2%$3,345
        2013$608 $3,345
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
        All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Tri-Taylor

        Getting around

        82 / 100
        Very Walkable
        74 / 100
        Excellent Transit
        83 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Jensen Elementary School Olastic
        • Middle: Jensen Elementary School Olastic
        • High: Manley Career Academy High Schoo
        • District: 299

        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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