5841 W 55th StChicagoIL60638
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayYield and appreciation often trade off, and at 5841 W 55th St, Chicago, IL, 60638 in Chicago the bet is firmly on appreciation. Rental yield 4.08%. The 4.08% gross yield on a $600,000 price is below income-first thresholds, but 5%/yr value growth projects $165,769 in equity by year five. Ziffy Mortgage's non-U.S. DSCR mortgage (0.76) finances the acquisition on rental income alone. A larger down payment (30–35%) reduces monthly debt service and tightens the spread. Total projected cumulative return: $92,792.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 6.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,124) | $850 |
City averages based on Chicago market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,038 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,923 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.52x |
Ziffy Mortgage typically prefers a DSCR of 1.0+, but in some cases you may qualify with a DSCR below 1. To explore if this deal qualifies for an investment mortgage, book time with your loan officer →
Estimates assume 6.0% rate / 30-yr fixed, 30% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Multi Family
Built in 1960
3,750 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60638, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,982 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,564 (74.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,394 (20.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,024 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $296,615 |
| Average Home Value | $318,480 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,955
Single Family
17,141
Multi-Family
2,814
Businesses
1,519
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Ziffy AI Summary
A quick, investor-focused snapshot highlighting income strength, yield potential.
| Key metrics | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $399,900 |
| Est. Rent | $3,200/mo |
| ROI | 18% |
- Attractive rent-to-price ratio for income stability
- Good fit for DSCR financing with healthy coverage
Multi Family
Built in 1960
3,750 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 60638, Chicago, IL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,982 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,564 (74.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,394 (20.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,024 ( 4.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $296,615 |
| Average Home Value | $318,480 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,955
Single Family
17,141
Multi-Family
2,814
Businesses
1,519
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Brent Wilk • Wilk Real Estate
Mls Name: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #12450842
Disclaimer: Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2025. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. [Click here for more information](/mls-disclaimers/#17)