7270 S. South Shore Dr Chicago | 53-Unit Multifamily Asset at 8.31pc Cap Rate

7270 S South Shore Drive, Chicago Illinois, 60649

Listing ID: CL-Illinois-28377 Commercial Duplex/Triplex/Fourplex Multifamily
Published on: Monday, August 31, 2026 | Updated on: Monday, August 31, 2026

Listing Summary

Explore 7270 S. South Shore Dr, a fully gut-renovated 53-unit multifamily elevator building in Chicago's vibrant South Shore neighborhood. Delivering an impressive 8.31%+ cap rate, this turnkey asset features modern unit interiors, a stunning 3,800 SF penthouse lounge with a rooftop deck overlooking the lake, dedicated parking, and strong in-place cash flow just minutes from the Loop and Lakefront.

Full Description

Capitalize on high-yield real estate with 7270 S. South Shore Dr, a premier 53-unit multifamily investment property located in the heart of Chicago’s tree-lined South Shore community. Positioned just one block from the Lakefront and fifteen minutes from the Loop with direct access to Lake Shore Drive, this asset combines exceptional location advantages with a proven financial performance targeting an 8.31%+ cap rate.

Comprehensive 2018 Gut Renovation & Modern Infrastructure

The property underwent a complete structural and mechanical overhaul in 2018, ensuring low ongoing maintenance and maximum operational efficiency:

  • New Mechanicals: Brand-new copper plumbing, upgraded electrical systems, hot water tanks, boilers, and an upgraded city sewer line connection.

  • Building Envelope: Features a brand-new tear-off roof and dual upgraded elevators (one passenger and one freight/passenger combination).

  • Electrical Capacity: High-capacity 1600A building service and 400A elevator service, including infrastructure for two additional meters.

Exceptional Tenant Amenities & Unit Mix

  • Modern Units: Fully appointed with stainless steel appliances, dishwashers, and contemporary bathrooms across a balanced layout featuring 9 two-bedroom units, 42 one-bedroom units, and 1 studio.

  • Penthouse & Roof Deck: An exclusive 3,800-square-foot penthouse common area lounge featuring a expansive roof deck with breathtaking, unobstructed lake views.

  • On-Site Conveniences: Includes 10 credit-card-operable laundry machines, dedicated on-site office/maintenance space, and three common-area bathrooms.

  • Parking & Utilities: 18 dedicated surface parking spaces with expansion potential up to 22 stalls. Tenants enjoy independent control over electric baseboard heating, streamlining building expense management.

Whether you are seeking stable, high-yield cash flow or long-term value appreciation in a prominent Chicago submarket, this turnkey multifamily property delivers unmatched asset quality and performance.

Quick Glance

  • Listing ID: CL-Illinois-28377
  • Status: Active
  • Year Build: 1970
  • Building Size: 40,000 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 20,521.00 SqFt

Property Documents

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Complete Details

  • Year Build: 1970
  • Building Size: 40,000 SqFt
  • No of Stories: 5
  • Total Lot Area: 20,521.00 SqFt
  • No of Parking: 18
  • No of Total Units: 52
  • Heating and Cooling: Not Specified
  • Building Class: Class C
  • Occupancy: 90

Pricing Details

Additional Features

Other Uses
  • Property Type Multifamily
  • Sub Type Apartment Building
  • Zoning MULTI
  • Investment Type Value Add
Highlights
  • Strong In-Place Cash Flow: Delivers immediate financial performance with a current NOI of $\$582,033$ and an attractive $8.31\%$ cap rate.
  • Pro Forma Upside Potential: Significant value-add opportunity with a projected Pro Forma NOI of $\$765,551$, pushing the cap rate to $10.94\%$.
  • Low Operational Costs: Features all-electric tenant-paid baseboard heating, minimizing owner utility expenses and simplifying management.
  • Prime Chicago Location: Situated in the vibrant South Shore neighborhood, just one block from the Lakefront and 15 minutes from the Loop.
  • Complete 2018 Renovation: Fully gut-renovated with brand-new electrical, plumbing, roofs, and mechanical systems for low ongoing maintenance.
Features
  • Penthouse & Rooftop Deck: A expansive $3,800\text{ sq ft}$ penthouse common area lounge and roof deck offering stunning views of Lake Michigan.
  • Unit Mix & Modern Interiors: 53 total units (9 two-beds, 42 one-beds, 1 studio) equipped with stainless steel appliances, dishwashers, and updated bathrooms.
  • On-Site Parking: 18 dedicated surface parking spaces with expansion capacity of up to 22 stalls.
  • Elevator Infrastructure: Two upgraded elevators, including separate passenger and freight options.
  • Laundry Amenities: Ten modern, credit-card-operable laundry machines generating supplemental income.
  • On-Site Management: Dedicated professional on-site building management and dedicated maintenance space.

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