4045 W Nelson St

2,195 Sq. Ft.
$296 / Sq. Ft.
2,195
Sq. Ft.
$296
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Do not miss an opportunity to own a beautifully updated brick 2 Flat in Avondale with a full unfinished basement! Completely renovated in 2022, both units offer 2 beds and 1 bath, dining rooms, spacious living areas, and an additional front sunroom. Each apartment features refinished hardwood floors throughout, newer vinyl windows, furnace heating, in-unit washer and dryer, designer bathrooms with subway tile, and upgraded kitchens with 42" white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless...Do not miss an opportunity to own a beautifully updated brick 2 Flat in Avondale with a full unfinished basement! Completely renovated in 2022, both units offer 2 beds and 1 bath, dining rooms, spacious living areas, and an additional front sunroom. Each apartment features refinished hardwood floors throughout, newer vinyl windows, furnace heating, in-unit washer and dryer, designer bathrooms with subway tile, and upgraded kitchens with 42" white shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The dry unfinished basement has a practical 6'10 ceiling height and includes rough plumbing for a future bathroom, offering excellent potential to duplex down the first floor unit for increased living space or used as extra storage. Additional upgrades to the building include copper water lines, 200 amp electrical, 2021 water heaters, and regular roof maintenance including a recent silvercoat. Sizable rear yard with 2 car garage. Amazing location that is walking distance to Milwaukee Ave with nearby coffee shops, restaurants, Cermak Fresh Market, and Avondale Bowl.
  1. Listed by Jason Wagner • Greystone Realty
    P: (847)-997-1639 C: (847)-997-1639 jwagner@greystonerealtychicago.com
  2. Listed by Brian DeSimone • Greystone Realty
    P: (224)-383-5930 brian@greystonerealtychicago.com

Property Details for 4045 West Nelson Street

Area
CHI - Avondale
Township
Jefferson
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Zoning
MULTI
LISTING UPDATED: 02/11/2026 02:47 PM

Property Details for 4045 West Nelson Street

StatusNew
MLS #12563228
Days on Market1
Taxes$8,538 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeTwo to Four Units / 2 Flat
Year Built1917
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 4045 West Nelson Street

Stories-Residences2Year Built1917Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,879 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,167

Property Taxes

$712

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4045 West Nelson Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 299
  • Elementary School: Lorca Elementary School
  • High School District: 299
  • High School: Schurz High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 299
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Basement Type: Finished, Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • # Full Baths in Building: 2
  • # Half Baths in Building: 0
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2022
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 25x125
  • Total # Units in Building: 2.0
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Rubber, Flat
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 3000
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 4045
  • 3 Br Un In Bldg: No
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-02-09T23:50:30
  • Photos Count: 31
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Electric Expense: $600.00
  • Gross Income: $51,600.00
  • Insurance Expense: $2,236.00
  • Electric Expense Source: Owner Projection
  • Insurance Expense Source: Actual
  • Water Expense Source: Owner Projection
  • Water Sewer Expense: $1,500.00
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $2,150.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 1
  • Lease Expiration Date: 4/28
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $2,150.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
  • Lease Expiration Date: 3/26

Property History for 4045 West Nelson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 11, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12563228

$649,900
Oct 21, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475773230

$325,000
Oct 21, 2021

Sold

MRED #11182157

$325,000
Sep 8, 2021

Pending

MRED #11182157

Aug 6, 2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11182157

$400,000
Jun 27, 2007

Cancelled

MRED #06279994

$419,500
Sep 14, 2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #06279994

$464,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/11/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12563228

$649,900
10/21/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475773230

$325,000
10/21/2021

Sold

MRED #11182157

$325,000
09/08/2021

Pending

MRED #11182157

08/06/2021

Listed (Active)

MRED #11182157

$400,000
06/27/2007

Cancelled

MRED #06279994

$419,500
09/14/2006

Listed (Active)

MRED #06279994

$464,900

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Public Records for 4045 West Nelson Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,815Additions$35,187Total$43,002
Tax Record2023$9,111 ($759 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,324 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,324 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,125 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1916CountyCOOKAPN13-27-215-005

Schools near 4045 West Nelson Street

This home is within Chicago Public Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 7 to 11
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Garcia Lorca Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Schurz High School
Public9 to 12

Art in Motion Charter School
Charter7 to 11

York Alternative High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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4045 West Nelson Street is a multi-family home for sale in Chicago, IL 60641. This property was listed for sale on February 11, 2026 by Greystone Realty, it's currently listed at $649,900. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on October 21, 2021. This listing's school district is Chicago Public Schools. Nearby schools include Garcia Lorca Elementary School, Schurz High School and Art in Motion Charter School. 4045 West Nelson Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,195 sqft multi-family home built in 1917.

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