5148 W Carmen Avenue Chicago, IL 60630

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Welcome to 5148 W Carmen, a remarkable & unique investment jewel nestled in the heart of Chicago's vibrant Jefferson Park community. This unique multi-unit property offers a dynamic blend of comfort and convenience, making it an exceptional opportunity for savvy investors and house hackers alike. The property boasts a main house and a charming attached addition, comprising three legal apartments plus a bonus attic in-law space. Unit 1, ideal for an owner-occupant or a new tenant, features a spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout with an expansive floor plan, including a primary bedroom with an en-suite bath and cedar walk-in closet. Enjoy a cozy gathering space off the kitchen complete with a fireplace and the convenience of a stacked in-unit washer and dryer. Unit 2 occupies the ground level of the main house, offering 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a full kitchen, living, and separate dining room. Unit 3, a recently updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom space, sits on the ground floor of the side addition and shines with new vinyl plank floors, bathroom, and kitchen. The delightful finished attic space presents related living options with a full kitchen, living room, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and a balcony. Additional amenities include tenant coin laundry, a 2-car garage plus a 4-car parking pad, a mix of central heating/cooling and baseboard heating throughout, new 75-gallon water heater (2021), recently rodded sewer with newly added cleanout (2023), an expansive backyard for entertaining with a covered patio and ample gardening space and an attached shed. Poised as a prime investment with excellent returns, the property maintains long-standing, reliable tenants with 2 units vacant at closing. All units are updated, and the strategic location-just blocks from top-rated schools Beaubien Elementary & Regional Gifted Center, major highways, and public transportation (0.4 miles to I-90, 0.6 miles to I-94, 0.5 miles to Blue Line & Metra Trains ). -offers easy commutes and ensures robust rental demand. Seize the opportunity to own this well-maintained property with strong income potential. Schedule a showing today and invest in your future.