518 S Western Avenue — Chicago, IL 60612
Active Under Contract
Chicago, IL 60612

518 S Western Avenue

$699,000
0 beds · 0 baths
Listed at $699,000 67 days on market $8,558/yr taxes
01About this home

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.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$699,000
List price
Square feet
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
Year built
0.04 ac
Lot size
Garage spaces
$8,558
Annual taxes
Land
Style
67
Days on market
04Neighborhood
E Elementary school
Jensen Elementary School Olastic
Chicago, IL
M Middle school
Jensen Elementary School Olastic
Chicago, IL
H High school
Manley Career Academy High Schoo
Chicago, IL
  • Chavas Tacos El Original 450 ft
  • Fiore Delicatessen 0.2 mi
  • Mr Brown’s Lounge 0.3 mi
  • The Corner Farmacy 0.3 mi
  • Burger King 0.3 mi
  • Fatso's Last Stand 0.3 mi
  • Farmer's Pride Produce 0.3 mi
  • Shell 0.4 mi
  • Citgo 0.4 mi
  • Tabb's Food & Liquor 0.4 mi
  • Mariano's Fresh Market 0.5 mi
  • BP Shop 0.6 mi
  • Smith Park 0.2 mi
  • Superior Park 0.4 mi
  • Superior Playground 0.4 mi
  • Western Park 0.5 mi
  • Starr Park 0.5 mi
  • Snowberry Playground 0.7 mi
  • Blend Cafe 750 ft
  • Dark Matter Coffee - The Mothership 0.3 mi
  • Star Lounge Coffee Bar 0.3 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.3 mi
  • Old Lviv 0.4 mi
  • Starbucks 0.5 mi
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05History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Apr 3, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Essex 312, LLC
$699,000
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Listed by Essex 312, LLC · Mitir Patel
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