3939 South Indiana Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 3939 South Indiana Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 13 permits, 7 not closed, and 12 violations, 7 open.
- What is the 2026 conforming loan limit in Cook County?
- $832,750 for a single-unit home, per FHFA. Larger loans are jumbo loans.
- Is radon a problem here?
- EPA radon zone 2, moderate potential.
- What natural disasters is 3939 South Indiana Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively moderate overall, with elevated tornado and heat wave risk.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 7 open violations.
- Permit – express permit program Aug 2022Complete
Contractor name change to permit #100863560
- Permit - new construction May 2021Expired
A-2 multi unit residence3 story (3 dwelling units) new construction residential building on vacant lot with detached garage(conditional permit subject to field inspections)
- Permit - easy permit process Nov 2016
Changing plumbing contractor on permit 100649510
- Permit - easy permit process May 2016
Revision to permit # 100460690 (original)/100629842 (reinstatement) to change gc to bernard's national developers & plumbing cont to loyal plumbing
- Permit – express permit program May 2016Complete
120-240v1phase 3 wire1 meter 200amp service we will install pipe wire light switches outlets and other emergency equipment as per the approved plans by chicago
- Permit - reinstate revoked pmt Jan 2016
Reinstatement of permit # 100460690
- Permit - renovation/alteration Jul 2014Complete
Daycare expansion for angels 'r' us kids academy - interior alterations,new interior finishes, new mechanical, electrical & plumbing upgrades per plan. new trash enclosure with conc pad & new wood fence.
- Permit - easy permit process Jul 2011
Revision to permit # 100356900 to change the hvac contractor of record to a & h heating and cooling inc.
- Permit - renovation/alteration May 2011Complete
Interior alterations and deconvert from 2 d.u. to a single family residence and a new rear metal porch as per plans
- Permit - renovation/alteration Sep 2010Complete
New daycare upgrade mechanical, electrical, & plumbing systems
- Permit – express permit program Sep 2007Complete
Installation of telephone system and 24 locations centers for new horizons 773-451-1337 #16163276
- Permit - easy permit process Sep 2006
Replace dilapidated bricks (150), new windows, where brick front is located all work same as existing
Chicago Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Moderate
Highest for this area: tornado, heat wave, cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Leaking fuel tanks
7 within 1,650 ft
Nearest: Record Controls, Inc., 3900 South Michigan Ave. (600 ft), open. 1 still open. Ask whether groundwater or soil vapor testing was done.
EPA UST Finder, leaking underground storage tank releases
Toxic release facility
3,250 ft
Dubois Chemicals Chicago and 2 more within a mile. Reports chemical releases to air, water or land to EPA each year.
EPA Toxics Release Inventory
Radon potential
Moderate
Average indoor levels of 2 to 4 pCi/L. EPA still suggests testing ground-floor and basement units.
EPA and USGS Geologic Radon Potential Map
Nearest public schools
850 ft
Phillips Academy High School (850 ft), Wells Preparatory Elem Academy (1,800 ft), Bronzeville Classical Elem Sch (1,800 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.2 mi
Chicago Midway (MDW). Aircraft may be audible under approach paths.
FAA large-hub airports
Sinkhole-prone ground
Limestone karst
The bedrock here (dolostone (dolomite), Silurian) can dissolve and open sinkholes. Ask for a geotechnical report and check whether sinkhole coverage is in the insurance policy.
USGS Karst in the United States (OFR 2014-1156)
Conforming loan limit 2026
$832,750
Cook County. Mortgages up to this amount qualify for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac pricing. Above it, the loan is a jumbo with stricter terms.
FHFA Conforming Loan Limit Values, one-unit
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Chicago carries a full corporate economy at a price the coasts do not match. Neighborhoods are distinct and walkable, two and three flats are everywhere, and the Loop still sets the commute for finance, law and consulting.
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- 18.9%
- residents aged 25 to 34
- 45%
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- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
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- Ask specifically where you'd park: is there paid city parking, who currently holds it, what the permit costs, and how long the waitlist is.
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