4751 South Forrestville Avenue, Chicago
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Quick answers
- Does 4751 South Forrestville Avenue have open permits or code violations?
- Chicago Department of Buildings lists 10 permits, 7 not closed, and 60 violations, 37 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 4751 South Forrestville Avenue at risk for?
- FEMA's National Risk Index rates the area relatively low overall, with elevated cold wave risk.
Permits and code violations
7 permits not closed out. Unfinished permits pass to the next owner. 37 open violations.
- Permit - easy permit process Mar 2022
Existing 3 story w/bsmt.masonry bldg.-reinstate permit #100793666 issued 11/21/18. all work as per original approved plans. no other reinstatements allowed. subject to field inspections.
- Permit - easy permit process Jan 2021
Change of plumbing contractor on permits #100793666 and #100858340. all other contractors to remain the same. work as per originally approved plans. subject to field inspections.
- Permit - easy permit process Jan 2020
Re-instatement of permit 100793666 issued 11/21/18 - all contractors to remain the same and all work as per original approved plans and permit
- Permit - easy permit process Dec 2019
Work in unit 2ns: replace doors,trim,baseboards,repair drywall,replace kitchen cabinets,countertop,bath vanity,toilets,sinks,tubs same as existing.
- Permit – express permit program Dec 2019Complete
Replace lighting fixtures, outlets and switches throughout the apartment
- Permit - easy permit process Oct 2019
Repair front 3 story wood porch per building violations dated 5-1-19- all work
- Permit - renovation/alteration Nov 2018Complete
Existing 3 story w/bsmt. masonry residential bldg.- interior remodeling throughout - de-convert from 10 to 8 d.u..repair front/rear int.staircases. provide new steel handrail and repair front concrete steps. repair/replace existing steel/chain link fence. exterior masonry repairs.rear garage n.i.c.- all work as needed, throughout and as per approved drawings scope of work.
- Permit - renovation/alteration Sep 2018Phased permitting
Existing 3 story w/bsmt-10 d.u. masonry residential building - interior demo only - no structural partitions, foundation, roof, exterior or garage work. full rehab permit to be applied for within 60 days.
- Permit - easy permit process Jul 2015
Spot tuckpoint, 1500 sq. ft. caulking, change damaged bricks.s tucco work.
- Permit – express permit program Apr 2006Complete
Low voltage alarm
Chicago Department of Buildings
Safety and environment
FEMA natural hazard risk
Relatively Low
Highest for this area: cold wave. These drive insurance cost here.
FEMA National Risk Index, census tract
Brownfield site
1,400 ft
4958 S Forrestville Ave and 1 more within half a mile. Former industrial land in EPA's cleanup and reuse program.
EPA ACRES Brownfields
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
1,800 ft
Bronzeville Academy Charter Sch (1,800 ft), Reavis Elem Math & Sci Spec Schl (2,300 ft), Woodson South Elem School (2,400 ft). Confirm the assigned school with the district.
U.S. Department of Education, NCES
Major airport
7.4 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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What's worth checking in person before deciding.
- Test water pressure and temperature at the tap, in the bathroom and kitchen, for at least a minute.
- Ask for the latest maintenance bill from a winter month, not a summer one: that's where the real cost of living there shows up.
- 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.
- Schedule a viewing on a weekday too, between 6:00 and 7:30 PM, the window when the building is busiest: neighbors, parking, elevator.
- Look at the stairwell (cleanliness, smell) and the association's notice board: unpaid dues, conflicts, recent decisions.
- Knock on a neighboring door and ask two things: what bothers them most often, and what work is planned for the building.
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