Heating for Chicago multi units: space heater?

[Peter Graves]

Hi BP, first time poster. Am looking at a 2 flat currently that has a heating situation I haven’t run into yet, and would like your thoughts. The units are each heated by individual self-contained  space heater/ furnace units in the main living area. These units are the only point source of heating for the entire floor and I’m a bit concerned the heating isn’t going to be uneven/uncomfortable for thetenant. Have others had successes or horror stories with these? It is a very old building, well kept though. Would love some opinions for this TX guy who hasn’t had to deal with heat for much of his lifetime. Thanks!

[Matthew Olszak]

Thats somewhat common in dated buildings and class C rentals. If its the super-old units that sit on the floor, that'll limit your maximum rental substantially. If its a wall unit, you might get some push back from renters depending on the area. Forced-air is best and can be installed with the unit and ducts for about $4.5k/unit.