210-230 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60610
Piper's Alley · Retail Property For Lease · 30,819 SF

Positioned at the iconic intersection of North Avenue and Wells Street, this retail opportunity sits in the heart of Chicago’s Old Town, one of the city’s most vibrant and densely populated neighborhoods. The property benefits from exceptional visibility and foot traffic, with 1.6 million annual pedestrians, and is surrounded by a dynamic mix of restaurants, entertainment venues, and boutique retailers. Anchored by the legendary Second City comedy club, Pipers Alley draws both locals and tourists, creating a built-in customer base for any retail concept. Accessibility is unmatched: the CTA Brown/Purple Line Sedgwick stop is just two blocks away, and Lake Shore Drive is minutes from the site, ensuring seamless connectivity to the greater Chicago area. Traffic counts are impressive, with 28,500 VPD on North Avenue and 15,700 VPD on Wells Street, complemented by 375 on-site parking stalls. The space offers flexibility with 8,000 SF divisible and potential expansion to 12,000 SF, making it ideal for restaurants, medical offices, retail, or salon/spa concepts. Surrounding demographics underscore the strength of this location: within a half-mile radius, the population exceeds 27,000, daytime population reaches 19,627, and average household income is approximately $184,915. This combination of high visibility, affluent customer base, and strong co-tenancy positions the property as a premier retail destination in Chicago.