Dekalb Industrial for Lease - Western East/West Corr
Available Now: Flexible Manufacturing & Industrial Space at 1300 S 7th Street
Seeking a move-in-ready manufacturing or industrial facility with tax incentives, strong utility infrastructure, and room to grow?
1300 S 7th Street offers approximately 20,000 SF of available office and manufacturing space within a well-located, professionally maintained industrial business park.
Located near major industrial and corporate users—including the new Meta (Facebook) and Ferrara Candy facilities—this property provides the infrastructure and accessibility today’s industrial users need.
Property Highlights
Approximately 20,000 SF available now
Clean, secure, and heated industrial space
Dock-high loading and drive-in doors
2,000-amp, 3-phase, 480V electrical service
25 PSI industrial natural gas
Flexible space configurations (see Areas 1–9 for full availability details)
Strategic Location & Access
The property offers excellent regional connectivity with convenient access to:
I-88
I-39
DeKalb-Taylor Municipal Airport
O’Hare International Airport
Midway International Airport
Rochelle Intermodal / Railyard
This location supports efficient shipping, receiving, logistics, and workforce access across Northern Illinois and the greater Chicago market.
Building & Infrastructure
Originally improved with a $2 million renovation, the 131,300-square-foot facility was upgraded to Gold LEED standards and remains well-equipped for modern industrial operations.
Additional features include:
Energy-efficient R-30 insulated roofing system
Duro-Last membrane roof with no-limit leak warranty
High-speed fiber optic connectivity
Modern restroom facilities
Opportunity to reconnect a Union Pacific rail spur across approximately 13.7 acres of vacant land and into the building
Surrounded by Major Industrial Users
1300 S 7th Street is positioned within a proven industrial corridor anchored by major employers and distribution users, including:
Target distribution center
Multiple 3M distribution facilities
Nestlé
Panduit
Meta’s Illinois Data Center
Workforce & Business Environment
The surrounding labor market is well-suited for manufacturing, logistics, and industrial operations. A significant share of the local workforce is employed in:
Manufacturing
Wholesale trade
Retail trade
Transportation & warehousing
Nearby Northern Illinois University also provides access to a steady pipeline of capable and educated talent.
Ideal For
1300 S 7th Street is well-positioned for:
Manufacturing users
Warehouse / distribution operations
Assembly or light industrial uses
Businesses seeking expansion land
Investors looking for a versatile industrial asset
With available space, expansion potential, rail access opportunity, strong utilities, and a business-friendly local environment, 1300 S 7th Street presents an outstanding opportunity for industrial users and investors alike.
