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331 Lofts for Lease in Chicago, IL, USA

Lofts for Lease in Chicago, IL, USA

More details for 346 N Justine St, Chicago, IL - Flex for Lease

346 N Justine St

Chicago, IL 60607

  • Loft
  • Flex for Lease
  • $19.95 - $28.16 CAD SF/YR
  • 2,255 - 31,180 SF
  • 8 Spaces Available Now
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More details for 2600 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL - Office/Medical for Lease

2600 S. Michigan - 2600 S Michigan Ave

Chicago, IL 60616

  • Loft
  • Office/Medical for Lease
  • $42.25 CAD SF/YR
  • 2,216 SF
  • 1 Space Available Now
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More details for 1945 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL - Multiple Space Uses for Lease

Pilsen East Center - 1945 S Halsted St

Chicago, IL 60608

  • Loft
  • Office for Lease
  • $20.42 - $30.98 CAD SF/YR
  • 800 - 9,335 SF
  • 4 Spaces Available Now
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More details for 40 N Wells St, Chicago, IL - Office, Office/Retail for Lease

40 North Wells - 40 N Wells St

Chicago, IL 60606

  • Loft
  • Office for Lease
  • $28.16 CAD SF/YR
  • 1,220 - 4,620 SF
  • 2 Spaces Available Now
  • Commuter Rail

Chicago Office, Office/Retail for Lease - West Loop

The Washington Block sits quietly and modestly on the corner of Washington and Wells (formerly 5th Avenue). Oft-overlooked in favor of more visually striking skyscrapers, 40 N Wells is rich with history. Its walls have seen a wealth of tragedy and triumph since its construction in 1873. The reconstruction boom sought to begin healing the wounds left by the Great Chicago Fire in 1871. It was commissioned by Barbara Cure and John P Olinger of Olinger & Ballard, who hoped that The Washington Block would help to extend the Loop’s business district further west. Designed by the Baumann cousins, the building became the first signifacnt example of an isolated pier foundation, which was a major advance in developing adequate stable foundations for the city’s infamously compressible soil. Multiple ornate textured surfaces, punch-open windows, carved hoods, and a timely Victorian influence characterized the internal and external aesthetic of the building. An optimistic report shortly following the building’s construction stated that “this building, with those occupying the other three corners, (all of which are very beautiful,) combines to form a series of the most attractive business corners on the South Side of the Chicago River, and virtually does away with all rumors regarding the low value of business property in the location named. It probably has enhanced the price of real estate at least 25 percent within the past six months, and no doubt this figure will be doubled within the next twelve months.” Unfortunately, such optimism was misplaced. In the late 1800s, 4-5 story skyscrapers fell out of favor, and the construction of the El line further detracted from interest. Nearly all buildings with similar construction were demolished by the early 1900s for later replacement by 10+ story buildings, including all of the Baumanns’ buildings… except one. The Washington Block survived by sheer luck due to its isolated location at the time. It flew under the radar for decades, which made it a highly desirable location for speakeasies and surreptitious gambling sites. In the 1920s and 30s, The Washington Block saw multiple police raids and dozens of arrests, particularly in t he wake of the 1919 Black Sox scandal which uncovered a massive gambling scheme that slithered through Chicago’s dark underbelly. Gambling and prohibition raids plagued the Central Loop, with business-owners and agents facing arrest nearly every day at 40 North Wells. Were that not enough, a 1926 investigation revealed a massive health scam on the part of a medical tenant who prescribed unnecessary procedures and expensive snake oil drugs to unsuspecting patients seeking help for, well, “lost manhood” issues. The quack doctor lost his license, but not before draining many innocent patients of their time, money, and self-esteem.In the 1950s, the building faced yet another scandal: its contemporary remodeling removed many of the historically significant finishes, shearing off the original metal facings, stonework, and cresting, replacing nearly all of the interior features on the ground floor except for the original spiral staircase which can be admired even today. It wasn’t until the early 2000s that developers began reforming the original tooling and keystones that made The Washington Block so attractive. In 1997, the building was designated a Chicago landmark, and signified as “Red” by the Chicago Historic Resources Survey. A red designation is only awarded to structures that are architecturally or historically significant in the context of the City, the State of Illinois, or the country. A red designation is a major honor, and signifies long-awaited recognition for a building that had been overlooked and under-appreciated, abused and ignored, for over a century. Today, The Washington Block is a distinguished and distinctive home for small-to-midsized tenants, boasting stunning hardwood floors, 12-foot ceilings, and enormous floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook the hustle and bustle of the city.

Contact:

Willard Jones Real Estate

Date on Market:

2022-06-28

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More details for 440 N Wells St, Chicago, IL - Office for Lease

440 N Wells St

Chicago, IL 60654

  • Loft
  • Office for Lease
  • $45.06 - $54.92 CAD SF/YR
  • 717 - 2,815 SF
  • 3 Spaces Available Now
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More details for 328 S Jefferson St, Chicago, IL - Office for Lease

IGOE Building - 328 S Jefferson St

Chicago, IL 60661

  • Loft
  • Office for Lease
  • $25.35 - $46.47 CAD SF/YR
  • 849 - 104,446 SF
  • 14 Spaces Available Now
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More details for 1910 W North Ave, Chicago, IL - Retail for Lease

1910 West North Avenue - 1910 W North Ave

Chicago, IL 60622

  • Loft
  • Retail for Lease
  • 2,500 - 5,185 SF
  • 1 Space Available Now
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More details for 5246 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL - Office for Lease

5246 N Elston Ave

Chicago, IL 60630

  • Loft
  • Office for Lease
  • 4,380 SF
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More details for 5338-5356 N Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL - Flex for Lease

5346 N. NorthWest Hwy. - 5338-5356 N Northwest Hwy

Chicago, IL 60630

  • Loft
  • Flex for Lease
  • 2,200 SF
  • 1 Space Available Soon
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More details for 4211 N Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL - Office/Medical, Medical for Lease

Six Corners Medical Center - 4211 N Cicero Ave

Chicago, IL 60641

  • Loft
  • Office for Lease
  • 400 - 11,276 SF
  • 3 Spaces Available Now
  • Energy Performance: A
  • Air Conditioning
  • Natural Light
  • Security System
  • Drop Ceiling
  • Commuter Rail
  • Private Restrooms
  • 24 Hour Access
  • Conferencing Facility
  • Controlled Access

Chicago Office/Medical, Medical for Lease - Northwest City

Great Building! Move-in ready, newly remodeled, upgraded, and fully supported medical and dental office spaces in fully renovated, medical office building with brand-new elevators & large parking. Building extremely clean and very well-maintained, meeting all codes. The turnkey affordable options available for any medical specialty, are impossible to beat. Property additionally features large dual face LED Samsung billboard, large loading/docking area with controlled access everywhere with all energy efficient systems including LED light fixtures and beautiful landscaping. Great Location! Building has immediate presence on busy Cicero Avenue with 100,000 cars passing by per day and an 85% walkability. Located one block from the famous Six Corners Intersection. 10-minute walk to all train stations include Blue/Grayland lines. CTA bus hub. I-90 & I-94 expressway (1 minute to/from Montrose Exit) with 7 miles from downtown Chicago and 10 miles to O’Hare. There are 800 new apartments one block away with proximity to Northwestern, Advocate and Amita healthcare. State of the art multispecialty CON Licensed ASTC on 4th floor available for sale, partnership, or utilization, and X-ray and imaging services.

Contact:

Citadel Property Advisors

Date on Market:

2025-06-21

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More details for 141 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL - Office for Lease

The Chicago Board of Trade Building - 141 W Jackson Blvd

Chicago, IL 60604

  • Loft
  • Office for Lease
  • 4,652 SF
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More details for 3435 1/2 W 26th St, Chicago, IL - Retail for Lease

Restaurant (2nd Gen) Available For Lease - 3435 1/2 W 26th St

Chicago, IL 60623

  • Loft
  • Retail for Lease
  • 2,850 SF
  • 1 Space Available Now
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More details for 212 W Kinzie St, Chicago, IL - Office for Lease

212 W Kinzie - 212 W Kinzie St

Chicago, IL 60654

  • Loft
  • Office for Lease
  • 4,535 SF
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More details for 410 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL - Retail for Lease

Fine Arts Building - 410 S Michigan Ave

Chicago, IL 60605

  • Loft
  • Retail for Lease
  • 2,280 SF
  • 1 Space Available Now
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More details for 1335 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL - Office, Retail for Lease

1335 S Michigan Ave

Chicago, IL 60605

  • Loft
  • Retail for Lease
  • 3,000 - 10,000 SF
  • 1 Space Available Soon
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More details for 1200 W 35th St, Chicago, IL - Coworking for Lease

Bridgeport Arts Center - 1200 W 35th St

Chicago, IL 60609

  • Loft
  • Coworking for Lease
  • 1,500 SF
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More details for 744 N Wells St, Chicago, IL - Office for Lease

The 744 - 744 N Wells St

Chicago, IL 60654

  • Loft
  • Office for Lease
  • 450 - 925 SF
  • 2 Spaces Available Now
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More details for 1714 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL - Retail for Lease

1714 N Damen Ave

Chicago, IL 60647

  • Loft
  • Retail for Lease
  • 4,234 SF
  • 1 Space Available Now
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