310 Storefront Properties for Lease in Chicago, IL, USA

Chicago Office, Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Rockwell on the River is a dynamic, ever-evolving destination where Chicago’s industrial heritage meets contemporary sophistication. Located on three scenic acres along the revitalized North Branch of the Chicago River in the Avondale neighborhood, this unique complex offers a blend of modern amenities and historic charm. Originally constructed in 1933 as a tannery, the property was meticulously redeveloped starting in 2013 and officially opened in 2018, with final renovations completed in 2020. Today, it stands as a testament to architectural preservation and innovative reuse, featuring dramatic double bow-truss timber ceilings, exposed brick walls, skylights, Black Locust wood floors, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that frame sweeping river views. More than just a beautiful setting, Rockwell on the River offers a rich sensory and cultural experience. The campus includes a craft coffee roastery, artisan distillery, brewery, and riverside dining venues that bring together locals and visitors alike. Adding to the vibrancy of the space are thoughtfully designed retail spaces, private offices, a full-service marina with boat docks, and European-style cobblestone courtyards accented by original sculptures and lush landscaping, creating an atmosphere that is both inspiring and inviting. Functionality meets aesthetic at every turn, with tenant-controlled HVAC, high-speed Wi-Fi, 24-hour access, a dedicated loading dock, and an on-site catering kitchen. Accessibility is seamless—visitors can arrive by car via I-90/94, public transportation, bike, foot, or even by kayak or boat. Ample on-site parking and private outdoor areas further enhance the experience. Rockwell on the River isn’t just a place—it’s a destination, a creative community, and a remarkable reimagining of post-industrial Chicago brought vividly to life.

Date on Market:

2026-06-08

Chicago Office, Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Introducing a beautifully restored two-story Art Deco building located at the busy corner of Milwaukee and Lawrence. This distinctive property combines classic architectural charm with modern upgrades, including updated electrical systems, individual gas-forced air heating and air conditioning, ceiling fans, and gleaming hardwood floors. Soaring 15-foot ceilings and newly installed large display windows create a bright and open atmosphere throughout. Each unit includes a partial basement, offering additional space for storage or flexible use. The building is home to a dynamic mix of professional and creative tenants, including a law office, cleaning service, vocal coach, theater group headquarters, and a florist. A locally based, responsive property management company oversees the building and is attentive to tenant needs. Situated near the Kennedy and Edens expressway interchange, this property offers excellent transportation access. It is just steps from the Jefferson Park Transit Center, which provides convenient train and bus connections. Multiple bus lines stop directly in front of the building, and parking is made easy with nearby, low-cost metered street options. The area is also home to a newly developed townhome complex and the Ed Paschke Art Center, which has a proposed expansion in the works, contributing to a vibrant and growing community. This is an exceptional opportunity for tenants seeking a well-maintained, high-visibility location in a thriving neighborhood.

Date on Market:

2025-11-10

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Date on Market:

2026-06-15

Niles Office/Retail for Lease - Near North

Shops of Niles is a well-positioned retail and office center located at 7327–7335 N Harlem Avenue in Niles, Illinois. The property sits on 1.17 acres and includes an 18,000 SF building designed to accommodate a mix of retail and office users. Featuring B-2 zoning, it supports diverse commercial operations and benefits from exceptional visibility along a major corridor with a traffic count of approximately 23,000 vehicles per day. The center provides ample surface parking and is surrounded by strong residential communities, delivering a built-in customer base. Close proximity to O’Hare International Airport and accessible connections to Park Ridge, Skokie, and Morton Grove make this a valuable location for businesses seeking convenience and exposure in the Chicago metro area.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2026-06-12

River Grove Office for Lease - Oak Park Area

Approx. 1,000 SF first-floor office/retail/service suite available on Grand Avenue in River Grove. Full build-out includes lobby/reception area, private office, conference/meeting room, large open workspace, kitchenette/sink area, and private restroom. Central heat and air conditioning. Two dedicated rear parking spaces included. Modified gross lease; CAM $0; tenant pays gas and electric. Front window and building signage available. Tenant to verify intended use and occupancy with the Village of River Grove.

Date on Market:

2026-06-10

Chicago Retail for Lease - Lincoln Park

Positioned in the highly sought-after Lake View neighborhood, this property complex on North Broadway offers an exceptional location surrounded by some of Chicago’s most vibrant retail, dining, and lifestyle amenities. Residents and businesses benefit from excellent walkability, quick access to public transit, and proximity to the lakefront. Broadway is a key commercial artery in Lake View, offering steady pedestrian traffic from both local residents and visitors exploring the neighborhood’s boutique shops, popular cafés, and cultural attractions. The property is ideally placed to serve the dynamic mix of Chicago professionals, renters, and families seeking both convenience and connectivity. With multiple CTA bus routes running along Broadway and Red, Brown, and Purple Line CTA stations just minutes away, transportation throughout the city is seamless. The Lakefront Trail, Montrose Beach, and Belmont Harbor bring recreational opportunities right to the doorstep, while Downtown Chicago is only a short commute away. This location is perfect for ground-floor retail users looking to capitalize on high visibility and established neighborhood demand, or for residential tenants prioritizing a walkable urban setting complemented by abundant amenities.

Date on Market:

2026-06-08

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

CRER is excited to present 1,231 Sq. Ft. of retail space with 35 feet of prime frontage on Division Street, one of Chicago’s most vibrant retail destinations. Situated in the heart of Wicker Park, this high-visibility space is surrounded by a dynamic mix of boutiques, globally recognized brands, culinary hot spots, vibrant nightlife, indie shops, and upscale fashion brands, making it a magnet for locals and visitors alike. As one of the city’s most iconic retail corridors, the area offers year-round exposure and consistent foot traffic from morning to late night. Don’t miss this unparalleled opportunity to position your business in one of Chicago’s trendiest and most sought-after locations

Date on Market:

2026-06-05

Chicago Office for Lease - Northwest City

Located along the highly sought-after Montrose Avenue corridor in Chicago's thriving Ravenswood neighborhood, 1434 W. Montrose Avenue offers an exceptional opportunity for retailers, restaurants, cafés, service providers, and boutique operators seeking a vibrant North Side location. The property benefits from strong visibility on a well-traveled neighborhood artery connecting Ravenswood, Lincoln Square, and Uptown. Surrounded by a dense population of residents, professionals, and families, the area enjoys consistent pedestrian activity and a loyal local customer base that actively supports neighborhood businesses. The location offers outstanding accessibility, with nearby CTA bus service and convenient access to the Ravenswood Metra station and CTA Brown Line, providing direct connections to downtown Chicago and surrounding neighborhoods. Ample neighborhood parking and bike-friendly streets further enhance customer convenience. With its prominent street presence, strong demographics, and position within one of Chicago's most stable and growing commercial districts, 1434 W. Montrose Avenue presents a rare opportunity for businesses seeking a highly visible location in a walkable, amenity-rich urban neighborhood.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2024-12-30

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

4400 N. Clark Street is situated in the southwest section of Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood, just north of Wrigleyville. The location is at the confluence of the Uptown, Andersonville, Lakeview, and Ravenswood neighborhoods. The Montrose CTA Brown Line ‘L’ Station is conveniently located ½ mile away, just an 11-minute walk or 3 minutes by bike. Less than a mile south, Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, and the surrounding entertainment district host a variety of sporting events, live music, festivals, and more, providing abundant year-round entertainment and nightlife options for both locals and tourists.

Date on Market:

2024-09-13

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

Located in Chicago’s historic Motor Row District, 68 E. 21st Street is a distinctive mixed-use building that blends classic architectural character with modern functionality. Originally developed during the neighborhood’s automotive showroom era, the property features attractive brick-and-timber construction, large storefront windows, and flexible commercial spaces suitable for a variety of retail, office, hospitality, and service-oriented users. Positioned in the heart of the South Loop, the building offers exceptional access to McCormick Place, downtown Chicago, major transportation corridors, and a growing mix of residential, dining, and entertainment destinations.

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

2026-06-03

Chicago Office/Retail for Lease - Northwest City

6944 West Belmont Avenue is a single-story retail building located in the Dunning neighborhood of Chicago. Built in 1957, the property offers a storefront along a busy commercial corridor. It is situated within a dense residential area and is accessible to public transportation and nearby arterial roads.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2026-06-02

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Date on Market:

2026-06-02

Chicago Retail for Lease - North Branch/Goose Island

Discover an exceptional leasing opportunity at 1135 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL. This prime commercial property offers a versatile space designed to accommodate a range of business needs. With its modern design, high ceilings, and ample natural light, this property provides a welcoming and professional environment for your operations. Convenient amenities and a strategic location make it ideal for retail, office, or creative use. Embrace the potential of this well-positioned space to elevate your business and create a lasting impression. Don't miss the chance to make this impressive property the new home for your enterprise.

Date on Market:

2026-06-02

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

Approx. 1,500 SF retail storefront available in a busy business corridor with strong foot traffic in the Chatham area of Chicago, not far from the future Obama Presidential Library development. The space has been white boxed and features brand new facade, a new HVAC system, new electrical panel, and new plumbing, providing a great foundation for a variety of retail or service-based businesses. Tenant is responsible for electricity, gas, and WiFi. Minimum lease term is 4 years. Proposed business use must receive Aldermanic approval prior to lease execution. Ideal opportunity for an operator looking to establish a presence in a growing South Side commercial corridor. Please send Letter of Intent (LOI) inquiries to: leasing agent

Date on Market:

2026-05-26

Summit Argo Office/Retail for Lease - Near South Cook

Commercial space for lease This space is on a busy road Archer Ave convenient for multiple businesses to use this location. There is parking in the back of the building access through the Alley and the owner working on making more parking spaces using the vacant land right next to it.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2026-05-21

Chicago Retail for Lease - Lincoln Park

- Located in  a vibrant neighborhood in Chicago known for its lively atmosphere that includes many restaurants, and entertainment options - Includes basement with restrooms and storage - Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, is 0.2 miles away or a 4-minute walk, producing heavy foot traffic during baseball season - Busy surrounding area includes many restaurants and bars including Pilot Project Brewing, The Rabbit Hole Wrigley, Philly Cheez, Zam-Zam Middle Eastern Grill and Hacienda D'Suarez - Walk score of 97 - highly walkable - Excellent public transportation options include 3 minute walk from the Red Line Train station, steps from #22 Clark and 0.1 miles from #152 Addison bus lines, 0.4 miles from the Purple and Brown Line Train stations

Date on Market:

2026-05-28

Chicago Office/Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Positioned near prominent destinations such as the University of Illinois Chicago, the Illinois Medical District, the United Center, and the Mexican Consulate, the location is advantageous for businesses seeking connectivity and exposure. Nearby cultural districts including Greektown and Little Italy enhance the area’s appeal, delivering diverse dining and entertainment opportunities. Public transportation and the Eisenhower Expressway are easily accessible, making commuting convenient for employees and clients.

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

2026-05-14

Chicago Retail for Lease - West Loop

Date on Market:

2026-05-13

Chicago Retail for Lease - Fulton Market/Near West Side

Positioned in the heart of Chicago’s premier dining and nightlife corridor this 3000 square foot, fully built-out corner restaurant opportunity at 1023 W. Lake Street offers a rare turnkey presence in an iconic 1896 vintage Tied House building less than one block from the highly trafficked Morgan CTA Green/Pink Line station. This space benefits from exceptional pedestrian visibility, strong daytime office traffic, and immediate proximity to many of the neighborhood’s most prominent restaurants, hotels, tech tenants, and entertainment venues. Formerly occupied by Riccardo Osteria, the space features an architecturally distinctive buildout blending historic Fulton Market character with modern hospitality design. The dramatic corner frontage is anchored by restored cast iron detailing, oversized glass storefront along Lake Street, and expansive operable nano-style folding glass doors along Carpenter that create an indoor/outdoor dining experience. The façade is enhanced with decorative lighting, custom planters, and a highly visible blade sign presence along Lake Street. Inside, the restaurant offers 14’ ceilings, exposed brick walls, hardwood flooring, custom millwork, acoustic ceiling treatments, designer lighting, and ample natural light with its hard corner location. The layout accommodates a variety of restaurant concepts ranging from upscale casual, to three meal-a-day concepts, as well as chef-driven dining to cocktail-focused hospitality users. The existing improvements include: • Fully built-out bar and dining room • Large operable storefront systems opening to the street along Carpenter • Commercial kitchen with black iron hood infrastructure and cooking line • Existing bar equipment and back bar millwork • ADA restrooms • Rear back of house kitchen, as well as lower-level prep kitchen and walk-in cooler. • Lower-level storage/support space with direct interior access • Strong corner identity and branding opportunities • Excellent visibility from both vehicular, CTA, and pedestrian traffic The location offers immediate access to the Morgan CTA station, one of the busiest transit stops serving Fulton Market and the West Loop, with approximately 3,500 average weekday riders. Surrounded by dense residential development, boutique hotels, corporate office users, and nationally recognized dining concepts, the property sits within one of Chicago’s most active hospitality trade areas. This is a rare opportunity to lease a highly improved, second-generation restaurant space with significant existing infrastructure in a premier Fulton Market location.

Date on Market:

2026-05-13

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Date on Market:

2026-05-11

Chicago Office/Retail for Lease - South Chicago

mixed use building with three office / retail spaces (ground floor) and three apartments (2nd floor)

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2026-05-09

Chicago Office/Retail for Lease - Northwest City

This storefront offers excellent visibility along Irving Park Road with convenient access to I-90. Positioned on a busy shopping corridor directly opposite McDonald’s, the location benefits from heavy pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The space includes two dedicated parking spaces, separate utilities, and installed HVAC for tenant comfort. Surrounded by restaurants, medical services, and public transit, this property provides strong connectivity and consistent customer flow.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2026-05-05

Chicago Office for Lease - Northwest City

Turn-Key Medical / Office Space | Elevator Building with Parking | Prime Ashland Corridor Position your business in one of Chicago’s most active and visible corridors at 2400 N Ashland Avenue. This second-floor medical office suite offers 2,268 SF of fully built-out, move-in-ready space ideal for medical, wellness, or professional office users seeking a clean, efficient layout without the cost and time of buildout. The space is in excellent condition and features a functional layout with private offices, treatment rooms, and reception area—designed to support a seamless transition for a new tenant. Located in a well-maintained elevator building, the suite provides convenient access for patients and clients, a key advantage for medical and service-oriented uses. The property also offers on-site parking, a rare amenity in this submarket, along with strong visibility along Ashland Avenue and close proximity to Fullerton, public transit, and surrounding retail and residential density. With a competitive leasing environment in the area, this space is strategically priced to attract quality tenants while providing flexibility based on lease structure and term. Property Highlights 2,268 SF second-floor medical / office space Fully built-out and move-in ready Elevator building (ADA accessible) On-site parking available Excellent condition – minimal tenant improvements required Strong Ashland Avenue visibility Surrounded by dense residential and retail population Easy access to public transit and major thoroughfares ?? Ideal For Medical / dental / wellness users Therapy / counseling practices Professional office users Boutique healthcare or service-based businesses ?? Leasing Notes Asking rate: $35.00 PSF (NNN) Ownership open to structuring deals based on tenant profile and term Competitive positioning to ensure strong tenant activity

Date on Market:

2026-05-04

Chicago Retail for Lease - North Branch/Goose Island

Strategically positioned to capture foot traffic and maximize exposure, this retail condo also benefits from convenient access to surrounding businesses and strong consumer demographics.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2026-05-04