453 Storefront Properties for Lease in Cook County, USA

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

SVN Chicago Commercial is pleased to offer 2859 W. Cermak Rd. FOR LEASE. The subject property is a 1,400 square foot turnkey restaurant space located in Chicago’s vibrant Little Village neighborhood. Positioned along busy Cermak Road, the site benefits from excellent visibility, strong pedestrian activity, and over 28,000 vehicles per day. The property also offers the potential for 1–2 parking spaces or a patio in the rear, providing valuable flexibility for future operators. SVN Chicago Commercial is pleased to offer 2859 W. Cermak Rd. FOR LEASE. The subject property is a 1,400 square foot turnkey restaurant space located in Chicago’s vibrant Little Village neighborhood. Positioned along busy Cermak Road, the site benefits from excellent visibility, strong pedestrian activity, and over 28,000 vehicles per day. The property also offers the potential for 1–2 parking spaces or a patio in the rear, providing valuable flexibility for future operators. Existing kitchen equipment also available, terms negotiable.

Date on Market:

2025-10-21

Chicago Industrial for Lease - South Chicago

Opportunity for 4,000 to 23,000 SF of warehouse and/or production space. Owner is willing to negotiate rate and term. Divisible. Building is also for sale for $1,600,000.

Date on Market:

2025-10-20

North Riverside Retail for Lease - Cicero/Berwyn Area

Leased rate does not include utilities, property taxes or building services

Date on Market:

2026-01-14

Chicago Retail for Lease - River North

Multi-Level restaurant/Bar space for lease. 10,992 sq ft of total space over 3 floors plus lower level. Zoned DX-7. Fully Sprinklered building and new elevator being installed. approx. 3664 sq ft per floor. Main floor has full bar, kitchen with black iron and prep and dining room as well as 2 multi-stall bathrooms. Lower level has small bar, storage, office, bathroom as well as utility rooms. 2nd floor has another bar, dining area and bathrooms as well as a second kitchen with black iron. Dish hoods in both kitchens. 50 feet of frontage for outdoor patio, second floor garage doors to open front wall, and rear parking for owners or employees. Allowing this to be a great floor for private dining, events etc. 3rd floor currently set as storage and office but could be made into dining or event space. 800-amp 3 phase electric. New HVAC. Tons of potential in this space that housed Cafe Iberico for over 30 years. Amazing location in the heart of River North with endless vehicular traffic and neighborhood density. Close to train and highway with bus stops just outside the space.

Date on Market:

2025-10-17

Skokie Office/Retail for Lease - Near North

Property Type:

Office

Date on Market:

2025-10-15

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

This brewery and taproom features several rarely concurrently held licenses for multiple revenue streams. The unique open span bow truss building is very versatile. Reconfigure the open layout to feature and expand upon the many uses. In addition to the taproom, the private patio offers a sizable occupancy to accommodate live entertainment, private parties and of course, the brews.

Date on Market:

2025-10-14

Chicago Retail for Lease - Lincoln Park

Date on Market:

2025-10-10

Chicago Retail for Lease - Lincoln Park

– Recent modern interior renovation, new roof and trusses, newer HVAC System – Building is located on the high-visibility Belmont Avenue between the Southport Corridor and the six-way intersection of Lincoln/Belmont/Ashland in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood – One block from Whole Foods, two blocks from Southport Corridor – Public transportation options are nearby, just steps away from the #77 Belmont bus line and 0.2 miles from #9 Ashland, 0.5 miles from #76 Diversey and #152 Addison bus stops, 0.3 miles from the Brown Line and 0.6 miles from the Red Line and Purple Line trains – High-visibility location with a Walk Score of 97 and traffic count of 17,700 vehicles per day on Belmont Avenue – Property is zoned B3-2 and ideal for any office or service retail uses

Date on Market:

2025-10-09

Chicago Retail for Lease - Lincoln Park

Building is located on the high-visibility Belmont Avenue between the Southport Corridor and the six-way intersection of Lincoln/Belmont/Ashland in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. High-visibility location with a Walk Score of 97 and traffic count of 17,700 vehicles per day on Belmont Avenue. Conveniently located one block east of Whole Foods and many restaurant options. Property is zoned B3-2 and ideal for any office or service retail uses

Date on Market:

2025-10-08

Chicago Office/Medical for Lease - Northwest City

Situated on the vibrant and highly trafficked N Western Avenue, 4857 N Western Ave offers a well-maintained mixed-use commercial property in one of Chicago’s most desirable neighborhoods. This property features a ground-floor commercial unit (±1,250 SF) with excellent street visibility and potential for various business types, along with upper-level residential or office components, depending on the building configuration. The property is surrounded by thriving retail, local restaurants, and public transit, making it a prime location for both tenants and investors. Just steps from the CTA Brown Line Western Station, the building benefits from strong foot traffic, a dense residential base, and the charm of Lincoln Square’s historic district. This is a gross lease!

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-10-03

Chicago Office for Lease - South Chicago

Discover an exceptional office opportunity in the heart of Hyde Park’s thriving downtown district, situated directly above the new Garrett Popcorn, tenants and clients will be greeted with the inviting aroma of its world-famous caramel corn while enjoying the energy of one of Chicago’s most dynamic corridors. The building is surrounded by a unique mix of restaurants, retail, cultural attractions, and essential services, making it an ideal location for small businesses, professional services, and entrepreneurs. The South East Chicago Commission (SECC) a non-profit, headquartered in this same corridor, continues to support and facilitate economic development across Hyde Park, Kenwood, Oakland, Washington Park, and Woodlawn, ensuring a strong and growing business community. Local favorites are right outside your door: Chant Restaurant – Asian-inspired global cuisine with live music every Saturday featuring Blended Soul for an unforgettable night out. Pizza Capri – A family-owned Italian staple serving the community for over 25 years. The UPS Store – Conveniently located downstairs for printing, shipping, shredding, or mailbox needs. With its unbeatable location, professional amenities, and proximity to the University of Chicago and the Museum of Science and Industry, this office space offers both prestige and convenience for your business.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-10-02

Chicago Retail for Lease - Lincoln Park

Great foot traffic, terrific block in the heart of Lincoln Park. Has an additional 80 sq/ft storage unit at the rear. Cooking hood installed. Second generation restaurant 3D walkthrough :https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=PZf1QnaKSQD

Date on Market:

2025-10-07

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

Exceptional opportunity to lease a 1,400 SF retail storefront in Chicago's desirable Mount Greenwood neighborhood. Highly visible location directly across from a Jewel-Osco anchored neighborhood center, ensuring strong traffic and excellent exposure on busy 115th Street and Kedzie Avenue. 1,400 SF retail storefront with flexible open floor plan. Convenient On-site parking for customers and staff with 23 parking stalls. Ideal for retail, service, or medical/office use. Current use: pickup cleaners location (no plant on premises). Surrounded by national and local retailers, schools, and dense residential community. Perfect for businesses seeking a high-traffic, convenient neighborhood setting with strong co-tenancy and visibility.

Date on Market:

2025-09-30

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

This adaptable ±2,500 SF retail space offers an open showroom with a welcoming reception area and two spacious private rooms at the rear—ideal for offices, consultation rooms, or storage. Directly behind this section is an additional ±1,800 SF of open space with 11.5’ ceilings, providing excellent flexibility for a variety of uses. At the back, a 440 SF area with a 9.5’ overhead door allows for convenient loading and can be seamlessly combined with the 1,800 SF space for expanded functionality. A gated side parking lot accommodates 8–10 vehicles, making this property an attractive option for retail, showroom, studio, or light industrial users seeking a highly functional and versatile layout.

Date on Market:

2025-09-29

Wilmette Retail for Lease - Near North

Prime retail storefront in North Shore Linden Square Neighborhood. In-line retail space offering 925 Sq Ft of finished / flexible space with tenant controlled electric service and HVAC service. Space is 15' x 60' with 12' ceilings. One dedicated parking spot available in the back parking lot and loads of street parking. Well maintained and professional managed building with high visibility located ½ a block from CTA Purple Line and numerous PACE bus lines. Great location in the heart of Linden Square near coffee shop, restaurants, and many service and professional businesses.

Date on Market:

2025-09-28

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

For Lease | ±2,000 SF Inline Retail — Neighborhood Retail Center Contact Listing Agent For Complete Lease Brochure 1215-25 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60608 (Near West Side / Medical District / Pilsen gateway) Prominent ±2,000 SF inline retail bay within a multi-tenant neighborhood retail center (6 suites) anchored by Chase Bank and co-tenanted by hospitality uses that drive consistent daily footfall. The site sits just off the signalized intersection of Roosevelt Rd & Ashland Ave, benefiting from an estimated ~44,000 vehicles/day (ADT) along this corridor. Chase Bank branch at 1225 S Ashland anchors the block; Jewel-Osco is directly across Ashland at 1220 S Ashland, and Costco (Chicago South Loop) is approximately one block south on Ashland. Space Description: - Configuration: Middle bay with double doors; ~15 ft clear ceilings in primary sales area (drop ceiling section to ~11 ft can be removed for open-ceiling concept). - Frontage: ±40 ft with floor-to-ceiling glazing; ~1,500 SF open retail floor up front. - Private Areas: Two rear rooms (±190 SF and ±225 SF) each with direct rear egress to alley and parking. - Plumbing: Two restrooms plus janitor’s closet with service (mop) sink. - Mechanical: Building HVAC with forced warm/cool air throughout. - Delivery Condition: Open shell for tenant buildout or use existing light buildout as desired.? Parking - Front customer parking (new 2024 resurfacing): ±5,000 SF paved area with 12 striped spaces. - Rear lot (tenant-priority): 13 additional spaces for ±25 total on-site parking spaces (mixture of customer and tenant-exclusive stalls).? Location & Demand Drivers - Grocery-anchored corner: Jewel-Osco (founded 1899) anchors daily needs and traffic at Ashland/Roosevelt; Huntington Bank branch operates inside Jewel. - Medical employment hub (2–4 minutes): The Illinois Medical District (IMD) spans 560 acres with four major hospitals (Rush, UI Health, Stroger, Jesse Brown VA), ~29,000 employees and ~50,000 daily visitors—a powerful daytime and evening customer base. - Higher-ed & neighborhoods: UIC main campus and Greektown are a few blocks northeast; Pilsen is one block south; each supplying steady dining/retail demand. (UIC/Greektown served from UIC-Halsted Blue Line.) Regional access: I-290/Eisenhower is only a few blocks north; rapid access to West Loop, Loop, and suburbs. - Transit: On the #9 Ashland and #12 Roosevelt bus corridors; near Blue Line (UIC-Halsted & Illinois Medical District) and Pink Line (Polk) stations. - Population momentum: The Near West Side posted ~20% population growth since 2010, reflecting strong residential density gains that support retail. ? Zoning | C1-1 Neighborhood Commercial District (City of Chicago) C1-1 is a flexible neighborhood commercial classification that allows a broad mix of retail, service, office, and auto-oriented uses. Specific uses are governed by the City’s Use Table (by-right “P” vs. special-use “S”). Prospects should confirm allowable use and required interior fit-out with the City. Highlights - Inline bay in a high-performing, Chase-anchored retail center with co-tenancy synergy. - Visibility & access just west of the signalized Roosevelt & Ashland intersection (near-corner siting). - Retail-ready proportions: ~40' storefront, ~15' clear (with removable drop), balanced back-of-house. - Parking advantage: 25 on-site stalls (front customer lot resurfaced 2024) + dedicated rear tenant parking. - All the right neighbors: Jewel-Osco, Huntington (in-store), Costco, UIC, Greektown, Pilsen, and the IMD (Illinois Medical District). - Transit-rich & expressway-close: Steps to #9/#12 buses; near Blue & Pink Lines; blocks from I-290.

Date on Market:

2025-09-26

Alsip Retail for Lease - Near South Cook

Property Description: Our shopping center in Alsip, IL, is conveniently located near the intersection of S. Pulaski Road and 122nd Street. Our shopping center is supported by a strong community and high traffic counts, making it an ideal location for businesses to grow and expand their customer base. Turnkey restaurant and hair salon coming soon. Join our community and grow your business with us. Location Description: Our commercial real estate property is located near popular retailers, including Food4Less, Walgreens, AutoZone, Family Dollar, Chase Bank, Jewel-Osco, Burger King, and Aldi, with a high trac count of 55,800 ADT. Our location offers excellent visibility and exposure for businesses looking to attract new customers. Supported by a strong community, ample parking, and easy accessibility, it's the ideal place to grow your business. Minutes to Downtown Chicago.

Date on Market:

2025-02-02

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Price Reduced!!! 900-1,920 SF of ground-floor retail/commercial space available for lease in Chicago's Buena Park neighborhood. Two units measuring ±1,020 & 900 SF can be combined. The spaces sit on the ground floor of a 59-unit condo building fronting Sheridan Road and have great immediate area density, foot traffic, and street exposure. Offered for lease at $16/SF NNN. The entire ground floor commercial property of 4,320 SF is available for sale at $795,000 or as individual units with pricing of $190,000, $170,000, $170,000, and $280,000.

Date on Market:

2025-09-17

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2025-09-16

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

907 N Damen offers a prime commercial space in the heart of West Town/Ukrainian Village with unbeatable visibility and accessibility. The unit was previously used by a food delivery service and remains perfectly configured for catering operations, commissary kitchen use, or a ghost kitchen concept. Existing Kitchen Setup: Infrastructure well-suited for food preparation and catering. Rear Parking: Includes 2 dedicated parking spaces — rare in this corridor and ideal for delivery vehicles or staff. Flexible Layout: Open floor plan can adapt to additional retail, office, or service use. Strong Location: Steps from residential density, popular restaurants, and neighborhood amenities. This is a turnkey opportunity for catering companies or food service operators looking to plug into one of Chicago’s most active commercial corridors.

Date on Market:

2025-09-15

Lansing Office/Retail for Lease - Near South Cook

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-09-13

Chicago Retail, Industrial for Lease - Northwest City

Prime Rogers Park Commercial Space with Garage + Storage – Zoned C1-2 Incredible opportunity to lease a high-visibility storefront on N Clark Street, one of Chicago’s most desirable and rapidly growing retail corridors. Property Highlights Zoning: C1-2 – allows for a wide variety of business types including retail, liquor, office, auto-related, warehouse, and more. Storefront: Approx. 3,200 SF on the 1st floor (rental rate applies to retail space only). Basement: Over 3,200 SF with 7.5+ ft ceilings – ideal for storage or operations (lease rate TBD). Garage & Storage: Overhead garage: ~240 SF Additional storage: ~220 SF Rear alley access – accommodates up to 2 trucks Garage door: 17.6’ W x 10’ H Garage ceiling height: 15.9’ (Lease rate TBD) Interior Features Energy-efficient lighting Newer rooftop HVAC Versatile open floor plan – customizable for any business Location Advantages Surrounded by popular restaurants and retailers: across from Honey Bear Diner & Jet’s Pizza, next to Rocky’s Tacos & Burrito House Heavy foot & vehicle traffic Walking distance to Metra, shopping, Lake Michigan, and parks Only 5 minutes to Downtown Evanston This property offers unmatched visibility and flexibility—ideal for a retailer, office, or specialty business looking to establish a presence in a vibrant, high-demand neighborhood. Schedule a showing today and bring your business to the next level!

Date on Market:

2025-09-04

Chicago Flex for Lease - Northwest City

Prime Commercial Space in the Heart of Irving Park - 4019-21 N Elston Ave. Unlock the potential of your business at this highly visible, high-traffic location at the bustling intersection of Irving Park Road and Elston Avenue. Situated in the vibrant Irving Park neighborhood, this versatile commercial property offers excellent exposure and convenience. The space features a flexible layout ideal for office or retail use, seamlessly connected to a spacious warehouse with soaring ceiling height, two large overhead loading garage, and ample storage. Zoned C2-2, the property supports a wide range of commercial uses, giving you the freedom to grow your business as you see fit. Additional highlights include a rear parking lot that comfortably accommodates 6-8 vehicles-perfect for staff, clients, or deliveries. Whether you're expanding, relocating, or launching a new venture, this location checks all the boxes for visibility, functionality, and accessibility. Close proximity and easy access to I90/94 Expressway.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-09-03

Evanston Retail for Lease - Near North

Position your business in the heart of Evanston, located at 1942 Maple Avenue. A versatile retail space ideal for a variety of uses. This highly visible standalone location offers 1700 SF with an additional 1,400 SF of basement storage or operational space. Previously home to a neighborhood grocery store, the space is well-suited for grocery, convenience retail, specialty food, or service-oriented businesses. Take advantage of a steady flow of foot and vehicle traffic, proximity to public transit (steps from the Foster Street purple line stop), and a vibrant surrounding neighborhood. This for-lease location offers all the key components that set up your business for success. Highlights: Prime Evanston location near downtown, wide storefront windows, Extra-large basement, Excellent visibility and signage. Exciting Opportunity to Rent half a city Block. B1 Zoning accommodates a variety of uses.

Date on Market:

2025-08-18