500 Storefront Properties for Lease in Illinois, USA

Forest Park Retail for Lease - Cicero/Berwyn Area

Date on Market:

2026-01-07

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Available May 1st or sooner. Located in the heart of Chicago’s vibrant Uptown / Edgewater corridor, a dynamic, transit-rich neighborhood known for its diverse dining scene, strong residential density, and steady foot traffic. This 3,000 square foot office or retail space offers excellent visibility and flexibility for a wide range of uses, including professional services, medical, creative office, boutique retail, or neighborhood-serving concepts. Any salon/beauty services will require a special-use permit from the City of Chicago. The space features an efficient open layout with the ability to customize build-out, generous ceiling heights, and strong street presence. Located steps from CTA Red Line stations and multiple bus routes, the property provides easy access for employees and customers alike. Surrounded by established local businesses, national retailers, and dense multifamily housing, this location benefits from consistent daily traffic and a built-in customer base. Uptown and Edgewater continue to see long-term public and private investment, including streetscape improvements and mixed-use developments, making this an ideal opportunity for tenants seeking visibility, accessibility, and growth potential in a thriving North Side market. Contacts: Tuyen Nguyen: TuyenN@crer.com Christian Arai: Christian.Arai@crer.com www.crer.com

Date on Market:

2026-01-06

Chicago Retail for Lease - Fulton Market/Near West Side

1400 Sq. Ft. retail store front in hot River West Neighborhood with easy highway access and centrally located to the loop, west loop and west town neighborhoods. strong retail corridor with many long-standing businesses like Coalfire, D'Amatos Bakery, Bari Foods and a host of new ones including Deigo, Mr. Tiger, Tempesta Market and many more. Space has strong frontage with view of Ogden and Grand intersection, bathroom, backroom that can expand the space or work as storage and office. Space also includes large 600 +/- sq. ft. garage for multiple cars and additional storage and has its own bathroom, water tank and washer dryer. Space perfect for all retail, office and gallery uses but open to food based uses also.

Date on Market:

2026-01-06

Wilmette Office/Retail for Lease - Near North

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-02-27

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

7920 S Western Ave is located within a neighborhood retail center positioned along the highly traveled Western Avenue corridor in Chicago’s Auburn Gresham area. The center serves a dense surrounding residential population and benefits from steady vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout the day. Nearby retailers, service businesses, and community amenities help drive consistent customer activity, while convenient access to public transportation and major thoroughfares enhances overall accessibility for both customers and employees. The property’s visibility along Western Avenue makes it well suited for neighborhood-serving retail, office, or service users seeking a strong local presence.

Date on Market:

2025-12-28

Tinley Park Retail for Lease - South Route 45

Prime Food & Beverage Opportunity | 16703 S Harlem Ave UNIT E Position your concept at a highly visible, high-traffic location on South Harlem Avenue—one of the area’s strongest commercial corridors. 16703 S Harlem Ave offers an exceptional opportunity for food-based tenants seeking daily traffic, strong demographics, and easy accessibility. This site benefits from excellent frontage and signage visibility, making it ideal for quick-service restaurants, fast-casual dining, cafés, bakeries, dessert concepts, or specialty food users. The surrounding trade area features a dense mix of residential neighborhoods, national retailers, and local businesses that drive consistent daytime and evening demand. Convenient ingress/egress and parking support efficient customer flow for dine-in, takeout, and delivery-focused concepts. The property’s flexible layout allows tenants to tailor the space to their operational needs, whether for a grab-and-go model or a neighborhood dining destination. Highlights: Strong South Harlem Ave traffic counts Excellent street visibility & branding opportunity Dense residential and retail trade area Ideal for fast-casual, bakery, or dessert concepts Easy access for customers and delivery services Bring your food concept to a proven corridor and capture consistent customer traffic at 16703 S Harlem Ave. Reach out for a personal tour of this profesionaly managed building.

Date on Market:

2025-12-26

Chicago Multiple Space Uses for Lease - South Chicago

Date on Market:

2024-12-29

McHenry Retail for Lease - Far Northwest

Make this newly purchased building, poised for revitalization, the next home for your business in the heart of Downtown McHenry! Located at 1249 N. Green Street, this historic property offers a prime opportunity for a retail concept, restaurant, boutique, office, or creative space looking to stand out in a vibrant and growing downtown corridor. The ownership is committed to bringing new life back to this iconic building, with plans already in place to renovate and modernize the exterior façade while preserving its historic charm. A brand new roof was installed in November 2025, providing long-term value and peace of mind for future tenants. With strong visibility, walkable surroundings, and close proximity to local shops, dining, and community events, this property is perfectly positioned to attract both local residents and visitors. Whether you are launching a new concept or expanding an existing business, this space offers the character, location, and upcoming improvements to help your vision thrive. Be part of the next chapter of Downtown McHenry and secure your place in a revitalized, high-potential location.

Date on Market:

2025-12-17

Elmhurst Retail for Lease - Eastern East/West Corr

Date on Market:

2025-12-16

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

SVN Chicago Commercial is pleased to offer 3540-42 S. Halsted for LEASE. Located in the heart of Bridgeport on Halsted near 35th Street, the subject building is an approximately 5,200 SF single-story masonry building with 2,600 SF rear lot used for parking or expansion. It is column-free, has 18' ceilings, 14' roll-up doors in the front and rear, floor drains, and will be delivered with a new concrete slab, bathroom(s), and shop lighting. The property is zoned B1-1 and is ideal for many commercial uses. It is less than a mile from Guaranteed Rate Field and steps from Donovan Park, its proposed fieldhouse, and the Ramova Theater (1,800 person capacity) which was recently remodeled. Its proximity to Interstate 90/94 provides easy access to downtown and the surrounding region. Please call the listing advisor for additional details.

Date on Market:

2025-12-15

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

Discover an exceptional leasing opportunity at 3212–3222 W Cermak Road in Chicago’s South Lawndale neighborhood. This newly renovated property offers a modern and highly visible storefront ideal for retail, office, or restaurant users. With a prime location along the Cermak Road corridor and near Kedzie Avenue, the property benefits from strong foot and vehicular traffic in a densely populated area. The site is minutes from Interstate 55, providing excellent regional connectivity. The property features a contemporary design with high ceilings, spacious interiors, and flexible floor plans that can accommodate a variety of business needs. Retail spaces range from 878 SF to 1,675 SF, with up to 6,411 SF of continuous space available. Ample on-site parking ensures convenience for customers and employees alike. This location is part of a vibrant commercial district that includes the Little Village area, one of Chicago’s most significant economic engines, and is surrounded by national retailers, banks, and restaurants. With strong demographics—over 1 million residents within a 5-mile radius and average household incomes approaching $96,000—this property offers an outstanding opportunity to establish or expand your business in a thriving urban corridor.

Date on Market:

2026-03-30

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

Date on Market:

2025-12-12

Elmhurst Office/Retail for Lease - Eastern East/West Corr

381 N. York Plaza offers a variety of private individual rental Suites with immediate visibility and exposure on Elmhurst's premiere York Street just steps from downtown Elmhurst. 1st Floor and 2nd Floor suites available. Able to accommodate a variety of users including retail/office/medical/spa/flex etc with ample parking available. We look forward to the opportunity to accommodate your business.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2026-02-11

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2025-12-09

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

Freestanding building for lease at 2001–2003 W 79th St. About 3,190 SF with on-site parking and strong visibility on a busy corridor. Rent is $6,000 per month modified gross (taxes included), which comes to $22.57 per SF.

Date on Market:

2025-12-08

Chicago Office/Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Available for lease is a 1,000 SF square foot, retail/office storefront in Chicago, IL. This space would be perfect for a spa, cafe, office or medical use. This space part of a newly constructed five-unit apartment building. Easy access to two CTA Blue Line stops, several CTA bus routes and the Kennedy Expressway. Amazing area with numerous restaurants, grocery stores, shops, bars, entertainment venues and more. Avondale is one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Chicago for residents and businesses alike. This space is close to a large number of single-family homes, condos and apartments, generating a significant amount of pedestrian traffic.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2025-12-05

Chicago Office/Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-12-05

Hoffman Estates Retail for Lease - Schaumburg Area

Property located at Higgins Road to Glen Lake Road, North to Shopping Center.

Date on Market:

2025-12-04

Burr Ridge Office for Lease - Eastern East/West Corr

760 Village Center Drive offers a prime office opportunity in the heart of Downtown Burr Ridge. This 3,715 SF space is located within a vibrant mixed-use development featuring upscale dining, retail, and amenities. The property provides modern office finishes, convenient access to major highways (I-55 and I-294), and ample parking for tenants and visitors. Ideal for businesses seeking a prestigious location in a dynamic suburban setting.

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-12-04

Crestwood Retail for Lease - Near South Cook

Remarks: This 2,350 sq. ft. commercial retail space offers a prime location on busy Cicero Avenue with 40,000+ VPD, the busiest stretch in the SW suburbs. Large glass storefront expose your business to everyone passing by! Ample customizable space, and flexibility, making it an excellent opportunity for businesses seeking to thrive in a dynamic and growing market. Adjacent street facing tenants are Athletico, T-Mobile, a barbershop as well as multiple car and truck repair facilities in rear of building on this large 3 acre parcel. There is ample, fully accessible parking for all of your customers. Don't miss the chance to make this highly visible and accessible property your own! Earnest money via certified funds payable to Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate Group.

Date on Market:

2026-03-10

Greenville Office/Retail for Lease - Bond County

Space available in the nostalgic Downtown Square, a few blocks away from Greenville University. The first floor is a wide-open canvas ready to become a gallery, bakery, boutique, co-working hub, or event venue, possibilities are limitless With reception, office, break room, storage, & 2 ADA bathrooms, the infrastructure is already in place to support your ideas. The property has been updated with modern HVAC, plumbing, electrical, & oversized display windows—designed to highlight your business—while preserving character with tin ceilings & exposed local brick. Frontage signage space will be available for tenant

Property Type:

Retail

Date on Market:

2025-11-30

Hoffman Estates Retail for Lease - Schaumburg Area

Date on Market:

2025-08-14

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Discover a bright and beautifully finished retail space in the heart of Chicago’s coveted Southport Corridor. Perfectly positioned directly across from Blaine Elementary School, this versatile space offers outstanding visibility, steady foot traffic, and an inviting storefront surrounded by one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods. The 1,438 SF first level is filled with natural sunlight, creating a warm and welcoming environment for customers or clients. The 1,940 SF lower level features 10-foot ceilings, a full wall of mirrors, a kitchenette, and two bathrooms — ideal for operations that require functional, flexible space. Additional amenities include two interior staircases, an elevator, and a hard-wired fire alarm system for safety and convenience.

Date on Market:

2025-11-25

Broadview Retail for Lease - Cicero/Berwyn Area

4400 SF second generation bar/restaurant, located on Roosevelt, just West of 17th Street in Broadview. Surrounded by dense residential buildings, heavy traffic and ideal for a new restaurant tenant that wants live music. Front space features six gaming machines, a long front bar, multiple dining spaces with another smaller bar, large dance floor, stage and two bathrooms with multiple stalls in each. Financials for the gaming is available upon request. Existing kitchen includes an 8ft hood with black iron, ansil system, grease trap, hand sink, and three compartment sink. Built in audio; unfinished basement; security system throughout; large parking lot in the rear; Licenses include Incidental Liquor, Retail Food and PPA Licenses; 2.5 Miles to the Forest Park Blue Line Train Station, plus easy access to I-290, Lake Shore Drive, and multiple bus stops. Area tenants include: Broadview Animal Hospital, United States Postal Service, Dunkin Donuts, Broadview Hardware, multiple restaurants and much more!

Date on Market:

2025-11-24