500 Storefront Properties for Lease in Illinois, USA

Rochelle Retail for Lease - I-39 Corridor/Ogle County

Welcome to Rochelle Commons Shopping Center, a well-positioned retail center located directly across the street from Walmart, offering unbeatable visibility and consistent traffic from one of Rochelle’s busiest retail corridors. The center features a strong mix of national and regional tenants including Dollar General and O’Reilly Auto Parts, attracting steady daily traffic and creating an ideal environment for retail, service, and restaurant users. With ample parking, excellent access, and strong co-tenancy, Rochelle Commons is the perfect destination for local and national businesses looking to expand in the Rochelle market. Ownership is very tenant friendly and currently offering aggressive leasing incentives including free rent and build-out assistance for qualified tenants.

Date on Market:

2025-10-05

Chicago Retail for Lease - West Loop

321 S Jefferson presents a turnkey opportunity for a seasoned operator or visionary concept to take over a fully built-out former restaurant and commisary space in the heart of Chicago’s West Loop. The property has undergone significant upgrades, including a 2018 full renovation and a newer roof. This 3,700 SF ground-floor commercial space was previously home to Baci Amore—an Italian concept that operated just prior to COVID. The space includes a functional 2,400 SF finished basement with a walk-in cooler, office, and prep kitchen—offered rent-free. A rear garage with loading access and a shared dock connects via 319 S Jefferson, creating flexibility for logistics, catering operations, or commissary support.

Date on Market:

2025-07-21

Chicago Retail for Lease - Lincoln Park

This exciting new mixed-use development is currently under construction, with two additional floors being added above the existing building. Anticipated completion is Summer 2026. The corner retail space is 1,900 SF, available for any type of use. Landlord will deliver a vanilla box and also restaurant infrastructure to include the black iron chase. Ourdoor seating is possible along Drummond Place. The corner presence is an ideal location for a company seeking high visibility. The lower level has full ceiling heights for a variety of uses including prep, fitness and a cocktail bar. The dedicated entrance is located along Clark St. Please note that all 4,820 SF is available for a single tenant to lease, and preferred.

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2025-08-13

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

Montgomery Retail for Lease - Western East/West Corr

Date on Market:

2025-10-01

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

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

La Salle Flex for Lease - I-39 Corr/LaSalle County

Date on Market:

2025-09-26

Algonquin Retail for Lease - Far Northwest

Excellent sublease opportunity in a dominant retail lifestyle center that has upscale tenants.

Date on Market:

2025-09-22

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 Office, Industrial for Lease - South Chicago

MoHall Commercial presents an urban infill flex and industrial leasing opportunity in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood. 5010–5020 S State Street is a freestanding 17,749 square foot building with clear heights ranging from 16 to 19 feet on the main level and a mezzanine plumbed for additional facilities. The open floor plan, four separate entrances and brand new ADA compliant restrooms make the site highly adaptable for warehouse, last mile distribution, light assembly, maker space, and operations with integrated office. Ground level access supports pick and pack workflows and at grade loading, and existing infrastructure aligns with the needs of national credit logistics users. B3-2 zoning provides a wide range of commercial and flex industrial options, including storage, distribution, light manufacturing, professional services, and back office. Tenants can configure the mezzanine for support functions such as break areas, conference, training or inventory management. The site spans more than one acre with dedicated parking for approximately 60 vehicles, creating room for employee parking, service vans, and staging. Positioned just blocks from the Dan Ryan Expressway I-90 and I-94, the property offers direct regional connectivity for deliveries and commuter access. CTA Red Line and Green Line stations are within walking distance for workforce convenience. State Street carries an estimated 21,000 vehicles per day, providing strong visibility for signage and branding. The property sits in Chicago’s Ward 03 represented by Alderman Pat Dowell, with proximity to City programs that can support build out or operations such as Tax Increment Financing, the Small Business Improvement Fund, and INVEST South/West. The surrounding Bronzeville community is experiencing sustained investment, including the multi phase Legends South redevelopment and the Bronzeville Lakefront plan, which together add housing, employment centers, research space, and services that grow the local workforce and daytime population. Offered at a competitive lease rate of 12 dollars per square foot NNN, 5010–5020 S State Street delivers scale, access, and flexibility for modern logistics. With its clear heights, adaptable floor plate, generous parking, and immediate highway and transit access, this urban core location is built for distribution, fulfillment, and light industrial users ready to expand in a high growth corridor.

Date on Market:

2025-09-19

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

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 $20/SF NNN. The entire ground floor commercial property of 4,320 SF is available for sale at $960,000 or as individual units with pricing of $229,500, $205,000, $205,000, and $339,500.

Date on Market:

2025-09-17

Chicago Retail for Lease - Northwest City

Property Type:

Multifamily

Date on Market:

2025-09-16

Geneva Office for Lease - Western East/West Corr

Property Type:

Retail

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

East Dundee Retail for Lease - Far Northwest

806 Penny Ave, East Dundee, IL – Prime Retail/Office with Route 68 Visibility Excellent opportunity to lease a highly visible 1,845 SF retail or professional office space located just off Route 68 in East Dundee. This well-maintained property offers abundant natural light, large display windows, and an adaptable open floor plan—perfect for a wide variety of uses. The building includes a garage, shop, and fenced yard area, making it uniquely suited for contractors, service businesses, or retailers needing storage and operational flexibility. Owner is also open to build-to-suit options to meet tenant requirements. Property Highlights: 1,845 SF building in excellent condition Prominent visibility from Route 68 with strong traffic counts Large storefront windows and bright natural light Flexible layout ideal for retail, office, or contractor use Garage, shop, and yard included Build-to-suit available Zoning / Use Flexibility: Located in East Dundee’s B-2 Community Business District, this property allows for a broad range of permitted uses, including (but not limited to): Retail (furniture, sporting goods, pet shop, bakery, grocery, tavern, brew pub, restaurants without live entertainment) Professional offices (attorney, medical/dental, veterinary clinic without kennels, insurance, accounting, real estate, financial institutions) Personal services (barber/beauty shop, dry cleaner, tailor, shoe repair, photographic studio, travel agency) Contractor/service uses (locksmith, business machine sales/repair, printing shop, interior design studio, limousine service) Special uses also permitted with approval, including banquet halls, restaurants with drive-through or live entertainment, contractor shops, and more. Ideal For: Retail sales, professional offices, contractor/service companies, medical or dental practices, and other businesses seeking visibility, flexibility, and yard/shop amenities. Permitted uses: Art and school supply store, Appliance store, Art gallery, Bicycle store; includes sales, retail and repair, Book and stationery store, Catalog store, China and glassware store, Clothing and art needlework store; includes production, alteration and repair for on-site retail sale, Coin, philatelic, stamp and numismatic store, Department store, Drapery store, Drug store or pharmacy, Floor covering store; includes rugs, linoleum and carpets, Flower shop, Furniture store; includes upholstering when conducted as part of the retail operation and secondary to the principal use, Furrier shop; includes incidental storage & conditioning of furs, Gift shop, Hearing aid store, Hobby shop, Jewelry and watch store; includes production, alteration and repair for on-site retail sale, Leather goods and luggage store, Millinery shop, Music shop, Office supplies and stationery, Paint and wallpaper store, Pet shop, Sewing machine sales and service, Sporting goods store; does not include the sale of firearms as defined in this chapter, Tack shop, Tile store; includes wall and floor, Toy store, Trading stamp store, Variety and notion store, Bakery; includes manufacture of goods for on-site retail sale only, Butcher shop, Candy and confectionery store, Dairy products store, Grocery and food store, Clubs, lodges and meeting halls; private, fraternal or religious with no live entertainment or dancing, Brew pub, Delicatessen, Ice cream shop, Restaurant; no live entertainment, Taverns, Parks and playgrounds, public, Barber shop, Beauty parlor, Accessory use massage services as defined in §111.02 as exceptions, Permanent cosmetics, microblading, micropigmentation and similar care services, Dry cleaning and laundry establishment, without drive-through; employing not more than 5 persons where on-site equipment for dry cleaning does not exceed units of 30-pound capacity, Bank, Credit agency, Currency exchange, Financial institution, Insurance agency, Investment company, Loan company, Real estate office, Savings and loan, Security and commodity broker, Clothing and costume rental store, Detective agency, Employment agency, Photographic studio; includes developing and printing as part of the retail business, Picture framing; conducted for retail trade, Printing shop; limited to presses having not more than 14 inches by 20 inches in size, Secretarial service, Scientific research agency, Shoe repair shop, Tailor, hat and clothes repair or dressmaker shop, Travel bureau and transportation ticket office, Artists and industrial design studio, General minor repair or fix it shop, Interior decorating studio; includes upholstery and making draperies, slip covers and other similar articles when conducted as a secondary activity to the principal use, Locksmith, Business machines store, Limousine service, Accounting, auditing and bookkeeping, Attorney and law office, Business and professional office, Business office in which goods, wares or merchandise are displayed and sold on the premise, Engineering and architectural service, Land surveyor, Landscape architect, Newspaper office; does not include printing, Professional Consultant, Better Business Bureau, Chamber of Commerce, Charitable organization, Civic association, Labor union and organization, Merchants association, News syndicate, Political organization, Professional membership association, Real estate board, Social service and fraternal association, Trade association, Chiropodist's office and podiatrist's office, Chiropractor's office, Dentist's office, Doctor's, surgeon's and/or physician's office, Laboratory, medical and dental, Medical and dental clinic, Optician's office, Osteopath's office, Veterinary clinic and animal hospital; without outdoor kennels, Dancing school or studio, Music school with sales, Religious reading room, Accessory uses provided in accordance with the provisions of §157.085, Offices ancillary to any permitted or special use, Temporary building for construction purposes; not to exceed the duration of the construction Special uses: Package liquor store, Clubs, lodges and meeting halls; private, fraternal or religious with live entertainment or dancing, Banquet hall, Brew pub; with live entertainment, Restaurant; with live entertainment, Restaurant; drive-in or drive-through facilities, Taverns; with live entertainment, Community center buildings, public or non-profit; includes clubhouses, recreation buildings, gymnasiums, swim clubs, swimming pools, tennis clubs, tennis courts, roller skating and ice skating rinks, Game rooms; employing amusement devices commonly known as pinball machines, shuffleboards, bowling machines and coin-operated games of skill subject to the licensure requirements of Chapter 112 of the East Dundee Code of Ordinances, but does not include regulation bowling alleys or pool or billiard tables, Theater, Parks and playgrounds, not-for-profit, Massage establishments and massage services as defined in §111.01, Tattooing, Automatic teller machine as stand-alone structure,

Date on Market:

2025-09-11

Chicago Retail for Lease - South Chicago

Highly visible retail space at the hard corner of Ashland & W 18th Street. Excellent frontage and visibility located in the heart of the lively Pilsen neighborhood. Available space is conveniently located one block East of the Pink Line 18th Street Station and within walking distance to various restaurants & retailers. The spaces are ideal for retail, bank, medical office, coffee shop, or restaurant not needing black iron. Strong traffic count. Area businesses includes Fifth Third Bank, Dunkin, Family Dollar, Metro by T-Mobile, La Mejikana Restaurant, Truffle Restaurant, Pilsen Cafe Jumping Bean, Thalia Hall, Pilsen Vintage, Pilsen Arts & Community House, Ubran Treez, Bank of America and much more!

Date on Market:

2022-01-26

Lemont Retail for Lease - Joliet/Central Will

MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. CALL FOR HIGHEST AND BEST DUE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD BY 5PM. Prime 1,350 SF retail space available in the heart of downtown Lemont’s vibrant business district. Located in the Downtown District (DD) zoning area, this fully sprinklered building offers excellent visibility with entrances from both Stephen Street and the rear of the property, where additional public parking is available for customers and staff. The space features an open-concept layout, one ADA-compliant restroom, a dedicated mechanical room with slop sink, and 200A electrical service with separate metering for electric and gas. Additional dry storage is available within the building for tenant use. Recent exterior updates and improvements add curb appeal, while co-tenancy with The Brow Lounge (206 Stephen St) provides built-in foot traffic and synergy. Highlights: - 1,350 SF open retail space - Zoning: Downtown District (DD) - Front and rear entrances with convenient public parking - Fully sprinklered building with recent exterior upgrades - 200A electrical service | Separately metered for electric & gas - One restroom + mechanical room with slop sink - Additional dry storage available in building - Neighboring businesses: Wooden Paddle, The Brow Lounge, and Pollyanna Social Location Advantage: Nestled in the walkable downtown corridor of Lemont, this space benefits from strong visibility, a mix of established businesses, and a growing community base. Ideal for retail, boutique, service, or specialty concepts seeking a central location. Contact: Reach out to the listing agent today to schedule a private tour of 208 Stephen St and secure your place in downtown Lemont.

Date on Market:

2025-09-08

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