Rock Island Office, Industrial for Lease - Greater Rock Island
14,000 SF Industrial / Commercial Facility in Sunset Business Park
Located within Illinois’ Largest River Edge Redevelopment Zone
This exceptional 14,000 SF industrial / flex facility is located in Rock Island’s established Sunset Business Park, just minutes from downtown and the Mississippi riverfront. Offering a blend of 12,000 SF of warehouse space and 2,600 SF of modern office, this property delivers flexibility, functionality, and the advantage of being in a state-designated redevelopment incentive zone.
Property Overview
This fully renovated facility is ideal for warehousing, distribution, light manufacturing, or contractor operations seeking a high-quality, ready-to-occupy location in the Quad Cities region. The layout allows for efficient loading, office workflow, and vehicle access, making it suitable for businesses of all sizes.
Key Building Features
14,000 SF total area on a 0.45-acre lot
Approx. 12,000 SF warehouse + 2,600 SF office
Two dock doors, including one sunken dock for semi-truck loading
Why This Location Matters
Rock Island’s newly expanded RERZ is the largest redevelopment zone in Illinois, covering over 11 square miles of strategically located business and riverfront land.
This city-backed initiative represents a long-term commitment to attracting investment, improving infrastructure, and supporting business retention — directly benefiting tenants who choose to locate here.
For companies looking to establish or expand operations in the Quad Cities region, this address offers:
A move-in-ready industrial facility requiring minimal upfront investment,
Access to state-sponsored cost savings, and
The credibility of operating within a designated growth and redevelopment corridor.
Summary
A rare opportunity to lease a modernized 14,000 SF industrial property combining functionality, high visibility, and powerful state incentive advantages.
Perfect for manufacturers, distributors, logistics providers, or trade professionals seeking space in a recognized redevelopment zone with meaningful cost-saving potential.
20–25 ft clear ceiling height
3-phase electrical service for industrial-grade power needs
Durable concrete flooring throughout warehouse
Central heating and air conditioning (both warehouse and office)
Secured second entrance with gated access
Modern finished office space with natural light and river views
Block/steel framing, flat roof, and municipal water/sewer service
Zoned I-1 Industrial – flexible for light manufacturing, storage, logistics, and service-based operations
Strategic Location
The property sits in Sunset Business Park, a well-established industrial corridor minutes from I-280, the Centennial Bridge, and downtown Rock Island. Its location offers excellent access to the entire Quad Cities region, connecting seamlessly to Moline, Davenport, Bettendorf, and major Midwest transport routes.
Located Within the River Edge Redevelopment Zone (RERZ)
Illinois’ Largest Designated Redevelopment Zone — Covering 11.5 Square Miles
Leasing this property gives tenants a unique advantage: eligibility for financial and tax-based incentives offered through the Illinois River Edge Redevelopment Zone program. The RERZ is designed to stimulate business investment and revitalization in Rock Island’s riverfront and industrial areas — making it an ideal location for growth-oriented companies.
Potential Tenant Benefits (Subject to Eligibility)
Sales-Tax Exemption on Building Materials
Tenants or owners can apply for a full sales-tax exemption on qualifying materials used for tenant improvements, expansion, or future build-outs — reducing construction costs by approximately 6–7%.
Property-Tax Abatement Potential
Improvements made within the RERZ may qualify for local property-tax abatements, lowering long-term occupancy costs.
Illinois Income-Tax Deductions
Businesses operating substantially within the zone may deduct:
– Interest income from business loans for development or expansion
– Dividends from corporations primarily operating in the zone
Construction Jobs Income-Tax Credit
Projects that create new construction or rehabilitation jobs can qualify for employee tax credits, lowering labor-related costs during growth phases.
Priority Access to State and Local Business Programs
Tenants within the zone often receive enhanced access to Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) financing programs, redevelopment grants, and small-business support initiatives.
Even if no major construction is needed today, tenants still benefit from:
? Easier access to expansion financing
? Lower future build-out costs, and
? Stronger eligibility for state-level tax and job incentives.
