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    156 E Lincoln Hwy Dekalb, IL 60115

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    COMMERCIAL - DeKalb, IL

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    3,000 SF
    Days on Market:
    17
    Last Refresh:
    Jan 26 at 11:06 pm

    Property Features for 156 E Lincoln Hwy

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Lease
    Property subtype
    Retail
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    RTAIL
    Size
    3,000 SF

    Utilities

    Cooling system
    Window Unit(s)

    Building Details

    Year built
    1900
    Floors in Building
    1
    Number of units
    1
    Building materials
    Brick

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    Listing Contact
    Travis Wilson

    eXp Realty, LLC (888) 574-9405

    Listing agent Travis Wilson (331) 444-2712

    Listing date Jan 10, 2026

    MLS# 12544461

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    DeKalb Retail/Bar Space Available

    Located in downtown DeKalb, Illinois, this commercial space, currently configured as a bar, presents opportunities for various ventures, including a coffeehouse, fitness studio, betting/gaming establishment, retail/thrift store, specialty bar (microbrews, whiskey, wine), gallery/event venue, or arcade/board game center. The available space ranges from 2,000 to 3,000 square feet and includes men's and women's restrooms. An unfinished basement, matching the footprint above, provides additional storage. Parking is available in the back. The city is actively promoting improvements through projects and programs, with new residential developments underway in the area. Recent city initiatives include enhancements to sidewalks for pedestrian accessibility and encouragement of owner investment through the TIF program. The location benefits from the presence of companies such as Facebook, Amazon, Ferrara Candy, Kraft, and 3M in DeKalb. Note that appliances, games, furniture, and product are not included in the rental, and pool tables are leased. The physical bar structure is included.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Bars

    Suggested Use

    Realty agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Clothing Store Building Supply Gym & Fitness

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Similar Places Nearby

    Sullivan's Tavern, La Calle Bar and Music Venue, Hometown Sports Bar & Grill, Tapa La Luna, Lord Stanley's and the Annex

    Location Insight

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    City
    Dekalb
    County
    DeKalb
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -88.75332
    Latitude
    41.930444

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    What type of property is this?
    Bar - Prime DeKalb location suitable for bar, retail, or entertainment.
    Where is this bar located?
    The property is located at 156 E Lincoln Hwy Dekalb, IL.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Prime downtown Dekalb location with high visibility and foot traffic.; - Versatile space suitable for various business types.; - Ample parking available in the back.
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

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    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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