157 E Lincoln Highway Dekalb, IL 60115

Building Details

Year built

1890

Floors in Building

2

Number of units

3

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Listed by Carrie Ottum · License #471001655 Show Phone

Added: Apr 10 Updated: May 13 at 10:38PM Checked: Jul 22 at 6:06PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This commercial property features a storefront available for immediate occupancy in downtown DeKalb. The building also includes two apartments on the upper level that require renovation. A new HVAC system is scheduled for installation in 2025. This property offers an opportunity for customization in an area experiencing growth and attracting new businesses. Parking is accessible on Lincoln Highway and in the rear of the building via a large city lot. The property is situated amidst a variety of shops, entertainment venues, and food establishments. The lot size is 0.0574 acres.

Key Highlights

• Prime downtown DeKalb location in a growing business area
• Storefront available for immediate occupancy
• Parking available on Lincoln Highway and in the rear city lot

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FAQs

What type of property is this?

Storefront property - Storefront with apartments in downtown DeKalb, renovation potential, new HVAC.

Where is this storefront property located?

The property is located at 157 E Lincoln Highway Dekalb, IL.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $218,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Prime downtown DeKalb location in a growing business area; Storefront available for immediate occupancy; Parking available on Lincoln Highway and in the rear city lot