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    1706 E 5Th St Sterling, IL 61081

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    $200,000

    COMMERCIAL - Sterling, IL

    Lot size:
    2.59 Acres
    Days on Market:
    33
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 4 at 3:06 pm

    Property Features for 1706 E 5Th St

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    COMMR
    APN
    11222110040000
    Lot size
    2.59 Acres

    Building Details

    Year built
    1979
    Floors in Building
    1
    Number of units
    1

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    Ryne Howard
    Ryne Howard

    RE/MAX Sauk Valley (815) 625-3722

    Listing agent Ryne Howard (815) 625-3722

    Listing date Jan 31, 2026

    MLS# 12331315

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Versatile Commercial Property on Acreage

    This commercially zoned property presents a valuable opportunity for business owners, investors, or owner-operators seeking a versatile commercial site with expansion potential. Previously a flower shop (business not included), the property is well-suited for retail, office, greenhouse operations, landscaping supply, garden center, or specialty commercial applications. Situated on approximately 1.74 acres, the property features a commercial building with large display windows, a checkout area, and an attached garage with a 10-foot garage door, ideal for deliveries, storage, or workspace. Additional exterior covered storage is available. The property includes two separate unfinished basement areas, a 6x13' walk-in cooler, and a 19x17' non-functioning walk-in cooler, along with an attached greenhouse that requires some maintenance. The lot size is 2.585 acres. Located on a commercially zoned lot, this property offers the flexibility to support a wide variety of business uses and investment strategies. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a commercial property with acreage, specialized infrastructure, and strong future potential.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Wahl Flowers (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Pharmacy

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

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Sterling
    County
    Whiteside
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -89.6758108
    Latitude
    41.7984042

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Commercially zoned property suited for retail, office, or garden center.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 1706 E 5Th St Sterling, IL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $200,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Commercially zoned 1.74-acre lot offers flexibility.; - Commercial building with **large display windows**, a checkout area, and attached garage with a 10' door.; - Equipped with a **6x13' walk-in cooler**.
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    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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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    Cap approach

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    Comparable approach

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

    Relative

    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.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    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
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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