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    227 W Madison St Ottawa, IL 61350

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    $510,000

    COMMERCIAL - Ottawa, IL

    Property size:
    6,400 SF
    Lot size:
    0.07 Acres
    Days on Market:
    175
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 15 at 4:06 pm

    Property Features for 227 W Madison St

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Active
    Zoning
    COMMR
    APN
    2111401002
    Size
    6,400 SF
    Lot size
    0.07 Acres

    Utilities

    Cooling system
    Central Air

    Building Details

    Year built
    1915
    Floors in Building
    2
    Number of units
    2

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    Listing Contact
    Ricky Gray
    Ricky Gray

    spring realty inc (815) 351-0555

    Listing agent Ricky Gray (815) 955-2705

    Listing date Sep 22, 2025

    MLS# 12471823

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Ottawa Commercial Building Investment Opportunity

    This two-story commercial building, totaling 6,400 square feet, presents an investment opportunity in Ottawa's historic downtown, situated one block from the courthouse and in the heart of Starved Rock Country. The first floor, comprising 3,200 square feet, is currently vacant and features large offices, high ceilings, a conference room, an entryway, bathrooms, and a kitchen. Cosmetic work could attract potential tenants. The second floor, also 3,200 square feet, is fully leased. An elevator provides access to both floors. The building includes a full basement, with each floor sharing half for storage. The lower level is currently available for rent. Located two blocks from the Illinois and Fox Rivers, this building offers possibilities for office space or apartments above a business. The property is located on a lot of 0.0735 acres.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Fuller Michael W Law Firm Richard L. Burton Law Firm Burton, Fuller & Associates, ... Law Firm Shannan Hermann Physician Eric Denny Physician

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    • Local Demand
    City
    Ottawa
    County
    LaSalle
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -88.84307
    Latitude
    41.346777

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office building - Two-story commercial building in Ottawa's historic downtown, near courthouse.
    Where is this office building located?
    The property is located at 227 W Madison St Ottawa, IL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $510,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - 6400 sq ft 2-story building in historical downtown Ottawa.; - Located one block from the courthouse and in the Heart of Starved Rock Country.; - **First floor (3200 sq ft) is vacant, offering large offices, conference room, bathrooms and kitchen.**
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

    These figures are not official appraisals and should not be used as a substitute for a valuation performed by a licensed appraiser.
    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
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    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    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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    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    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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