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Retail Property with Leased Business
For Sale
$300,000

2853 N State Route 178, Utica, IL 61373

Commercial Sale, Utica, IL

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size3.98 Acres
Days on Market295

Property Features for 2853 N State Route 178

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning COMMR
Directions Best to map the address due to multiple State Rt numbers/Roads which are not clearly marked with signage.
Subdivision North Utica / Utica / Waltham
Standard status Active
APN 1908207000
Lot size 3.98 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Annual Amount 2811

Utilities

Cooling system Central Air

Amenities

wooded land
picturesque creek

Building Details

Floors in Building 1
Number of units 1
Building materials Block
Roof type Rubber
Listing Agency: BHHS Central Illinois, REALTORS · Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
Listed By: Brandon Shaffer · License #471019606
Added: Nov 4, 2025 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Aug 26 at 2:06AM
MLS# 12486218

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This retail property in Utica, Illinois is currently home to a leased, rent-paying business. The site includes ample parking, a house that is not currently habitable, and outdoor features such as a wooded portion of the grounds and a creek running through the property.

The property is located near Starved Rock State Park and is positioned along a route used by visitors heading toward the park’s lodge and restaurant.

Set on just under four acres, the offering combines an existing tenant situation with multiple site components, including a non-habitable house for renovation and reuse considerations by the new owner.

Key Highlights

  • Income‑producing commercial property with a currently leased, rent‑paying business
  • Located on a route frequented by visitors heading to Starved Rock State Park lodge and restaurant
  • Just under four acres with much of the land described as wooded

Property Analytics

Current Use

Storefront properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Repair Shop Storage Facility Garden Center (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Parking Lot & Garage Pharmacy

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

69
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 61373, IL

1,976
Population
930
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
44
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
47.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
42
Density / Sq Mi
$102,639
Median Household Income
$52,708
Median Earnings
$1,310
Median Rent
$222,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Retail property on a leased, rent-paying business, with parking and a non-habitable house on nearly four acres.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 2853 N State Route 178 Utica, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $300,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Income‑producing commercial property with a currently leased, rent‑paying business; Located on a route frequented by visitors heading to Starved Rock State Park lodge and restaurant; Just under four acres with much of the land described as wooded
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