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    501 S Lincoln Ave Dixon, IL 61021

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    For Sale
    Pending
    $450,000

    COMMERCIAL - Dixon, IL

    Lot size:
    5.08 Acres
    Days on Market:
    30
    Last Refresh:
    Jan 23 at 1:06 am

    Property Features for 501 S Lincoln Ave

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Other
    Standard status
    Pending
    APN
    07080643500700
    Lot size
    5.08 Acres

    Utilities

    Cooling system
    Window Unit(s)

    Building Details

    Year built
    1937
    Floors in Building
    2
    Number of units
    2

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    Listing Contact
    Tyler Stacey

    Crawford Realty, LLC (815) 285-3444 [email protected]

    Listing agent Tyler Stacey (815) 285-3444

    Listing date Dec 25, 2025

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Former School with Income Potential

    This 39,727-square-foot former school on 5.08 acres in Dixon, IL, presents an investment opportunity with in-place income and long-term potential. Constructed in 1937, the all-brick building is in solid overall condition. The property is anchored by a private therapeutic day school occupying the entire second floor. The building's infrastructure is suited for institutional use or adaptive reuse, featuring an 800-amp electrical service and a steam heat boiler system. Window air-conditioning units are installed in most classrooms. A full gymnasium with a stage enhances functionality. The full basement adds versatility with a cafeteria, abundant storage, a dedicated boiler room, and egress windows in most basement classrooms. The property includes a fenced playground, expansive grounds, and a detached two-car garage. A flat rubber roof was recoated in 2021 and carries a ten-year warranty. The property offers avenues for future value creation through continued educational use, re-tenanting strategies, expanded programming, or broader redevelopment.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    CDH Educational Center Education Center

    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.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Dixon
    County
    Lee
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -89.4974987
    Latitude
    41.8357622

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    School - 39,727 SF former school on 5.08 acres for sale.
    Where is this school located?
    The property is located at 501 S Lincoln Ave Dixon, IL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $450,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Stable in-place income from a well-established private therapeutic day school occupying the entire second floor.; - Durable all-brick construction built in 1937, reducing long-term capital expenditure exposure.; - Large 5.08-acre lot with a fenced playground and expansive grounds.
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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.

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

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    • 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
    Alternative use

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