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520 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Prime retail spaces available on Chicago's Magnificent Mile.

Property Size2,640 SF
Days on Market250

Property Features for 520 North Michigan Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,640 SF
Property subtype Retail
Listing Agency: CBRE | Chicago
Listed By: Luke Molloy
Source: Cbre
Added: Nov 22, 2025 Changed: Jul 6 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 2:59AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of CBRE | Chicago

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located on the Magnificent Mile, this property offers rare small shop opportunities with spaces ranging from approximately 1,800 to 2,600 square feet. The location benefits from high visibility, with over 5 million pedestrians and vehicles passing by monthly. Incredible two-story branding opportunities are available. Situated across from the new Aritzia flagship and the recently signed Uniqlo and Sephora, it is adjacent to the number one Nordstrom in the Midwest. The area boasts over 35 hotels with approximately 9,000 keys within a mile. North Michigan Avenue has attracted over 30 million visitors in the past year, surpassing visitor metrics from Upper 5th Avenue, Union Square, and other top U.S. high streets. New ownership representation is with CBRE.

Key Highlights

  • High foot traffic: +5 million pedestrians and vehicles pass by monthly.
  • Prime location on Magnificent Mile: 30+ million visitors annually.
  • Adjacent to major retailers: Located across from Aritzia, Uniqlo, and Sephora; adjacent to #1 Nordstroms in the Midwest.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Faribault Woolen Mill ... Home Decor Store Suriya Card & Gift ... (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store The Congress Plaza Hotel ... Hotel & Motel harolds chicken Restaurant ROYCE' Chocolate in Downtown ... Specialty Food Shop

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store Nursing Home Tanning Salon Butcher Pet Grooming Service

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

Lease Details

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

34,739
Businesses Nearby
592k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 47% Hotels & Casinos 25% Apparel 23% Shops & Services 5%
Nordstrom Apparel
136,729 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Starbucks Dining
132,317 visits/mo 0.2 miles
McDonald's Dining
65,567 visits/mo 0.4 miles
McDonald's Dining
52,443 visits/mo 0.5 miles
theWit Chicago - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Hotels & Casinos
35,939 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 60611, IL

38,456
Population
28,239
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
88%
College-Educated
99%
High-School Grad
0.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
48,070
Density / Sq Mi
$124,621
Median Household Income
$92,917
Median Earnings
$2,416
Median Rent
$608,200
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Chicago, IL

$25.71 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$0.92–$80 /SF/Yr
Price Range
4,887 SF
Avg Space Size

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Chicago, IL

9.1% 2019
9.2% 2020
8.8% 2021
8.1% 2022
7% 2023
6.6% 2024
7.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - Prime retail spaces available on Chicago's Magnificent Mile.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 520 North Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: High foot traffic: +5 million pedestrians and vehicles pass by monthly.; Prime location on Magnificent Mile: 30+ million visitors annually.; Adjacent to major retailers: Located across from Aritzia, Uniqlo, and Sephora; adjacent to #1 Nordstroms in the Midwest.
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