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Michigan Avenue Retail Opportunity
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540 Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Prime retail space on Michigan Avenue with high visibility.

Property Size41,186 SF
Days on Market250

Property Features for 540 Michigan Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 41,186 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 3:14AM

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.

This retail property on Michigan Avenue in Chicago offers a flagship opportunity with high pedestrian and vehicle traffic, with over 5 million monthly views. The space offers flexible demising options, with available spaces ranging from approximately 6,000 to 41,000 square feet. The property provides a unique branding opportunity.

Key Highlights

  • Flagship opportunity in Chicago
  • +5 million pedestrians and vehicles pass by monthly
  • Flexible demising options from 6k to 41k sq ft

Property Analytics

Current Use

540 N Michigan ... Parking Lot & Garage Reviver Restaurant Rush My Passport (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store MCM Somerset Clothing & Fashion Store MAC Cosmetics Cosmetic Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Nursing Home Restaurant Pet Grooming Service Tattoo & Piercing Shop

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

30,068
Businesses Nearby
613k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 53% Apparel 22% Hotels & Casinos 19% Shops & Services 6%
Nordstrom Apparel
136,729 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Starbucks Dining
132,317 visits/mo 0.1 miles
McDonald's Dining
65,567 visits/mo 0.4 miles
McDonald's Dining
52,443 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Fogo de Chao Dining
28,749 visits/mo 0.5 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 space on Michigan Avenue with high visibility.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 540 Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Flagship opportunity in Chicago; +5 million pedestrians and vehicles pass by monthly; Flexible demising options from 6k to 41k sq ft
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