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    4.36 acre development site near downtown Des Plaines.

    Type:LAND
    Lot size:
    3.14 Acres
    Added:
    Jul 21, 2025
    Days on Market:
    291
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 10:50 pm

    Property Features for 1217 E Thacker St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    3.14 Acres
    Property subtype
    LAND

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    Listing Contact
    Dan Reynolds
    Dan Reynolds

    Listing agent Dan Reynolds License #475.144168

    Listing office JLL - Corporate

    Listing date Jul 21, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Entitled for a 50‑unit townhome project and as‑of‑right mid‑rise apartment development.
    • Prime 4.36‑acre development site in Des Plaines, Illinois.
    • Located in the attractive Des Plaines/Arlington Heights Corridor.
    • Proximity to the Des Plaines Metra Station with convenient access to downtown Chicago.
    • Transit‑served location.
    • Close to downtown Des Plaines.

    Overview

    Prime Development Site in Des Plaines

    A 4.36 acre development site, totaling 190,146 square feet, is available for acquisition at 1217 E. Thacker Street in Des Plaines, Illinois. The property is divided into two sites: Site A, spanning 3.14 acres, and Site B, covering 1.23 acres. Situated near downtown Des Plaines, a northeastern suburb of Chicago, the property lies within the Des Plaines/Arlington Heights Corridor, an area recognized for new construction. The location benefits from walkable downtowns and public transportation options to Chicago's Central Business District, making it attractive to developers. The property is located near the Des Plaines Metra Station, offering convenient access to downtown Chicago and surrounding suburbs. The Union Pacific Northwest Line sees over 1,200 inbound passengers daily on weekdays. The future development of the property, known as Contour Place by the City of Des Plaines, is entitled for a 50-unit townhome project and allows for as-of-right mid-rise apartment construction, leveraging its transit-accessible location.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Dental Office Nail Salon Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Gym & Fitness Center

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Des Plaines
    County
    Cook
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -87.8938
    Latitude
    42.0373

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Land - 4.36 acre development site near downtown Des Plaines.
    Where is this land located?
    The property is located at 1217 E Thacker St Des Plaines, IL.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Entitled for a 50‑unit townhome project and as‑of‑right mid‑rise apartment development.; Prime 4.36‑acre development site in Des Plaines, Illinois.; Located in the attractive Des Plaines/Arlington Heights Corridor.
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    Real Estate License ID: 475.144168
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    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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    • 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

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    • 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
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    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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