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Little Italy Corner Retail Space
For Lease
$40 SF/Yr

1221 West Taylor Street, Chicago, IL 60607

Divisible retail space in new construction near Illinois Medical District.

Space Size2,000 SF
Property Size100,000 SF
Days on Market199

Property Features for 1221 West Taylor Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,000 SF
Property subtype Retail
Lease Term N

Building Details

Building Size 100,000 SF

Spaces For Lease

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Suite 300 $40/SF/Yr

Size
2,000 SF
Type
Street Retail
Term
Negotiable
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Listing Agency: SVN | Chicago Commercial
Listed By: Adam Thomas · License #062060446
Source: Svnchicago
Added: Jan 27 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 14 at 4:36AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in Little Italy, this corner retail space offers approximately 5,000 square feet, divisible for flexible layouts. The space features ceiling heights exceeding 15 feet and prominent frontage on Taylor Street, providing excellent exposure. It is situated within a newly constructed 67-unit apartment building developed by Related Midwest, as part of the Roosevelt Square development, which will deliver over 2,000 units and approximately 45,000 square feet of retail space to the area. The property is positioned between the Illinois Medical District (IMD) and the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) campus. IMD sees an estimated 80,000 people daily, including 30,000 employees and 50,000 patients, students, and visitors. UIC has approximately 33,000 students and over 6,000 employees. The space offers an excellent co-tenancy opportunity with Fresh Stop Produce & Deli, which occupies an adjacent 5,000 square foot space. Public transportation is readily accessible via the CTA's Blue and Pink 'L' lines, and the property is located along the CTA's 157 bus route. Little Italy provides a blend of old-world heritage and modern vibrancy, known for its trattorias, gelaterias, and cultural festivals.

Key Highlights

  • High‑traffic location between Illinois Medical District (IMD) and University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), with a combined daily population of over 119,000 people.
  • Located in a new construction 67‑unit apartment building developed by Related Midwest.
  • Rarely available corner retail space in Little Italy with excellent exposure on Taylor Street.**

Property Analytics

Current Use

Retail space

Suggested Use

Top Pick Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Auto Parts Store Adult Day Care Restaurant Tanning Salon

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
$6.00 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,849
Businesses Nearby
423k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 50% Shops & Services 22% Home Improvements & Furnishings 16% Groceries 7%
Portillo's Dining
78,782 visits/mo 0.5 miles
The Home Depot Home Improvements & Furnishings
64,191 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Chick-fil-A Dining
43,112 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Binny's Beverage Depot Groceries
30,420 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Noodles & Company Dining
25,961 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 60607, IL

31,816
Population
16,540
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
31
Median Age
81%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
2.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
13,833
Density / Sq Mi
$126,307
Median Household Income
$79,870
Median Earnings
$2,333
Median Rent
$494,300
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Chicago, IL

$25.68 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$8–$80 /SF/Yr
Price Range
8,912 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 56% above the average of $25.68 /SF/Yr.

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 - Divisible retail space in new construction near Illinois Medical District.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 1221 West Taylor Street Chicago, IL.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $40 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: High‑traffic location between Illinois Medical District (IMD) and University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), with a combined daily population of over 119,000 people.; Located in a new construction 67‑unit apartment building developed by Related Midwest.; Rarely available corner retail space in Little Italy with excellent exposure on Taylor Street.**
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