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    1901 North Elston Avenue & 1500 Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60642

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    30,028 SF land opportunity in Chicago, IL.

    Type:Land
    Property size:
    30,028 SF
    Lot size:
    0.69 Acres
    Added:
    Mar 25, 2026
    Days on Market:
    47
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 18 at 8:18 am

    Property Features for 1901 North Elston Avenue & 1500 Cortland Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    30,028 SF
    Lot size
    0.69 Acres
    Property subtype
    Land

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    Tom Svoboda

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    Listing date Mar 25, 2026

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    HighLights

    • 30,028 SF land opportunity in Chicago, IL
    • Zoned M‑3, Heavy Industrial District with diverse permitted uses including industrial, retail, restaurant, office, storage, automotive, and cannabis
    • Located adjacent to Lincoln Yard's development
    • High exposure corner site with over 25,000 daily traffic count
    • Potential for robust (220,000 VPD) exposure on I‑90 through building height & signage
    • Accessible via car, bus, and train (near I‑90, Clybourn Metra Station, CTA Bus stops)

    Overview

    This 30,028 SF land opportunity is available for qualified investors and developers. The property is zoned M-3, Heavy Industrial District, which permits industrial, retail, restaurant (drive-through as a special use), office, storage, automotive (service and sales), and cannabis uses. It has a FAR of 3. The site is located adjacent to the upcoming Lincoln Yard's development. The location offers the potential to capture exposure on I-90 through building height & signage, with a traffic volume of 220,000 vehicles per day. The area is amenity-rich, near Mariano's, Home Depot, and the Bloomingdale Trail. The Elston/Cortland Land is a high-exposure corner site along two major thoroughfares with daily traffic counts exceeding 25,000 vehicles. It is accessible via car, bus, and train, located within a 2-block radius of I-90, the Clybourn Metra Station, and numerous CTA Bus stops. The property is situated between Wicker Park, Bucktown, and Lincoln Park.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Industrial land

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Chicago
    County
    Cook
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -87.675741
    Latitude
    41.91571

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Industrial land - 30,028 SF land opportunity in Chicago, IL.
    Where is this industrial land located?
    The property is located at 1901 North Elston Avenue & 1500 Cortland Street Chicago, IL.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 30,028 SF land opportunity in Chicago, IL; Zoned M‑3, Heavy Industrial District with diverse permitted uses including industrial, retail, restaurant, office, storage, automotive, and cannabis; Located adjacent to Lincoln Yard's development
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

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    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for actions taken based on these estimates.

    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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.

    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

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    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.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    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

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

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