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Free-Standing Restaurant Building with Drive-Through
For Sale
$995,000

131 N Annie Glidden Road, Dekalb, IL 60115

Commercial Sale, DeKalb, IL

Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size1.57 Acres
Days on Market542

Property Features for 131 N Annie Glidden Road

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Zoning COMMR
Directions Route 38 (Lincoln Highway) to Annie Glidden, north to address on the west side. Just after the Marathon gas station.
Subdivision De Kalb
Standard status Active
APN 0821276010
Lot size 1.57 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2023
Tax Annual Amount 37131

Utilities

Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 2000
Floors in Building 1
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Listed By: Charles Kirkwood · License #475142955
Added: Feb 25, 2025 Changed: Aug 19 Last Checked: Aug 21 at 6:06PM
MLS# 12298596

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This free-standing restaurant and retail building offers former IHOP use and includes FF&E that can convey with a sale or lease. For restaurant use, the building can seat 234 patrons and includes a fenced outdoor dining area. The fully equipped kitchen features a hood and fire suppression.

The property sits on 1.5715 acres and provides over 70 parking spaces, with enough room for a drive-through. The building is offered in as-is condition. Central air is included, and the property was built in 2000.

Located at 131 N Annie Glidden Road in DeKalb, this site is on the edge of NIU campus just north of one of the busiest intersections in town, with nearby national retailers such as Starbucks, Chipotle, Potbelly, McDonald’s, and CVS.

Key Highlights

  • 1.5715‑acre free‑standing restaurant/retail building with FF&E that can convey
  • Can seat 234 for restaurant use
  • Fenced outdoor dining area

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Suggested Use

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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

Yes
Commercial hood

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

583
Businesses Nearby
134k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 86% Shops & Services 11% Hotels & Casinos 3%
McDonald's Dining
26,360 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Culver's Dining
14,993 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Starbucks Dining
14,238 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Taco Bell Dining
11,670 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Chipotle Mexican Grill Dining
11,024 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 60115, IL

42,103
Population
18,175
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
29
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
81.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
520
Density / Sq Mi
$46,808
Median Household Income
$22,838
Median Earnings
$1,018
Median Rent
$205,700
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Freestanding restaurant building with central air, a fully equipped kitchen with hood and fire suppression, and fenced outdoor dining.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 131 N Annie Glidden Road Dekalb, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $995,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1.5715‑acre free‑standing restaurant/retail building with FF&E that can convey; Can seat 234 for restaurant use; Fenced outdoor dining area
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