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Starved Rock Commercial Opportunity
For Sale
$145,000

1313 Chestnut Street, Ottawa, IL 61350

Established bike shop near Starved Rock State Park for sale.

Property Size14,719 SF
Price / SF$9.85
Days on Market452

Property Features for 1313 Chestnut Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 14,719 SF
Zoning COMMR

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $2,735

Building Details

Year Built 2006
Stories 1
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Listed By: George Shanley · License #475092481
Source: Compass
Added: Jun 9, 2025 Changed: Sep 3 Last Checked: Sep 1 at 11:00PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This unique commercial property is located in the "Town of Two Rivers," near the Illinois & Michigan Canal and close to Starved Rock State Park and other state parks. Currently operating as a bike shop offering sales, rentals, and repairs, the property is positioned to attract outdoor enthusiasts year-round. The main building includes a lobby, office space, service area, kitchen, and two bathrooms, making it suitable for various business needs. In 2014, a 13' x 24' Morton building was added, providing additional space for storage, workspace, or future expansion. The property offers possibilities to continue the bike business, convert to retail or office space, or bring your own vision to life. The building has a total size of 1325 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • Prime location in Starved Rock Country, a major tourist destination.
  • Established business opportunity as a well‑regarded bike shop with sales, rentals, and repairs.
  • High‑visibility, high‑traffic location in the 'Town of Two Rivers', near bike paths and scenic routes.

Property Analytics

Current Use

The Bike Shop in Ottawa (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Dental Office Real Estate Agency Big Box & Wholesale Store Garden Center Cafe & Coffee Shop Storage Facility

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,001
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 61350, IL

23,997
Population
10,853
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
152.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
157
Density / Sq Mi
$77,562
Median Household Income
$43,042
Median Earnings
$940
Median Rent
$157,100
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?
Retail space - Established bike shop near Starved Rock State Park for sale.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 1313 Chestnut Street Ottawa, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $145,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime location in Starved Rock Country, a major tourist destination.; Established business opportunity as a well‑regarded bike shop with sales, rentals, and repairs.; High‑visibility, high‑traffic location in the 'Town of Two Rivers', near bike paths and scenic routes.
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