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Retail Storefront with Display Windows
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For Lease
$35 SF/Yr

1748 E 55th Street, Chicago, IL 60615

A flexible commercial layout includes back-of-house infrastructure from its former florist operation.

Space Size1,150 SF
Days on Market1

Property Features for 1748 E 55th Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 1,150 SF
Net Rentable 1,150 SF
Property subtype Retail
Lease Term MG

Space & Availability

Available Space 1,150 SF
Contiguous Space 1,150 SF
Space Use Retail

Additional Details

Highway Access Yes

Amenities

floor-to-ceiling display windows
abundant natural light
flexible layout
back-of-house infrastructure
turnkey footprint

Building Details

Building Size 1,150 SF

Spaces For Lease

at 1748 E 55th Street
1 $35/SF/Yr
Size 1,150 SF
Term Negotiable
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Listing Agency: Caton Commercial Real Estate Group
Listed By: Mikus Kins · License #475161490
Source: Catoncommercial
Added: Oct 16 Last Checked: Oct 16 at 2:01PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 1,150-SF retail space at 1748 E 55th Street has a flexible interior, large street-facing windows, and abundant daylight. The space was most recently used by a florist and retains back-of-house infrastructure. Retail, specialty shop, and professional service uses are identified for the layout.

The storefront sits on the East 55th Street commercial corridor in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood. Nearby destinations include the University of Chicago, UChicago Medicine, the Metra station, the Museum of Science & Industry, 57th Street Beach, and Lake Shore Drive.

Key Highlights

  • 1,150 SF retail storefront
  • Large display windows and abundant natural light
  • Existing back‑of‑house infrastructure from former florist use

Property Analytics

Current Use

Hyde Park Florist (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Kitchen & Bath Showroom Auto Repair Shop (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Building Supply Grocery & Convenience Store HVAC Service

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
Highway access
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$5.25 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,197
Businesses Nearby
160k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 43% Groceries 29% Shops & Services 15% Home Improvements & Furnishings 7%
Trader Joe's Groceries
46,061 visits/mo 0.4 miles
McDonald's Dining
31,625 visits/mo 0.5 miles
BP Shops & Services
21,850 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Potbelly Sandwich Shop Dining
13,436 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Elston Ace Hardware Home Improvements & Furnishings
11,960 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 60615, IL

43,502
Population
24,997
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
61%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
2.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
19,774
Density / Sq Mi
$62,105
Median Household Income
$47,186
Median Earnings
$1,444
Median Rent
$305,200
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Chicago, IL

$25.24 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$8–$114 /SF/Yr
Price Range
8,899 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 39% above the average of $25.24 /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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Retail space - A flexible commercial layout includes back-of-house infrastructure from its former florist operation.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 1748 E 55th Street Chicago, IL.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $35 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1,150 SF retail storefront; Large display windows and abundant natural light; Existing back‑of‑house infrastructure from former florist use
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