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    18 W Merchants Drive, Oswego, IL 60543

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    $1,650,000

    High-traffic auto repair and oil lube center for sale.

    Type:Commercial
    Property size:
    4,904 SF
    Lot size:
    2.00 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $336/SF
    Added:
    Apr 9, 2026
    Days on Market:
    55
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 9 at 8:11 pm

    Property Features for 18 W Merchants Drive

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    4,904 SF
    Lot size
    2.00 Acres
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1996

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    IRENE HADDAD

    Listing agent IRENE HADDAD

    Listing office @PROPERTIES CHRISTIE'S INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE

    Listing date Apr 9, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location on high‑traffic Merchants Drive with over 54,000 vehicles per day.
    • Established auto repair and oil lube center with 6 service bays (3 mechanic + 3 oil/lube).
    • Substantial 4,904 SF building plus a 2,452 SF lower level on 2 acres.
    • Energy‑efficient radiant‑heated concrete floors.
    • Ample parking with 60+ spaces.
    • Convenient access to seven auto parts distributors within a one‑mile radius.

    Overview

    Located on Merchants Drive, a high-traffic corridor between US Route 30 and Douglas Road, this automotive service hub benefits from a combined traffic count exceeding 54,000 vehicles per day. The property is situated on 2 acres and features a 4,904 square foot building with an additional 2,452 square foot lower level. The facility includes six service bays, with 3 designated for mechanic work and 3 for oil and lube services, all featuring 18-foot ceilings. The building incorporates energy-efficient radiant-heated concrete floors, a spacious customer lobby, a private office, two restrooms, and ample operational storage space. There are over 60 parking spaces available. The property is conveniently located near seven auto parts distributors within a one-mile radius. Potential expansion opportunities include paint-less dent repair, rustproofing and undercoating, window tinting, remote starts and car alarms, and software reprogramming. This property is positioned as an owner-user or investment opportunity.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    La Michoacanita Ice ... Grocery & Convenience Store I & J Automotive Auto Repair Shop I & J Automotive ... Auto Repair Shop

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

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

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    • I & J Automotive — 18 W Merchants Dr, Oswego, IL 60543
    • I & J Automotive Inc - Auto Repair, Oil Change & Tune-Up Service, Brake & Radiator Repair, Engine Mechanic — 18 w merchants dr, oswego, il 60543

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    City
    Oswego
    County
    Kendall
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -88.3216014
    Latitude
    41.7180986

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Auto shop - High-traffic auto repair and oil lube center for sale.
    Where is this auto shop located?
    The property is located at 18 W Merchants Drive Oswego, IL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,650,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location on high‑traffic Merchants Drive with over 54,000 vehicles per day.; Established auto repair and oil lube center with 6 service bays (3 mechanic + 3 oil/lube).; Substantial 4,904 SF building plus a 2,452 SF lower level on 2 acres.
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    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    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
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    • 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

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    • 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
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