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    181 E Westminster, Lake Forest, IL 60045

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    Vacant land on a southeast corner in downtown Lake Forest, suitable for a future development project subject to approvals.

    Type:Retail, Land
    Property size:
    11,985 SF
    Added:
    May 28, 2026
    Days on Market:
    10
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 6 at 6:13 am

    Property Features for 181 E Westminster

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    11,985 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail, Land

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1939

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    Listing Contact
    Tim Henry

    Listing agent Tim Henry License #IL

    Listing office Avison Young - Chicago Downtown

    Listing date May 28, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Vacant land on the southeast corner of Westminster and Oakwood in downtown Lake Forest
    • Suitable for a future development project, subject to approvals
    • Year built listed as 1939

    Overview

    This offering consists of vacant commercial land at 181 E Westminster in Lake Forest. The parcel is positioned on the southeast corner of Westminster and Oakwood and is available for buyers seeking a clean slate for a future site plan and construction.

    The property’s corner location in downtown Lake Forest supports a variety of development concepts, offering exposure to street-front conditions on two sides. As a vacant parcel, it provides flexibility for layout and design choices, while the existing site status avoids limitations tied to a current operating facility.

    For investors and owner-users, the land’s availability can be valuable when you want to control the development timeline and configuration from the ground up. Any intended use will be subject to local approvals and permitting requirements, but the site’s straightforward vacancy can simplify the initial planning process compared with adaptive reuse. If you’re evaluating land as part of a larger portfolio or planning a new build, this parcel provides an opportunity to design around your specific program needs, within the constraints of applicable regulations.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Commercial land

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Auto Repair Shop Pharmacy

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Lake Forest
    County
    Lake
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -87.842427
    Latitude
    42.252714

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Commercial land - Vacant land on a southeast corner in downtown Lake Forest, suitable for a future development project subject to approvals.
    Where is this commercial land located?
    The property is located at 181 E Westminster Lake Forest, IL.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Vacant land on the southeast corner of Westminster and Oakwood in downtown Lake Forest; Suitable for a future development project, subject to approvals; Year built listed as 1939
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    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

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    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.

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    Stat Estimate

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    • 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

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    • 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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