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212 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611

Vacant four-level property with office, residential, retail, and redevelopment potential in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood.

Property Size13,000 SF
Lot Size0.11 Acres
Days on Market148

Property Features for 212 E Ontario St

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 13,000 SF
Total Parking Spaces 3
Lot size 0.11 Acres
Property subtype Mixed Use
Zoning DX-12

Site & Location

Highway Access Yes
Road Access Yes
Public Transit Yes

Amenities

outdoor deck
garden
sunroom

Building Details

Year Built 1885
Buildings 1
Stories 4
Construction Queen Anne and Romanesque style
Owner Occupied No
Listing Agency: Jameson Commercial Real Estate
Listed By: Jason Hiller · License #IL 475158547
Source: Crexi
Added: Apr 11 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 9:46PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This vacant mixed-use property comprises an approximately 13,000-square-foot, four-level building constructed in 1885 in Queen Anne and Romanesque styles. The property includes offices on the first two levels, residential space on the upper two levels, and later additions with an outdoor deck, garden, sunroom, and 3-car garage. It is available immediately and may accommodate residential, multi-family, medical office, commercial office, or retail use.

The approximately 4,800-square-foot site is zoned DX-12 Downtown Mixed-Use District. The building’s front portion is landmarked by the City of Chicago’s Landmark Commission, while ownership controls the property air rights and a +/- 60,000-square-foot redevelopment opportunity is identified on the rear portion. The property is within walking distance of Michigan Avenue, CTA Grand and Chicago Red Line stations, and nearby restaurants, hotels, high-end retail, entertainment, residential buildings, and offices. Kennedy Expressway and North Lake Shore Drive provide regional connections.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 13,000 square feet across a four‑level Queen Anne and Romanesque building
  • Vacant and available immediately for residential, multi‑family, medical office, commercial office, or retail use
  • Approximately 4,800 Sf site zoned DX‑12 Downtown Mixeduse District

Property Analytics

Current Use

Kino Project Llc Cinema Weber May MD Physician Computer Learning Center ... High School

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Restaurant Tattoo & Piercing Shop Pet Grooming Service Nursing Home

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
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

26,147
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 60611, IL

38,456
Population
28,239
Households
1.4
Avg Household Size
39
Median Age
88%
College-Educated
99%
High-School Grad
0.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
48,070
Density / Sq Mi
$124,621
Median Household Income
$92,917
Median Earnings
$2,416
Median Rent
$608,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Chicago, IL

17.9% 2019
19.2% 2020
20.7% 2021
23.1% 2022
23.3% 2023
25.1% 2024
25.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Mixed-use property - Vacant four-level property with office, residential, retail, and redevelopment potential in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood.
Where is this mixed-use property located?
The property is located at 212 E Ontario St Chicago, IL.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 13,000 square feet across a four‑level Queen Anne and Romanesque building; Vacant and available immediately for residential, multi‑family, medical office, commercial office, or retail use; Approximately 4,800 Sf site zoned DX‑12 Downtown Mixeduse District
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