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Loft-Style Storefront Retail Space
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$15 SF/Yr

2542 W North Ave, Chicago, IL 60647

Street-level commercial space with exposed brick, tall wood ceilings, basement storage, and flexible subdivision potential.

Space Size4,000 SF - 8,000 SF
Days on Market3

Property Features for 2542 W North Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 4,000 SF - 8,000 SF
Total Parking Spaces 2
Property subtype Retail - Street Retail

Space & Availability

Divisible Yes
Floor Ground
Space Use Retail

Additional Details

Frontage 60 ft

Amenities

basement storage
common rooftop outdoor area
floor-to-ceiling storefront windows
exposed brick walls
high wood-beam ceilings

Building Details

Building Size 8,000 SF
Year Built 1920

Spaces For Lease

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Retail $15/SF/Yr

Floor
Retail
Size
4,000-8,000 SF
Type
Street Retail
Lease Type
NNN
Availability
Immediate
Sublease
No
Renewal Option
Yes
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Listing Agency: SVN | Chicago Commercial
Listed By: Paul Cawthon · License #475130924
Source: Commercialcafe
Added: Sep 1 Last Checked: Sep 2 at 1:26PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This street-level storefront at 2542 W North Ave offers a loft-style retail setting with floor-to-ceiling windows, exposed brick walls, and high wood-beam ceilings. The layout can be configured for multiple users or phased occupancy, with basement storage supporting back-of-house needs. A common rooftop area and two dedicated parking spaces add functional amenities to the offering. The building dates to 1920.

The property sits within the West Bucktown/Wicker Park commercial district in Chicago’s West Town area, near retail, dining, cafés, galleries, nightlife, and specialty grocers. The 606 Trail is one block away, while CTA Blue Line stations at Western and Milwaukee are within blocks. North Avenue bus routes provide east-west service, and the surrounding area includes a dense residential base and active daytime population.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 60 feet of street frontage along North Avenue
  • Floor‑to‑ceiling storefront windows with exposed brick and high wood‑beam ceilings
  • Basement storage provides additional back‑of‑house space

Property Analytics

Current Use

Mally Jennifer Counselor Community Counseling Centers ... Crisis Center Rachel Ourada Foster Care Service Diana Jean-Louis, LCSW Foster Care Service Denise K. Netko, ... Physician

Suggested Use

Top Pick Nursing Home (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store HVAC Service Clothing & Fashion Store Home Appliance Store Fish Market

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

NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$2.25 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,628
Businesses Nearby
83k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 53% Dining 43% Electronics 2% Home Improvements & Furnishings 2%
Burger King Dining
20,940 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Circle K Shops & Services
17,408 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Shell Shops & Services
11,035 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Chipotle Mexican Grill Dining
8,995 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Family Dollar Shops & Services
7,238 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 60647, IL

85,631
Population
41,975
Households
2
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
61%
College-Educated
92%
High-School Grad
4.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
21,408
Density / Sq Mi
$102,851
Median Household Income
$65,776
Median Earnings
$1,714
Median Rent
$557,300
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Chicago, IL

$29.35 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$8–$133 /SF/Yr
Price Range
3,737 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 49% below the average of $29.35 /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
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Street-level commercial space with exposed brick, tall wood ceilings, basement storage, and flexible subdivision potential.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 2542 W North Ave Chicago, IL.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $15 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 60 feet of street frontage along North Avenue; Floor‑to‑ceiling storefront windows with exposed brick and high wood‑beam ceilings; Basement storage provides additional back‑of‑house space
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