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    257 S Lake St, Aurora, IL 60506

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    Open retail space with ample parking and strong Lake St. visibility for custom buildout.

    Type:RETAIL
    Property size:
    1,200 SF
    Added:
    Jun 3, 2026
    Days on Market:
    3
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 5 at 2:07 am

    Property Features for 257 S Lake St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,200 SF
    Property subtype
    RETAIL

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    Dan J Dolan

    Listing agent Dan J Dolan

    Listing office Dolan & Murphy Inc

    Listing date Jun 3, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Open retail space ready for custom buildout with an open layout
    • Ample parking
    • High traffic count on Lake St.
    • Located just south of Downtown Aurora
    • Easy access

    Overview

    This retail storefront offers an open layout designed to be customized for a tenant’s specific use. The space is presented as ready for custom buildout, which can help streamline interior planning and fit-out decisions.

    Located on Lake St., the property is described as having a high traffic count on the corridor. It sits just south of Downtown Aurora and provides easy access for customers and deliveries. Ample parking is available, supporting day-to-day storefront operations.

    The open configuration and customization-ready condition make this unit well-suited for retailers seeking flexibility in layout and merchandising. With direct exposure to Lake St. traffic and parking on-site, it supports foot traffic and convenient customer visits, whether for a new concept or an established operator expanding their storefront presence.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Shyam Raj Quick ... (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Aurora
    County
    Kane
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -88.3248985
    Latitude
    41.7556988

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Retail space - Open retail space with ample parking and strong Lake St. visibility for custom buildout.
    Where is this retail space located?
    The property is located at 257 S Lake St Aurora, IL.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Open retail space ready for custom buildout with an open layout; Ample parking; High traffic count on Lake St.
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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.

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    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
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    • 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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    • 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
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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
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