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Retail Development Site with Storefront
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For Sale
$450,000

2958 Central Street, Evanston, IL 60201

Commercial development parcel with an existing standalone storefront for immediate use or holding income.

Property Size495 SF
Lot Size0.10 Acres
Price / SF$909.09
Days on Market7

Property Features for 2958 Central Street

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 495 SF
Total Parking Spaces 4
Lot size 0.10 Acres
Property subtype Land or Vacant Lot
Zoning B1a

Amenities

Central air
Central Air Cooling
Natural Gas Heating
Off Alley
Listing Agency: BAIRD & WARNER
Listed By: PANKAJ DHAWAN
Source: Corcoran
Added: Jul 24 Changed: Jul 27 Last Checked: Jul 29 at 7:30AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This for-sale commercial development parcel is approximately 35' x 120' and includes a standalone storefront building of about 495 SF. The property is located in the B1a Business District with Subarea 5 (Mixed-Use B) Central Street Overlay guidelines, and the site offers a base 2.0 FAR (up to approximately 8,400 buildable GSF). The development envelope allows for a 3-story, up to a 40-ft maximum height, with potential 0-ft side yard setback.

A rear alley provides access for approximately 4 off-street parking spaces, with the potential for TOD-related parking reductions described in the provided materials. The existing storefront can support immediate functional use while permits are pursued, and the building is noted as having no asbestos. The seller is offering the property “AS-IS.”

The feasibility materials provided contemplate a ground-floor commercial component with upper-story residential units, supported by the site’s rear access and overlay development parameters.

Key Highlights

  • ~4,200 SF commercial development parcel (~35' x 120') on North Evanston’s Central Street corridor
  • Zoned B1a Business District with Subarea 5 (Mixed‑Use B) Central Street Overlay guidelines
  • Base 2.0 FAR (up to ~8,400 buildable GSF) with potential 0‑ft side yard setback and 3‑story / 40‑ft max height envelope

Property Analytics

Current Use

Commercial land

Suggested Use

Top Pick Hair Salon (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Grocery & Convenience Store Barber Shop Auto Parts Store HVAC Service

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

968
Businesses Nearby
23k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 63% Shops & Services 26% Home Improvements & Furnishings 12%
Starbucks Dining
11,617 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Shell Shops & Services
4,639 visits/mo 0.0 miles
SUBWAY Dining
2,991 visits/mo 0.5 miles
True Value Hardware Home Improvements & Furnishings
2,689 visits/mo 0.1 miles
BMO Harris Bank Shops & Services
1,339 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 60201, IL

44,652
Population
18,890
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
74%
College-Educated
97%
High-School Grad
4.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
9,923
Density / Sq Mi
$92,101
Median Household Income
$42,412
Median Earnings
$1,792
Median Rent
$577,800
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Commercial land - Commercial development parcel with an existing standalone storefront for immediate use or holding income.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 2958 Central Street Evanston, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $450,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: ~4,200 SF commercial development parcel (~35' x 120') on North Evanston’s Central Street corridor; Zoned B1a Business District with Subarea 5 (Mixed‑Use B) Central Street Overlay guidelines; Base 2.0 FAR (up to ~8,400 buildable GSF) with potential 0‑ft side yard setback and 3‑story / 40‑ft max height envelope
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