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Two-Story Storefront Building
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$72,900

317 1st Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081

Separate ground-floor sections accommodate retail, service, or professional businesses.

Property Size8,496 SF
Price / SF$8.58
Days on Market97

Property Features for 317 1st Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 8,496 SF
Property subtype Commercial
Zoning COMMR

Additional Details

Tenant in Place Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $2,127

Building Details

Building Size 8,496 SF
Year Built 1920
Stories 2
Units 2
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Listed By: Tim McCaslin · License #471002068
Source: Gogginrealestate
Added: Jul 21 Changed: Oct 24 Last Checked: Oct 23 at 2:39PM

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Built in 1920, this 8,496-square-foot storefront property at 317 1st Avenue in Sterling has two ground-floor sides, each approximately 2,100 square feet. The south side is occupied by The Little Chocolatier, while the north side is vacant. Zoning is COMMR.

A second floor is part of the building and could be finished for rental use. The property is located in downtown Sterling, Illinois.

Key Highlights

  • 8,496‑square‑foot building constructed in 1920
  • Two ground‑floor sides, each approximately 2,100 square feet
  • North side is vacant; The Little Chocolatier occupies the south side

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Current Use

Little Chocolatier Marketing & Advertising

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply Auto Parts Store Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Pharmacy

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

649
Businesses Nearby
45k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Groceries 44% Dining 30% Shops & Services 21% Hotels & Casinos 3%
County Market Groceries
19,902 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Taco Bell Dining
13,339 visits/mo 0.2 miles
U.S. Bank Shops & Services
4,048 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Citgo Shops & Services
3,637 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Rock Falls Hotels & Casinos
1,422 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 61081, IL

21,064
Population
9,753
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
124.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
169
Density / Sq Mi
$60,854
Median Household Income
$40,497
Median Earnings
$791
Median Rent
$121,000
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Separate ground-floor sections accommodate retail, service, or professional businesses.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 317 1st Avenue Sterling, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $72,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 8,496‑square‑foot building constructed in 1920; Two ground‑floor sides, each approximately 2,100 square feet; North side is vacant; The Little Chocolatier occupies the south side
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