Downtown Storefront
For Sale
$72,900
317 1st Avenue, Sterling, IL 61081
Commercial Sale, Sterling, IL
Property SizeContact for details
Lot Size0.10 Acres
Days on Market47
Property Features for 317 1st Avenue
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Zoning
COMMR
Directions
Go North through Rock Falls on Route 40, cross bridge into Sterling, go 1 block West side of road on 1st Avenue.
Subdivision
Sterling
Standard status
Active
APN
11214590110000
Lot size
0.10 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
2127
Utilities
Cooling system
Central Air
Building Details
Year built
1920
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
2
Building materials
Brick, Concrete
Listing Agency:
RE/MAX Sauk Valley
(815) 625-3722
Listed By:
Tim McCaslin · License #471002068
(815) 716-7653
Added: Jul 21
Changed: Sep 2
Last Checked: Sep 5 at 6:06AM
MLS# 12711135
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This downtown Sterling commercial property is a brick-and-concrete building constructed in 1920, with central air and more than 8,000 square feet across multiple levels. The main floor is arranged as two sides of approximately 2,100 square feet each. The south side is occupied by The Little Chocolatier, while the north side is vacant and available for a new commercial use. The second floor offers additional space that could be finished for future use.
The property is located at 317 1st Avenue in Sterling, Illinois, within the COMMR zoning designation. The parcel contains 0.0992 acres and includes PIN#11-21-45-90-10. The business operating on the south side may be purchased separately from the buildings.
The property is located at 317 1st Avenue in Sterling, Illinois, within the COMMR zoning designation. The parcel contains 0.0992 acres and includes PIN#11-21-45-90-10. The business operating on the south side may be purchased separately from the buildings.
Key Highlights
- >8,000 square feet across a multi‑level downtown Sterling building
- Two main‑floor sides of approximately 2,100 square feet each
- South side occupied by The Little Chocolatier; north side is vacant
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
649
Businesses Nearby
45k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
Explore this area
Business Placement
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
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Brick-and-concrete commercial building with central air, one occupied side, and one vacant side.
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: >8,000 square feet across a multi‑level downtown Sterling building; Two main‑floor sides of approximately 2,100 square feet each; South side occupied by The Little Chocolatier; north side is vacant
