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    403 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL

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    Class A office building in downtown Sterling, Illinois for sale.

    Type:OFFICE
    Property size:
    13,000 SF
    Lot size:
    0.62 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $126/SF
    Added:
    Sep 19, 2025
    Days on Market:
    245
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 10:41 pm

    Property Features for 403 E 3rd St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    13,000 SF
    Lot size
    0.62 Acres
    Property subtype
    OFFICE

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    Listing Contact
    Scott Fitzgerald
    Scott Fitzgerald

    Listing agent Scott Fitzgerald

    Listing office Joseph Rossi & Associates, Inc (JRA) - Corporate

    Listing date Sep 19, 2025

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    HighLights

    • 100% occupancy since 1992, providing a stable, high‑credit investment.
    • Anchored by a top national CPA and consulting firm.
    • Located in downtown Sterling, Illinois, near City Hall, the U.S. Post Office, and the courthouse.
    • Class A masonry office building with 13,000 SF.
    • Recent upgrades include a new roof, ADA‑compliant restrooms, and parking improvements.
    • Highly desirable location 100 miles west of Chicago and 45 miles east of the Quad Cities.

    Overview

    This 13,000 square foot Class A masonry office building is located in downtown Sterling, Illinois, approximately 100 miles west of Chicago and 45 miles east of the Quad Cities. Recent upgrades to the property include a new roof, ADA-compliant restrooms, and parking improvements. The building is situated near City Hall, the U.S. Post Office, and the courthouse. Anchored by a national CPA and consulting firm, the property has maintained 100% occupancy since 1992, offering a stable investment opportunity.

    Financial Insights

    Value Estimation Calculated for Office B

    Conservative
    $963.3K
    NOI $86,697 @ 9.00% cap · cautious / downside scenario
    Moderate
    $1.24M
    NOI $86,697 @ 7.00% cap · market / base-case scenario
    Aggressive
    $1.73M
    NOI $86,697 @ 5.00% cap · optimistic / upside scenario

    NOI & Cap Rate Calculator

    NOI Build-Up
    Vacancy
    income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
    EGI (Effective Gross Income)
    gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
    OpEx (Operating Expenses)
    recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
    NOI (Net Operating Income)
    income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
         Calculated for Office B

    Component $ $/SF
    Gross rent $148.2k $11.40
    − Vacancy −$32.6k −$2.51
    EGI $115.6k $8.89
    − OpEx −$28.9k −$2.22
    NOI $86.7k $6.67
    13,000 SF · lease $11.40/SF/yr · vacancy 22.00% · expense 25.00%

    Alternative Use Scenarios

    Best Use
    Office B
    $1.24M
    $1.08M – $1.44M (±1% cap)
    NOI $86,697 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.25%
    Second Best
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    —
    no second resolved use
    Theoretical Best
    Specialty Retail
    $2.43M
    $2.13M – $2.84M (±1% cap)
    NOI $170,235 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.32%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Wipfli Accounting Firm

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Sterling
    County
    Whiteside
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -89.6899
    Latitude
    41.7892

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office building - Class A office building in downtown Sterling, Illinois for sale.
    Where is this office building located?
    The property is located at 403 E 3rd St Sterling, IL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $1,650,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: 100% occupancy since 1992, providing a stable, high‑credit investment.; Anchored by a top national CPA and consulting firm.; Located in downtown Sterling, Illinois, near City Hall, the U.S. Post Office, and the courthouse.
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    Realmo Value Estimations

    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

    These figures are not official appraisals and should not be used as a substitute for a valuation performed by a licensed appraiser.
    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for actions taken based on these estimates.

    AI approach

    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

    Realmo CapRate Calculation

    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    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.

    Disclaimer

    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
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

    Professional Guidance Recommended: Before making any investment or financial decisions, consult with licensed appraisers, commercial real estate brokers, and financial advisors who can evaluate your specific property and circumstances.
    By using this feature, you acknowledge that Realmo is not responsible for investment decisions or actions taken based on these estimates.

    Cap approach

    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

    Comparable Sales Method, enhanced by Geo coefficients — location-based adjustment factors that reflect differences in price levels across neighborhoods, cities, or regions ensuring a more accurate, market-sensitive valuation.

    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • 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
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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