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436 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60605

Former fast food build-out with substantial street frontage on a high-volume Chicago corner.

Space Size2,500 SF
Days on Market59

Property Features for 436 South Wabash Avenue

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,500 SF
Property subtype Retail

Additional Details

Traffic Count 50,000 vehicles/day

Building Details

Tenancy Multiple

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Suite 1 | Corner | NWC Ida B. Wells & Wabash

Size
2,500 SF
Type
Retail
Availability
Active
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Listing Agency: Kirsch Agency
Listed By: Corey Black · License #475156771
Source: Crexi
Added: Jun 15 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Aug 11 at 9:16AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This space was previously used as a fast food restaurant and features a build-out suited for quick-service operations. The offering includes approximately 70 feet of frontage, providing a prominent presence for customer-facing signage and visibility.

The location is at the northwest corner of Wabash and Ida B Wells Drive, an intersection that sees close to 50,000 vehicles per day. The tenant mix includes co-tenancy with Cafecito, which has been operating at the location for 15+ years.

For operators seeking a turnkey-style fast food layout with strong street presence, this former quick-service space offers a practical path to reopening or rebranding without starting from an empty shell. Its corner positioning and long frontage can support drive-by and walk-in awareness in a retail-oriented setting alongside an established neighborhood tenant.

Key Highlights

  • Former Dairy Queen space with fast food restaurant build‑out
  • 70 ft of frontage on a high‑volume Chicago corner at the NWC of Wabash and Ida B Wells Drive
  • Area sees close to 50,000 vehicles per day

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Suggested Use

Top Pick (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Butcher Buffet Adult Day Care Tanning Salon Pet Grooming 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.

Lease Details

50,000 VPD
Traffic count
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

12,132
Businesses Nearby
227k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Superstores 58% Groceries 20% Hotels & Casinos 11% Apparel 8%
Target Superstores
131,620 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Jewel-Osco Groceries
46,012 visits/mo 0.4 miles
H&M Apparel
18,041 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Renaissance Blackstone Hotel Hotels & Casinos
13,890 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Best Western Grant Park Hotel Hotels & Casinos
6,261 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 60605, IL

34,071
Population
20,478
Households
1.7
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
82%
College-Educated
96%
High-School Grad
1.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
24,336
Density / Sq Mi
$118,403
Median Household Income
$82,091
Median Earnings
$2,402
Median Rent
$495,900
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Chicago, IL

$31.5 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$18–$58 /SF/Yr
Price Range
5,069 SF
Avg Space Size

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Chicago, IL

9.1% 2019
9.2% 2020
8.8% 2021
8.1% 2022
7% 2023
6.6% 2024
7.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Former fast food build-out with substantial street frontage on a high-volume Chicago corner.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 436 South Wabash Avenue Chicago, IL.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Former Dairy Queen space with fast food restaurant build‑out; 70 ft of frontage on a high‑volume Chicago corner at the NWC of Wabash and Ida B Wells Drive; Area sees close to 50,000 vehicles per day
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