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    5 Birch Drive, Putnam, IL 61560

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    Flat, buildable lot near Lake Thunderbird with water access and drive-in entry for convenient development planning.

    Type:Land
    Added:
    May 12, 2026
    Days on Market:
    27
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 6 at 5:21 am

    Property Features for 5 Birch Drive

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Property subtype
    Land

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    Irena Soprych

    Listing agent Irena Soprych License #475122739

    Listing office RE/MAX 10 in the Park

    Listing date May 12, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Flat, buildable lot near Lake Thunderbird with water supply
    • Drive‑in entrance with culvert over swale
    • HOA is $701 per year, and water is included
    • Private septic system required
    • Gas and electricity run nearby
    • Seller has survey

    Overview

    This is a flat, clean, buildable waterfront lot at Lake Thunderbird. The property includes a water supply and a drive-in entrance, with a culvert over a swale to support vehicle access. A private septic system is required, and gas and electricity run near the lot. The seller has provided a survey.

    The site is described as close to the lake clubhouse and provides easy access to a public beach, fishing spots, boating facilities, and swimming areas. The surrounding recreation amenities mentioned include volleyball sand, tennis courts, skiing, hiking, parks, and nature trails, along with abundant local nature and wildlife. The property is offered with an HOA of $701 per year, and water is included.

    For buyers looking to build, this parcel offers a straightforward starting point with utilities nearby and water already addressed. Its flat grade and drive-in access can support practical site planning for a future residence, while the required private septic system should be factored into development timelines and approvals. The HOA should be reviewed for ongoing community requirements associated with Lake Thunderbird.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Waterfront Land

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Grocery & Convenience Store Electrical Service

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Putnam
    County
    Putnam
    State
    Illinois
    Longitude
    -89.442305
    Latitude
    41.211064

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Waterfront Land - Flat, buildable lot near Lake Thunderbird with water access and drive-in entry for convenient development planning.
    Where is this waterfront land located?
    The property is located at 5 Birch Drive Putnam, IL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is Off market.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Flat, buildable lot near Lake Thunderbird with water supply; Drive‑in entrance with culvert over swale; HOA is $701 per year, and water is included
    (708) 257-3928
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    Real Estate License ID: 475122739
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    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

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    • 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

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    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

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    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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