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Five-Tenant Corner Retail Center
For Sale
$1,199,000

5159 W Diversey Avenue, Chicago, IL 60639

Commercial Sale, Chicago, IL

Property Size7,500 SF
Lot Size0.22 Acres
Price / SF$159.87
Days on Market431

Property Features for 5159 W Diversey Avenue

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Retail
Zoning COMMR
Directions Diversey Ave at Laramie Ave. Between Cicero Ave. and Central Ave
Subdivision CHI - Belmont Cragin
Standard status Active
APN 13284000030000
Lot size 0.22 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2023
Tax Annual Amount 28858

Utilities

Cooling system Central Air

Building Details

Year built 1943
Floors in Building 1
Number of units 5
Listing Agency: Century 21 Circle · Coldwell Banker Real Estate
Listed By: Mark Ahmad · License #471007186
Added: Aug 11, 2025 Changed: Oct 10 Last Checked: Oct 15 at 5:06AM
MLS# 12442792

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This Chicago retail center contains approximately 7,500 square feet arranged as five leased retail stores. The building dates to 1943, includes central air conditioning, and provides four tandem parking spaces at the rear. The property is zoned COMMR.

The center occupies the corner of Diversey Avenue and Laramie Avenue within a business and commercial district surrounded by residential population. Walgreens and currency exchange stores are located across the street, adding established retail uses directly opposite the property. Its corner placement provides street exposure along both avenues.

Key Highlights

  • Approximately 7,500 Sq. ft. building with 5 leased retail stores
  • Corner location at Diversey Ave. and Laramie Ave.
  • 4‑Tandem parking spaces in the rear

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$106,993
Cap Rate
8.92%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,139,860 $2.1M
Cap Rate 7%
$1,528,471 $1.5M
Cap Rate 9%
$1,188,811 $1.2M
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 7,500 SF
Gross rent
$166.5K $22.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$13.7K −$1.82/SF
EGI
$152.8K $20.38/SF
− OpEx
−$45.9K −$6.11/SF
NOI
$107.0K $14.27/SF
Area
ZIP 60639
Vacancy
8.20%
Lease Rate
$22.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$2,139,860
Cap Rate 7%
$1,528,471
Cap Rate 9%
$1,188,811

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$1.53M
$1.34M – $1.78M (±1% cap)
NOI $106,993 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.92%
Second Best
—
—
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$3.32M
$2.90M – $3.87M (±1% cap)
NOI $232,128 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 19.36%
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Current Use

Metro by T-Mobile Mobile Phone Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Law Firm Acupuncture Garden Center Catering Service Nursing Home (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

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

Multi-tenant
Tenancy

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,071
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 60639, IL

89,543
Population
28,656
Households
3.1
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
15%
College-Educated
69%
High-School Grad
5.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
17,909
Density / Sq Mi
$59,710
Median Household Income
$34,846
Median Earnings
$1,212
Median Rent
$289,000
Median Home Value
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Market

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?
Shopping center - Five occupied storefronts anchor a corner commercial property with rear tandem parking and central air conditioning.
Where is this shopping center located?
The property is located at 5159 W Diversey Avenue Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,199,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approximately 7,500 Sq. ft. building with 5 leased retail stores; Corner location at Diversey Ave. and Laramie Ave.; 4‑Tandem parking spaces in the rear
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