Five-Story Historic Office
For Sale
$999,000
628 Columbus Street, Ottawa, IL 61350
COMMERCIAL - Ottawa, IL
Property Size36,400 SF
Lot Size0.57 Acres
Price / SF$27.45
Days on Market56
Property Features for 628 Columbus Street
General Information
Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Office
Zoning
COMMR
Directions
North from I-80 take IL route 23 south to downtown Ottawa, turn left on Main Street and another left on Columbus. The parking lot and then building will be on your right. From the south take IL-71 north to downtown Ottawa, merge with IL-23 and property will be on your right. There is additional street parking north of the property.
Subdivision
Danway / Dayton / Naplate / Ottawa / Prairie Center
Standard status
Active
APN
2111403011
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Taxes and HOA fees
Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
15024
Utilities
Utilities
Cable Available
Cooling system
Ceiling Fan(s), Other (Cooling)
Amenities
grand windows
natural light
Fox River views
rich woodwork
period-accurate fixtures
24/7 secure building access
Building Details
Year built
1914
Floors in Building
5
Number of units
45
Flooring type
Terrazzo, Wood
Building materials
Brick, Concrete, Block
Roof type
Rubber, Membrane
Listing Agency:
Coldwell Banker Commercial Real Estate Group · Coldwell Banker Real Estate
(630) 844-2222
Listed By:
Leah Erickson · License #475204597
(815) 553-2411
Added: Jun 25
Changed: Aug 4
Last Checked: Aug 19 at 12:06PM
MLS# 12688011
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Five-story historic office building with a flexible multi-tenant layout, including an interior stairway and two passenger elevators. The basement spans the entire footprint of the building and offers storage options or potential for additional tenancy. Interior finishes include terrazzo and wood flooring, and the property is supported by a brick, concrete, and block construction with rubber and membrane roofing. Cooling includes other (cooling) and ceiling fan(s), and utilities noted include cable available. Built in 1914, the building includes a low-maintenance envelope and has undergone recent updates to mechanical systems.
The property sits on a prominent 25,640-square-foot site with 150 feet of high-visibility frontage on Columbus Street. It overlooks the business district and extends to riverside frontage along the Fox River. A private asphalt-paved parking lot accommodates approximately 42 vehicles. The building also has 24/7 secure building access for tenants and after-hours visitors.
Zoned COMMR, the offering includes available tenant spaces described from 100 to 5,000+ square feet, supporting both professional services and mixed-use redevelopment concepts.
The property sits on a prominent 25,640-square-foot site with 150 feet of high-visibility frontage on Columbus Street. It overlooks the business district and extends to riverside frontage along the Fox River. A private asphalt-paved parking lot accommodates approximately 42 vehicles. The building also has 24/7 secure building access for tenants and after-hours visitors.
Zoned COMMR, the offering includes available tenant spaces described from 100 to 5,000+ square feet, supporting both professional services and mixed-use redevelopment concepts.
Key Highlights
- 25,640‑square‑foot site with 150 feet of high‑visibility frontage on Columbus Street
- 36,400 total square feet above grade over five floors
- Flexible multi‑tenant layout with interior stairway and two passenger elevators
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
Multi-tenant
Tenancy
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
878
Businesses Nearby
Explore this area
Business Placement
Demographics for 61350, IL
23,997
Population
10,853
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
152.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
157
Density / Sq Mi
$77,562
Median Household Income
$43,042
Median Earnings
$940
Median Rent
$157,100
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Office in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Office building - Five-story office building on a 0.57-acre site with interior stairway, two passenger elevators, and large basement footprint.
Where is this office building located?
The property is located at 628 Columbus Street Ottawa, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $999,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 25,640‑square‑foot site with 150 feet of high‑visibility frontage on Columbus Street; 36,400 total square feet above grade over five floors; Flexible multi‑tenant layout with interior stairway and two passenger elevators
