Versatile Commercial Site on Sauk
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65 E Sauk Trail, South Chicago Heights, IL 60411
1.2-acre site with 3,400 SF building, ideal for various uses.
Property Size3,400 SF
Lot Size1.20 Acres
Price / SF$183.82
Days on Market143
Property Features for 65 E Sauk Trail
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
3,400 SF
Lot size
1.20 Acres
Property subtype
Special Purpose, Industrial
Building Details
Year Built
1980
Stories
2
Listing Agency:
Realty of America, LLC
(708) 788-1900
Listed By:
Margaret Schmidt · License #475214500
Source:
Crexi
Added: Mar 23
Changed: Aug 8
Last Checked: Aug 11 at 9:21AM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This 1.2-acre commercial site on Sauk Trail presents a significant opportunity. The property includes a 3,400 square foot building featuring six drive-in bays, overhead doors, storage areas, and dedicated office space. It benefits from approximately 18,000 vehicles passing daily and 180 feet of frontage. The site provides immediate access to I-57 and I-80. The building is equipped with 360 amp, 3-phase power. The layout is suitable for various operations, such as auto repair, truck parking, fleet services, a contractor yard, and outdoor storage. The rear lot depth exceeds 280 feet, offering flexible yard space and accessibility. Currently operating as a tire shop, the real estate is offered for sale, with the option to acquire the business separately. Zoned B1/X, this property offers strong regional connectivity and a functional layout.
Key Highlights
- 1.2‑acre site with B1/X zoning offering exceptional flexibility for various commercial uses.
- High traffic location with approximately 18,000 vehicles daily and 180 feet of frontage on Sauk Trail.
- Immediate access to I‑57 and I‑80 providing strong regional connectivity.
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI = area × lease_rate × (100 − vacancy) / 100 × (1 − expense_ratio). Net Operating Income — what the owner takes home each year before mortgage payments and income tax. Effective rent (asking rent minus vacancy losses) minus operating costs (taxes, insurance, maintenance, management).
NOI / Yr
$47,193
Cap rate = NOI / list price × 100. Capitalization rate — annual return on a fully cash purchase, before financing. NOI divided by price. Higher means more income per dollar invested, but usually also more risk or older condition. 5–8% is typical for stabilized commercial property; double digits often signal distressed deals.
Cap Rate
7.55%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$943,860
$943.9K
Cap Rate 7%
$674,186
$674.2K
Cap Rate 9%
$524,367
$524.4K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,400 SF
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.
Gross rent
$73.4K $21.60/SF
− Vacancy
−$6.0K −$1.77/SF
EGI
$67.4K $19.83/SF
− OpEx
−$20.2K −$5.95/SF
NOI
$47.2K $13.88/SF
Area
Cook County, IL
Vacancy
8.20%
Lease Rate
$21.60 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap rates vary significantly by property type, market, and asset quality.
Typical U.S. stable-market ranges:
Multifamily — 4.5% to 6.5% (Class A in primary markets often sub-5%; Class C in secondary markets 6%+)
Industrial / Logistics — 5.0% to 7.0% (compressed heavily in recent years due to e-commerce demand)
Office — 6.5% to 9%+ (wide spread post-2020; CBD Class A vs. suburban Class B varies dramatically)
Retail — 5.5% to 8.5% (grocery-anchored on the low end, unanchored strip centers higher)
Hospitality / Hotels — 7.5% to 10%+ (higher due to operational risk)
Self-Storage — 5.5% to 7.5%
Medical Office — 6.0% to 7.5%
Net Lease (single tenant, credit) — 5.0% to 7.0% depending on tenant credit and lease term
Rules of thumb:
Primary markets (NYC, SF, LA, Boston, DC) trade at lower cap rates than secondary/tertiary markets, often by 100–200 bps (bps, aka basis points; 1 bp = 0.01%).
Class A assets trade ~50–150 bps tighter than Class B, and Class B tighter than Class C.
Cap rates move inversely with price — a lower cap rate means a higher price for the same NOI.
Spread to the 10-year Treasury is a common benchmark; historically 200–400 bps over the 10-year.
Cap Rate 5%
$943,860
Cap Rate 7%
$674,186
Cap Rate 9%
$524,367
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Retail
$674.2K
$589.9K – $786.6K
NOI $47,193 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.55%
Second Best
Industrial
$209.1K
$183.0K – $243.9K
NOI $14,636 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 2.34%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.17M
$1.03M – $1.37M
NOI $82,171 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 13.15%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
146
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use
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Business Placement
Demographics for 60411, IL
53,515
Population
21,382
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
36
Median Age
22%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
30.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,743
Density / Sq Mi
$56,627
Median Household Income
$35,995
Median Earnings
$1,156
Median Rent
$148,200
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Auto shop - 1.2-acre site with 3,400 SF building, ideal for various uses.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 65 E Sauk Trail South Chicago Heights, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $625,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1.2‑acre site with B1/X zoning offering exceptional flexibility for various commercial uses.; High traffic location with approximately 18,000 vehicles daily and 180 feet of frontage on Sauk Trail.; Immediate access to I‑57 and I‑80 providing strong regional connectivity.
