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Turnkey Ground-Floor Salon Retail
For Lease
$28 SF/Yr

68 E 21st Street #1, Chicago, IL 60616

Move-in-ready salon/beauty space in a landmark mixed-use building with strong street-level pedestrian exposure.

Space SizeContact for details
Days on Market71

Property Features for 68 E 21st Street #1

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Commercial

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Amenities

Central air
Central Air Cooling

Building Details

Year Built 1950
Listing Agency: VOLTA INVESTMENTS LLC
Listed By: DOMINIC BERTUCCI
Source: Corcoran
Added: Jun 3 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Jul 20 at 3:53PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

A 3,391 SF ground-floor retail opportunity offered for lease, presented as a fully built-out salon space designed for immediate occupancy. The interior includes a modern layout and existing salon infrastructure, making it practical for tenants looking to open without extensive build-out. The space is configured to support a salon and related service model, with storefront frontage intended to capture walk-by attention.

The property is located in Chicago’s historic Motor Row District within a landmark mixed-use building. It benefits from strong pedestrian exposure along 21st Street, and the surrounding area connects to major destinations including downtown Chicago, McCormick Place, and Lake Shore Drive. Transit access via CTA and the nearby South Loop dining and entertainment environment further support day-to-day customer reach.

This space is well-suited for salon, beauty, wellness, and medical aesthetics operators, or other retail users seeking a turnkey ground-floor setup in a mixed-use setting. With its ready-for-occupancy condition and built-in improvements oriented to salon use, it offers a straightforward path for an operator to begin trading promptly in a high-visibility corridor.

Key Highlights

  • 3,391 SF ground‑floor retail salon space in Chicago’s Motor Row District
  • Fully built‑out salon layout with existing salon infrastructure for immediate occupancy
  • Located in a landmark mixed‑use building with street‑level pedestrian exposure along 21st Street

Property Analytics

Current Use

Be.Twisted Hair Salon Issues Barber & Beauty ... Hair Salon

Suggested Use

Top Pick Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Daycare Center Pet Grooming Service Pet Store HVAC 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

Turnkey business
Opportunity
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$4.20 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,534
Businesses Nearby
169k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 32% Groceries 30% Hotels & Casinos 20% Shops & Services 18%
Mariano's Groceries
50,480 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Marriott Marquis Chicago Hotels & Casinos
33,862 visits/mo 0.2 miles
White Castle Dining
23,545 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Pizanos Pizza Dining
13,973 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Chase Bank Shops & Services
11,972 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 60616, IL

54,013
Population
26,912
Households
2
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
53%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
3.8 sq mi
ZIP Area
14,214
Density / Sq Mi
$77,841
Median Household Income
$53,415
Median Earnings
$1,329
Median Rent
$387,300
Median Home Value

Market

Lease Benchmarks for Chicago, IL

$29.23 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$22–$44 /SF/Yr
Price Range
2,205 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 4% below the average of $29.23 /SF/Yr.

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?
Spa & wellness property - Move-in-ready salon/beauty space in a landmark mixed-use building with strong street-level pedestrian exposure.
Where is this spa & wellness property located?
The property is located at 68 E 21st Street #1 Chicago, IL.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $28 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,391 SF ground‑floor retail salon space in Chicago’s Motor Row District; Fully built‑out salon layout with existing salon infrastructure for immediate occupancy; Located in a landmark mixed‑use building with street‑level pedestrian exposure along 21st Street
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