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707 Freeport Road, Sterling, IL 61081

Turnkey bar and grill setup with a fully equipped kitchen, gaming room, and large outdoor patio.

Property SizeContact for details
Days on Market65

Property Features for 707 Freeport Road

General Information

Standard status Active
Total Parking Spaces 50
Property subtype Mixed Use

Restaurant

Commercial Hood Yes
Liquor License Yes

Additional Details

Business Included Yes

Building Details

Year Built 1981
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Sauk Valley
Listed By: Nick Garcia · License #475217743
Source: Crexi
Added: Jun 3 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Aug 5 at 3:24PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This turnkey bar and grill property is built for immediate operation. The main dining area is arranged with booths, tables, and bar seating, and includes a fireplace in the main seating area. A dedicated gaming room offers multiple gaming machines and pool tables, with additional entertainment features including a jukebox. The commercial kitchen is fully equipped with an approximately 18-foot hood system, walk-in cooler and freezer, multiple fryers, griddle and broiler, prep refrigeration, stainless steel work areas, an ice machine, and ample storage.

The layout also includes a liquor room and an office/camera room, along with an employee restroom. Additional support spaces include basement storage with sump pumps. Comfort and efficiency are provided by five furnaces, central air conditioning, and two mini-split units. The property includes an outdoor patio measuring approximately 29' x 35', plus 50+ parking spaces and a large rear lot that may support future commercial use or expansion.

For a buyer or operator, the strongest appeal is the in-place operational infrastructure: dining and bar seating, gaming room functionality, and a fully equipped commercial kitchen and bar support areas. With the sale including furniture, equipment, inventory, and a fully stocked liquor and food supply, the property is structured to help an experienced hospitality team open or continue service without rebuilding the core systems.

Key Highlights

  • 1981‑built commercial bar and grill with main dining, bar seating, and a dedicated gaming room
  • Fully equipped commercial kitchen with ~18' hood system, walk‑in cooler/freezer, and multiple fryers, griddle, and broiler
  • Large outdoor patio measuring approximately 29' x 35' plus liquor room, office/camera room, and employee restroom

Property Analytics

Current Use

Johnny's Bar & Grill Bar & Pub

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Dental Office Building Supply Law Firm Big Box & Wholesale Store Kitchen & Bath Showroom

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
Yes
Commercial hood
Yes
Liquor license

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

376
Businesses Nearby
66k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Dining 60% Shops & Services 24% Apparel 14% Beauty & Spa 2%
McDonald's Dining
26,437 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Goodwill Apparel
9,177 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Shell Shops & Services
9,003 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Wendy's Dining
7,813 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Phillips 66 Shops & Services
6,570 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 61081, IL

21,064
Population
9,753
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
43
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
124.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
169
Density / Sq Mi
$60,854
Median Household Income
$40,497
Median Earnings
$791
Median Rent
$121,000
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region

8% 2020
7.3% 2021
6.5% 2022
6% 2023
5.7% 2024
6.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Bar & Pub - Turnkey bar and grill setup with a fully equipped kitchen, gaming room, and large outdoor patio.
Where is this bar & pub located?
The property is located at 707 Freeport Road Sterling, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $799,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1981‑built commercial bar and grill with main dining, bar seating, and a dedicated gaming room; Fully equipped commercial kitchen with ~18' hood system, walk‑in cooler/freezer, and multiple fryers, griddle, and broiler; Large outdoor patio measuring approximately 29' x 35' plus liquor room, office/camera room, and employee restroom
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