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Masonry Auto Shop Building
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$375,000

7214 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60636

C2-zoned automotive property with multiple work areas, rear parking, and separate addresses and PINs.

Property Size3,500 SF
Price / SF$107.14
Days on Market48

Property Features for 7214 S Western Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,500 SF
Zoning C2

Site & Location

Neighborhood West Englewood
Road Access Yes
Outdoor Storage Yes

Additional Details

Service Bays 9

Amenities

18-ft high double sliding gates
steel insulated garage doors
diamond plate steel entry doors
overhead gas heaters
9 indoor workstations
2 bathrooms

Building Details

Year Built 1964
Buildings 1
Construction masonry
Listing Agency: Real People Realty
Listed By: Amanda Colby · License #475130775
Source: Liveliferealty
Added: Sep 18 Changed: Oct 25 Last Checked: Oct 7 at 2:47PM

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Investment Insights

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This 3,500-square-foot masonry commercial building at 7214 S Western Ave in Chicago is configured for automotive use and currently operates as an auto body shop. Built in 1964, the property includes 9 indoor workstations, 2 bathrooms, rear parking, and additional outdoor vehicle space. A Flexi-Core ceiling, two ceiling-mounted gas heaters installed in 2019, and multiple steel garage doors support the existing layout.

The building has two separate addresses and PINs, providing distinct property identifiers for the site. Improvements include a rubber roof installed in November 2022, 18-foot-high double sliding gates installed in 2021, one remote-operated front garage door installed in 2019, and three newer manually operated rear doors. Two diamond plate steel entry doors were added in 2023. The property is currently occupied by a long-term tenant.

Key Highlights

  • 3,500 SF masonry commercial building built in 1964
  • C2 zoning with current auto body shop use
  • 9 indoor workstations and 2 bathrooms

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$21,948
Cap Rate
5.85%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$438,960 $439.0K
Cap Rate 7%
$313,543 $313.5K
Cap Rate 9%
$243,867 $243.9K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,500 SF
Gross rent
$33.0K $9.43/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.7K −$0.47/SF
EGI
$31.4K $8.96/SF
− OpEx
−$9.4K −$2.69/SF
NOI
$21.9K $6.27/SF
Area
Chicago, IL
Vacancy
5.00%
Lease Rate
$9.43 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$438,960
Cap Rate 7%
$313,543
Cap Rate 9%
$243,867

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Retail
$691.7K
$605.3K – $807.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $48,422 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.91%
Second Best
Flex RnD
$577.2K
$505.1K – $673.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $40,404 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.77%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$1.65M
$1.44M – $1.93M (±1% cap)
NOI $115,517 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 30.80%
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Current Use

J & P Auto ... Auto Repair Shop ProDentim Official Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Corrigan Heating & Air ... HVAC Service

Suggested Use

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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

9
Service bays
Yes
Paved road access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

735
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 60636, IL

34,800
Population
14,363
Households
2.4
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
11%
College-Educated
78%
High-School Grad
3.9 sq mi
ZIP Area
8,923
Density / Sq Mi
$35,077
Median Household Income
$30,411
Median Earnings
$1,135
Median Rent
$150,600
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Industrial in Chicago, IL

4.9% 2019
5.4% 2020
4% 2021
3.3% 2022
4.5% 2023
4.5% 2024
4.7% 2025

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  • Vaquero Auto Repair — 7742 S Claremont Ave, Chicago, IL 60620
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  • Al's Oil & Lube — 7724 s claremont ave, chicago, il 60620

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Auto shop - C2-zoned automotive property with multiple work areas, rear parking, and separate addresses and PINs.
Where is this auto shop located?
The property is located at 7214 S Western Ave Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $375,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3,500 SF masonry commercial building built in 1964; C2 zoning with current auto body shop use; 9 indoor workstations and 2 bathrooms
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