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Income-Producing Retail Strip in Chicago
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$405,000

741 W 79th St, Chicago, IL 60620

Multi-tenant retail strip with income and value-add potential.

Property Size4,778 SF
Lot Size0.17 Acres
Price / SF$84.76
Days on Market94

Property Features for 741 W 79th St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 4,778 SF
Lot size 0.17 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $12,829
Listing Agency: Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed By: Maikol Akintonde, ABR, SFR · License #471004463
Source: Exprealty
Added: May 27 Changed: Aug 25 Last Checked: Aug 26 at 10:17AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located along a revitalizing commercial corridor in Chicago's Auburn Gresham neighborhood, the property at 741-747 W. 79th Street is a multi-tenant retail strip. The property features four street-facing retail storefronts totaling 4,778 square feet on a 7,500 square foot lot. Three of the four units are occupied by a convenience/grocery store, a children's tutoring center, and a fully built-out restaurant, generating immediate income. The fourth storefront is vacant and move-in ready. The property includes a full-footprint basement spanning the entire 4,778 square feet beneath the building, featuring original limestone walls, structural steel framing, and full plumbing rough-ins. The surrounding 79th Street corridor is experiencing public and private investment. The Auburn Park Metra Station, currently under construction and slated for completion in 2026, will enhance commuter accessibility. The City of Chicago's INVEST South/West initiative, the adopted 79th Street Corridor Plan, and streetscape improvements are contributing to the corridor's repositioning. The property is located in an Enterprise Zone.

Key Highlights

  • Immediate income from three occupied retail units (convenience store, tutoring center, restaurant).
  • Significant upside potential from vacant, move‑in‑ready storefront requiring no initial capital investment.
  • Full 4,778 sq ft basement with original limestone walls, steel framing, and plumbing, suitable for various uses.**

Property Analytics

Current Use

auburn preparatory preschool ... High School Soldierz At Variety Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store ParkChicago #390602 Parking Lot & Garage Pangea Apartments Apartment Building S A W BEAUTY ... (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Dental Office Skin Care Clinic Gym & Fitness Center Cafe & Coffee Shop

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

836
Businesses Nearby
9k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 75% Dining 25%
Family Dollar Shops & Services
5,704 visits/mo 0.2 miles
SUBWAY Dining
2,282 visits/mo 0.1 miles
Liberty Tax Shops & Services
1,268 visits/mo 0.1 miles

Demographics for 60620, IL

66,514
Population
30,008
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
20%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
7.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
9,502
Density / Sq Mi
$48,805
Median Household Income
$36,285
Median Earnings
$1,093
Median Rent
$187,900
Median Home Value

Market

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?
Strip mall - Multi-tenant retail strip with income and value-add potential.
Where is this strip mall located?
The property is located at 741 W 79th St Chicago, IL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $405,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Immediate income from three occupied retail units (convenience store, tutoring center, restaurant).; Significant upside potential from vacant, move‑in‑ready storefront requiring no initial capital investment.; Full 4,778 sq ft basement with original limestone walls, steel framing, and plumbing, suitable for various uses.**
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