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Zoned B-2 Commercial Land
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840 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120

Commercial land with two well-maintained buildings and 200+ feet of frontage in a B-2 zone.

Property Size4,500 SF
Lot Size1.50 Acres
Days on Market48

Property Features for 840 E Chicago St

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 4,500 SF
Lot size 1.50 Acres
Property subtype Retail
Zoning B-2

Additional Details

Business Included Yes
Listing Agency: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate Schaumburg
Listed By: Jon Johnson · License #IL 475139297
Source: Crexi
Added: Jul 21 Changed: Aug 27 Last Checked: Sep 1 at 10:17PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This offering consists of 1.5+ acres of commercial land zoned B-2, improved with two well-maintained buildings of approximately 3,000 and 1,500 square feet. The seller’s remarks indicate the property has historically supported an auto sales operation.

The land includes over 200 feet of frontage on Chicago St on Elgin’s east side in Cook County, providing direct street presence for commercial use.

A second lot is described as approximately 0.75 acre with a separate tax pin, along with an approximately 8,000 square foot auto service building that may be available as an option to a buyer of this property. The seller notes bank financing and possible seller financing as options.

Key Highlights

  • 1.5+ acre commercial property zoned B‑2 in Cook County
  • 200+ feet of frontage on busy Chicago St
  • Two well‑maintained buildings totaling approximately 4,500 SF (about 3,000 SF and 1,500 SF each)

Property Analytics

Current Use

Affordable Autos Inc. Car Dealership

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Hair Salon Nail Salon Restaurant

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

388
Businesses Nearby
3k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 100%
Hopkins Ford of Elgin, Inc. Shops & Services
2,720 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 60120, IL

50,799
Population
17,112
Households
3
Avg Household Size
35
Median Age
19%
College-Educated
74%
High-School Grad
17.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,919
Density / Sq Mi
$80,305
Median Household Income
$37,495
Median Earnings
$1,250
Median Rent
$227,000
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?
Commercial land - Commercial land with two well-maintained buildings and 200+ feet of frontage in a B-2 zone.
Where is this commercial land located?
The property is located at 840 E Chicago St Elgin, IL.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 1.5+ acre commercial property zoned B‑2 in Cook County; 200+ feet of frontage on busy Chicago St; Two well‑maintained buildings totaling approximately 4,500 SF (about 3,000 SF and 1,500 SF each)
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