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Renovated Storefront Near Downtown
Updated: Oct 16, 2025
Renovated Storefront Near Downtown

508 E 3rd St, Sterling, IL

$124,900
1,251 sqft 0.15 AC lot
Newly renovated commercial storefront, ready for immediate operation or lease.
High traffic count location near downtown.
Newly resurfaced parking lot with storefront parking.
New exterior paint and steel roofing.
Refreshed interior with open concept.
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Versatile Commercial Property on Acreage
Updated: Apr 7, 2025
Versatile Commercial Property on Acreage

1706 E 5th Street, Sterling, IL 61081

$200,000
3,925 sqft 1.74 AC lot
Commercially zoned 1.74‑acre lot offers flexible business opportunities.
Commercial building includes large display windows, a checkout area, and attached garage with 10' door.
Features a 6x13' walk‑in cooler, ideal for businesses requiring refrigeration.
Suitable for retail, office, greenhouse operation, landscaping supply, garden center, or specialty commercial use.
Offers additional exterior covered storage and two separate unfinished basement areas.
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Based on your search, we've compiled 12 Potential Opportunities for your consideration. Besides 2 Active listings in Sterling, IL, we suggest exploring several alternatives: 4 properties in Nearby Cities, and similar 2 Off-Market properties to explore as potential leads, plus 4 Land Listings that present a potential for development.

Opportunities in Nearby Cities

Here are 4 Similar properties we found in Nearby Locations for your consideration.

Multi-Use Commercial Building
Multi-Use Commercial Building

534 IL Route 2, Dixon, IL 61021

$179,000
3.50 AC lot

Versatile building with office, retail, and restaurant-ready spaces plus strong Route 2 visibility.

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Turnkey Restaurant in High Traffic Area
Turnkey Restaurant in High Traffic Area

201 W 2nd Street, Rock Falls, IL 61071

$249,000
1,000 sqft 0.06 AC lot

Established restaurant with additional retail space and apartment potential.

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Dixon, IL Retail Investment Opportunity
Dixon, IL Retail Investment Opportunity

520 W 3rd St, Dixon, IL

$1,090,909
10,000 sqft 0.25 AC lot

Well-located Dollar General with long-term lease and strong local fundamentals.

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Rock Falls Mixed-Use Building
Rock Falls Mixed-Use Building

110 W 2nd Street, Rock Falls, IL 61071

$265,000
0.06 AC lot

Mixed-use property with restaurant and apartments in Rock Falls.

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Potential Development Sites for Consideration

Can't find the perfect fit? These Land listings present an alternative path: the potential to develop a property for your specific goals.

Important: These AI-suggestions are a starting point, not a guarantee of permitted use. All zoning, permitting, and land use information must be independently verified by you with the appropriate local authorities before making any commitments.

Commercial Land in Sterling, Illinois
Commercial Land in Sterling, Illinois

E Lincolnway, Sterling, IL 61081

$295,000
2.00 AC lot

Approximately 2 acres of commercial land in Sterling, Illinois.

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Dixon, IL Land For Sale
Dixon, IL Land For Sale

2002 Lowell Park Road lot: 7, Dixon, IL 61021

$72,000
0.89 AC lot

Land for sale in Dixon, IL, near shopping and parks.

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Commercially Zoned Land in Dixon
Commercially Zoned Land in Dixon

2004 Lowell Park Road, Dixon, IL 61021

$60,000
1.10 AC lot

1.10 acre commercially zoned land with frontage on Lowell Park Rd.

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Generous Lots Close to Amenities
Generous Lots Close to Amenities

2004 Lowell Park Road, Dixon, IL 61021

$60,000
1.10 AC lot

Edge of town subdivision with lots close to shopping, parks.

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Off-Market Properties in Sterling, IL

Consider similar Off-Market properties in Sterling, IL. You may contact the owners directly to inquire about their potential intentions to sell. To help you make a strong first impression, we can assist by reaching out to these owners with compelling proposals created using our AI tool.

4400 Lincolnway
Retail properties & Spaces

4400 Lincolnway, Sterling, IL 61081

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12,328 sqft 8.90 AC lot
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2708 4Th St
Restaurants

2708 4Th St, Sterling, IL 61081

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12,000 sqft 2.27 AC lot
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Sterling, IL Retail Properties & Spaces Market Trends and Statistics

Explore 4 retail properties & spaces for sale in Sterling, IL on our real estate platform. These investment opportunities span a total of 5,176 square feet of properties for sale, with an estimated market value of $324,900.

Sale prices for stores in Sterling, IL start at $124,900, averaging $162,450, and reaching up to $200,000 — offering options for a variety of budgets and business needs. Daily updated analytics ensure you stay ahead with the latest data and market trends.

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Demographics Overview

Population 21K
Population Growth (5Y) -1.0%
Median Household Income $60,854
College Educated 28.4%

High-Yield Neighborhoods for Investment

Identify Sterling submarkets with the highest inventory density on the market and evaluate the average listing prices of real estate assets

Neighborhood Average Price
61081 $200K

Taxes & Financing

Tax Rate (average for all types) 8.58%
Tax Rate vs County Average 0.04 pp below county avg
Average Loan-to-Value 65.0%

Listings Trend

New vs delisted commercial listings in Whiteside County

New Delisted

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