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Property Description
Make your business stand out with a location that has a story of its own! Located within the historic Ellwood/Mayo family estate, built in 1895, this approximately 650 square foot commercial space combines distinctive historic character with the visibility and convenience of downtown DeKalb. The space features its own separate exterior entrance, access to the building's common areas, and a private closet for additional storage. Its size and layout offer flexibility for professional office, boutique retail, studio, service-based business, or other permitted commercial uses. Tenants also have access to shared amenities including a common meeting space, restrooms, and the property's beautiful wraparound porch. Rent includes utilities, providing added convenience and predictable monthly costs. The owner will consider providing furnishings to help make moving into the space even easier. Original woodwork, stained glass windows, fireplaces, and architectural details throughout the property provide a memorable setting that is difficult to duplicate in traditional commercial space. Located at 1st Street and Route 38/Lincoln Highway DeKalb IL in the central business district, the property offers excellent visibility with strong traffic counts and convenient access to Northern Illinois University's main campus, government offices, downtown businesses, shops, and area amenities. If your business could benefit from a recognizable downtown DeKalb location with character, history, and flexible space, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for. Schedule a private tour today and imagine your business here.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 105 W Lincoln Hwy #5
General
- Price: $2
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial Lease
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12732801
- Updated: 8/17/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: 12 Months
Interior
- Interior Features: Common Meeting Room(s), Accessible Entrance, Private Restroom(s), Furnished Units Available
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Fire Extinguisher(s)
Location
- Area: De Kalb
- County: DeKalb
- Township: DeKalb
- Driving Directions: From the I-88 and Peace Road interchange in DeKalb, head north on Peace Rd for about 3 miles, turn left at stoplight onto West Lincoln Highway (IL-38), and continue west for roughly 2 miles just past 1st St stoplight. Turn right into the first driveway after 1st St stop light.
- Location Details: East/West Corridor, Central Business District, Corner, In City Limits, High Traffic Area
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Gas
Structural Information
- Construction: Stone, Wood
- Exterior Const.: Stone, Wood
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Current Bldg. Use: Commercial
- Year Built: 1897
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Frontage: City Street
- Potential Use: Commercial, Office, Retail, Other
Financial Considerations
- Lease Price: $2
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Rent Only
- Security Deposit: Fire Extinguisher/s
- Assessment Year: 1897
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Schools
Schools serving 105 W Lincoln Hwy #5
School District:Dekalb Community Unit School District 428
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Founders Elementary School 821 South 7th Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 | K-5 | 0.7 mi |
Clinton Rosette Middle School 650 North 1st Street, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
De Kalb High School 501 West Dresser Road, DeKalb, IL 60115 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 105 W Lincoln Hwy #5
Date
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8/15/2026
Listed
$2
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Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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105 W Lincoln Highway #5, Dekalb, IL 60115 (MLS# 12732801) is a Commercial Lease property. 105 W Lincoln Highway #5 is currently listed for $2 and was received on August 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 105 W Lincoln Highway #5? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial Lease real estate for sale in Dekalb? You can browse all Dekalb real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

