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Property Description
This 39,727-square-foot former school on 5.08 acres presents a compelling investment opportunity with stable in-place income and strong long-term potential. The property is anchored by a well-established private therapeutic day school occupying the entire second floor, providing reliable cash flow from a tenant with consistent demand for its services. Built in 1937, the structure is all brick and remains in solid overall condition, offering durable construction and reduced long-term capital expenditure exposure. The building's infrastructure is well suited for institutional use or adaptive reuse, featuring an 800-amp electrical service, a steam heat boiler system, and window air-conditioning units in most classrooms. A full gymnasium with a stage enhances functionality, while the full basement adds meaningful versatility with a cafeteria, abundant storage, a dedicated boiler room, and egress windows in most basement classrooms, supporting compliant educational or programmatic use. The property also includes a fenced playground, expansive grounds suitable for outdoor activities or expansion, and a detached two-car garage offering additional storage or operational support space. A flat rubber roof was recoated in 2021 and carries a ten-year warranty, reducing near-term maintenance requirements for an investor. With its combination of stable tenancy, strong physical fundamentals, and sizable acreage, this property offers multiple avenues for future value creation-whether through continued educational use, re-tenanting strategies, expanded programming, or broader redevelopment.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 501 S Lincoln Ave
General
- Price: $450,000
- Taxes: (2024)
- Status: Pending
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12520381
- Updated: 12/24/2025
- Added to Site: 154 day(s) ago
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Alarm Monitored, Fire Extinguisher(s)
Location
- Area: Dixon / Nelson
- County: Lee
- Driving Directions: 501 S Lincoln Ave on maps.
- Location Details: Far West
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Steam
Utilities
- Trash: 1200
Structural Information
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Square Feet: 39,727
- Year Built: 1937
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Unit Information
- # Tenants: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 221,498
- Lot Dimensions: 221498
- Potential Use: Commercial, Condominium, Office, Multi-Family
- Zoning: OTHER
Financial Considerations
- Lease Price: $9
- Security Deposit: Alarm Monitored, Fire Extinguisher/s
- Assessment Year: 1937
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Electric: 24000
- Pays Trash: 1200
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 7080643500700
Listed by Crawford Realty, LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 501 S Lincoln Ave
School District:Dixon Unit School District 170
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Elementary School, Dixon, IL 800 4th Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021 | 2-3 | 1.2 mi |
Madison School, Dixon, IL 618 Division Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | 4-5 | 1.3 mi |
Washington Elementary School, Dixon, IL 703 East Morgan Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | PK-1 | 1.6 mi |
Reagan Middle School 620 Division Street, Dixon, IL 61021 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Dixon High School 300 Lincoln Statue Drive, Dixon, IL 61021 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 501 S Lincoln Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/19/2025
Listed
$450,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 501 S Lincoln Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
100%
100%
2021
100%
100%
2020
100%
100%
2019
100%
100%
2018
100%
100%
2017
100%
100%
2016
100%
100%
2015
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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501 S Lincoln Avenue, Dixon, IL 61021 (MLS# 12520381) is a Commercial property. 501 S Lincoln Avenue is currently listed for $450,000 and was received on November 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 501 S Lincoln Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in Dixon? You can browse all Dixon real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

