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Property Description
Unlock unmatched potential with this versatile, nearly 8,000-square-foot commercial retail facility located directly on Elgin's "Automobile and Truck Sales Row". Exposed to over 7,500 passing vehicles daily and flanked by high-draw neighbors like Pizza Hut, Dunkin Donuts, 7/11, Enterprise and regional retail hubs, this move-in-ready property is engineered to drive immediate volume to your business. The building features a low-maintenance exterior, high ceiling clearance, floor drains, front and rear overhead doors, 2nd floor storage areas with mezzanine, sealed epoxy floors, dedicated office and customer space, two ADA accessible restrooms, multiple on-site parking spots, and superior curb appeal designed to convert drive-by traffic into clients. An integrated high-efficiency waste-oil reclamation heating system helps reduce annual heating bills. Please note that current vehicle lifts, tools, office area and shop equipment are not included in the sale. Prime commercial spaces of this caliber in high-density corridors rarely remain available for long. Call today to schedule your private tour before this opportunity is gone. Please do not disturb current occupants. Direct all inquiries and tour requests to the listing agent only.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 824 E Chicago St
General
- Price: $479,000
- Taxes: $32,006 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12748939
Interior
- Interior Features: Overhead Door(s), Private Restroom(s), Public Restroom(s), Storage Inside, Storage Tank
- Flooring: Concrete, Other, Sealed
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Fire Extinguisher(s)
Location
- Area: Elgin
- County: Cook
- Township: Hanover
- Driving Directions: RT 59 TO Rt. 19 (Chicago ST) W to Property. Across from Lincoln, Mercury or E of Rt. 25
- Location Details: Northwest Suburban, Mixed-Use Area
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Office Only, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Ceiling Units, Oil, Radiant
Structural Information
- Construction: Steel Siding
- Exterior Const.: Steel Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Drive-In Doors: 2
- Sub-Flooring: Concrete, Other, Sealed
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 8,000
- Current Bldg. Use: Commercial
- Year Built: 1972
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 24,289
- Lot Dimensions: 90 x 270
- Frontage: City Street, State Road
- Potential Use: Commercial, Industrial, Office, Retail
- Zoning: COMMR
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Sale Only
- Security Deposit: Fire Extinguisher/s
- Assessment Year: 1972
- Tax Amount: $32,006
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 6183000630000
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Schools
Schools serving 824 E Chicago St
School District:School District U-46
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lords Park Elementary School 323 Waverly Drive, Elgin, IL 60120 | K-6 | 0.7 mi |
Ellis Middle School 225 South Liberty Street, Elgin, IL 60120 | 7-8 | 0.5 mi |
Elgin High School 1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin, IL 60120 | 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.
Tax History
Tax History for 824 E Chicago St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$32,006
—
$168,751
52%
2023
$32,006
3%
$111,190
—
2022
$31,104
-1%
$111,190
22%
2021
$31,358
1%
$91,000
—
2020
$31,160
-5%
$91,000
-15%
2019
$32,914
19%
$107,388
32%
2018
$27,651
—
$81,385
—
2017
$27,566
6%
$81,385
—
2016
$25,935
-8%
$81,385
2%
2015
$28,107
3%
$80,000
—
2014
$27,222
3%
$80,000
—
2013
$26,329
5%
$80,000
-4%
2012
$25,097
—
$83,750
—
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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824 E Chicago Street, Elgin, IL 60120 (MLS# 12748939) is a Commercial property. 824 E Chicago Street is currently listed for $479,000 and was received on September 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 824 E Chicago Street? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial real estate for sale in Elgin? You can browse all Elgin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

