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Property Description
Rare downtown Joliet restaurant opportunity directly across from Will County Courthouse! Unbeatable location for dine-in and carry-out, with parking, liquor license in place, and TIF available. Approx. 2,420 sq ft on the main level plus ~726 sq ft upstairs office/storage space, and a full basement. Built-out for restaurant or food service with ample dine-in area, 2 restrooms, large kitchen featuring a hood and 3-compartment sink, and rear storage area for refrigeration and back-of-house use. Located in Joliet's City Center TIF district and within the Des Plaines River Valley Enterprise Zone, offering potential business opportunities. Strong visibility with AADT reported at 11,110. MG lease @ $3,500/month + water, gas, and electric (no tax or CAM charges). Adjacent parking lot with approx. 20 spaces included for shared use with adjacent liquor store, or can be negotiated separately for exclusive use/conversion to beer garden. Adjacent to Barrett's Lot, city parking with 65 spaces.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 81 W Jefferson St
General
- Price: $14
- Taxes: $4,908 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Commercial Lease
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12541445
- Updated: 1/15/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Public Restroom(s), Storage Inside, Basement
- Flooring: Vinyl
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Alarm Monitored, Fire Extinguisher(s), Partially Sprinklered
Location
- Area: Joliet
- County: Will
- Township: Joliet
- Driving Directions: From I-55, take Exit 253 (US-52/Jefferson St) and head east toward Downtown Joliet. Continue on Jefferson into downtown; the property is near the Will County Courthouse area by Jefferson St & Ottawa St
- Location Details: Central Business District
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Exhaust Fan
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Gas
Structural Information
- Construction: Block
- Exterior Const.: Block
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Sub-Flooring: Vinyl
- Stories/Levels: 2
- Current Bldg. Use: Commercial
- Year Built: 1910
Unit Information
- # Tenants: 1
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,049
- Lot Dimensions: .07 acres
- Frontage: City Street
- Zoning: COMMR
Financial Considerations
- Lease Price: $13
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: For Rent Only
- Security Deposit: Alarm Monitored, Fire Extinguisher/s, Partially Sprinklered
- Assessment Year: 1910
- Tax Amount: $4,908.26
- Tax Year: 2024
- Tenant Pays: Air Conditioning, Electricity, Heat, Sewer, All Utilities
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Schools
Schools serving 81 W Jefferson St
School Districts:Joliet Public School District 86, Joliet Township High School District 204
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edna Keith Elementary School 400 4th Avenue, Joliet, IL 60433 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Washington Jr High & Academy Prgm 402 Richards Street, Joliet, IL 60433 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Joliet Central High School 201 East Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60432 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
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81 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60432 (MLS# 12541445) is a Commercial Lease property. 81 W Jefferson Street is currently listed for $14 and was received on January 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 81 W Jefferson Street? Do you have questions about finding other Commercial Lease real estate for sale in Joliet? You can browse all Joliet real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.