Prime 18,000 SF Industrial & Warehouse Space for Lease – Cermak Road Corridor, Chicago, IL 60623

4542 W Cermak Rd, Chicago Illinois, 60623

Listing ID: CL-Illinois-28853 Commercial Warehouse Industrial
Published on: Friday, October 30, 2026 | Updated on: Friday, October 30, 2026

Listing Summary

exceptional commercial lease opportunity along Chicago's highly active Cermak Road industrial corridor: an approx. 18,000 SF two-story industrial building available at $9.00/SF NNN (approx. $13,500 per month base rent). Featuring a classic brick exterior, approx. 1,800 SF of dedicated finished office space, 14-foot clear ceiling heights, and 2 grade-level drive-in doors, this versatile asset is ideal for a regional contractor headquarters, light manufacturing, assembly, wholesale, or distribution operations. Possessing favorable M2-3 Light Industry Zoning and delivered completely vacant for immediate occupancy, this property offers maximum operational flexibility for growing businesses seeking a strategic footprint in Chicago, Illinois.

Full Description

Premier Chicago Industrial Location & Access

Positioned in the heart of Chicago's established industrial corridor along Cermak Road, this property provides excellent logistics advantages for businesses operating in Cook County. The location delivers direct routes to major Chicago thoroughfares, facilitating efficient distribution across local and regional Midwest markets.

Versatile Industrial Infrastructure & Layout

The approx. 18,000 SF building combines robust industrial capability with functional administrative space. The warehouse footprint boasts a 14-foot clear ceiling height, allowing for effective vertical racking, material movement, and machinery layout. Two oversized grade-level drive-in doors allow interior loading and equipment storage, while a heavy 400-amp, 3-phase electrical service accommodates heavy-duty power demands and manufacturing machinery. Full wet sprinkler coverage ensures code-compliant life safety protection.

Dedicated Administrative Office Space

Spanning approx. 1,800 SF, the finished office quarters provide dedicated zones for executive staff, management offices, conference areas, and administrative support. The integration of administrative offices alongside warehouse operations creates a streamlined hub for contractor headquarters, regional distribution centers, or specialized assembly teams.

Quick Glance

  • Listing ID: CL-Illinois-28853
  • Status: Active
  • Year Build: 1914
  • Building Size: 18,000 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.28 Acr

Property Documents

No documents available.

Additional Contacts

Senior Director
Travis Montgomery
(773) 946-8816

Complete Details

  • Year Build: 1914
  • Building Size: 18,000 SqFt
  • No of Stories: 2
  • Total Lot Area: 0.28 Acr
  • No of Total Units: 1
  • Heating and Cooling: Not Specified

Lending Opportunities

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Company Name Lender Type Contact Name Contact Number
TheLoanProsTeam Mortgage Broker Roxanne Chung (754) 707-5877
Money Solutions, LLC Mortgage Broker Jennifer A. Judice (813) 431-5000

Pricing Details

  • Acquisition Option Traditional Purchase
  • Rent $9.00 / Yearly
  • Move-in Cost $0.00
  • Lease Terms Term Negotiable Rate $9.00 /SF/YR
  • Available From Oct 30, 2026
  • Business Included No

Additional Features

Highlights
  • Strategic Industrial Location: Situated along the high-traffic Cermak Road corridor in Chicago (ZIP Code 60623) with immediate connectivity to regional transit routes and interstate highways.
  • Competitive NNN Rental Terms: Offered for lease at $9.00/SF annually NNN (approx. $13,500 monthly base rent), providing an economical cost structure for industrial end-users.
  • Flexible Acquisition Potential: Delivered vacant for immediate tenant occupancy or potential owner-user purchase/lease-up scenarios.
Other Uses
  • Heavy Industrial Zoning: M2-3 zoning classification permits a broad array of intensive industrial uses, including contractor yards, light manufacturing, assembly, and wholesale storage.
  • Zoning: M2-3 (City of Chicago Light Industry)
Features
  • Turnkey Office-to-Warehouse Integration: Features a dedicated approx. 1,800 SF office component designed to unify administrative, sales, and warehouse management under one roof.
  • Total Building Area: Approx. 18,000 SF across a functional two-story layout.
  • Dedicated Office Footprint: Approx. 1,800 SF of finished office space.
  • Loading Infrastructure: 2 grade-level drive-in doors for seamless vehicular access and material loading.
  • Clear Height Specifications: 14-foot warehouse clear ceiling height.
  • Fire Suppression & Safety: Equipped with a full wet sprinkler system.
  • Parking Logistics: Dedicated parking arrangements subject to site plan verification (contact listing broker for exact assigned space count).
  • Lease Structure: Triple Net (NNN) — Tenant is responsible for utilities, property taxes, insurance, and routine building maintenance.
  • Occupancy Status: Vacant / Available for Immediate Occupancy (Also available for purchase)
Utilities
  • High-capacity 400-amp, 3-phase electrical power system.

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