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1538 W Chicago Ave

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1538 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

You can currently find 1 retail space(s) available for lease at 1538 W Chicago Ave. Designated use type for space listed here includes street retail. Current retail listings at this property total 3,000 square feet. Lease type options include NNN. Expand the listing and property details below for additional information on leasing opportunities at 1538 W Chicago Ave.

Space Available For Lease 1

Contacts

Adam C. Thomas

SVN | Chicago Commercial

Property Details

  • Property Type Retail - Street Retail
  • Property Size 6,400 SF
  • Units 3
  • Lot Size 0.07 Acre
  • Property Tenancy Single Tenant
  • Building Class C
  • Year Built 1930
  • Year Renovated 2026
  • Date Updated Oct 30, 2026
Chicago’s West Town neighborhood, located just northwest of the Loop and encompassing Wicker Park, Ukrainian Village, and parts of Noble Square, has emerged as one of the city’s most dynamic and sought-after submarkets. Known for its blend of historic character and modern infill development, West Town offers a highly walkable, amenity-rich environment anchored by strong retail corridors along Milwaukee Avenue, Division Street, and Chicago Avenue. The area attracts a diverse mix of creative office users, boutique retailers, and established restaurant and bar concepts, supported by a dense residential base and continued population growth. With convenient access to downtown via the CTA Blue Line and major arterial roadways, West Town continues to appeal to both investors and occupiers seeking a vibrant, well-connected urban location with long-term growth potential.Prime opportunity to lease 3,000 SF of ground-floor retail space along Chicago Avenue in Chicago’s sought-after West Town neighborhood. Located within a fully renovated building, the space features a new storefront, updated mechanicals, 12’ ceilings, 400A electrical service, exposed brick, and additional basement storage. Surrounded by established retailers, restaurants, and a strong residential base, the property offers excellent visibility and exposure within one of Chicago’s vibrant and growing retail corridors.
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Highlights

  • 3,000 SF of ground-floor retail space with great visibility and brand exposure.
  • Additional basement storage space is included.
  • Available immediately.
  • Excellent retail co-tenancy in the immediate area.
  • Premier West Town retail opportunity located in a fully rehabbed building along Chicago Avenue.
  • Space features a new storefront, new mechanicals, 12’ ceiling heights, 400A electrical service and exposed brick walls.

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Location

  • City Chicago, IL
  • Neighborhood Noble Square
  • Zip Code 60642
  • Market Chicago

Points of Interest

  • Grand

    1.01 miles

  • Uber Tent

    1.03 miles

  • Morgan

    1.06 miles

  • Clinton

    1.48 miles

  • Chicago

    1.58 miles

  • UIC-Halsted (Morgan Street)

    1.62 miles

  • UIC-Halsted (Peoria Street)

    1.67 miles

  • UIC-Halsted (Halsted Street)

    1.74 miles

  • Merchandise Mart

    1.75 miles

  • Quincy

    2.07 miles

  • Shell

    0.34 miles

  • Citgo

    0.38 miles

  • BP

    0.56 miles

  • Marathon

    0.65 miles

  • City od Chicago Fuel Site 010

    0.73 miles

  • Exxon

    1.09 miles

  • Tesla Supercharger

    1.30 miles

  • Electrify America

    1.40 miles

  • Volta

    1.49 miles

  • Blink

    1.51 miles

  • Division Crash Investigation Site

    0.49 miles

  • 1628 W Division

    0.56 miles

  • Ohio St Crash Investigation Site

    0.67 miles

  • Salt Shed Parking

    0.88 miles

  • 120 N. Racine Parking Lot D

    0.99 miles

  • A

    1.01 miles

  • 120 N. Racine Parking Lot A

    1.01 miles

  • Uber (Lot E)

    1.03 miles

  • 120 N. Racine Parking Lot B

    1.04 miles

  • Club/Premium

    1.05 miles

  • Manee Thai

    0.02 miles

  • Mexique

    0.03 miles

  • Spicy Fingers Seafood Kitchen

    0.03 miles

  • Taqueria Traspasada

    0.04 miles

  • Jeong

    0.08 miles

  • Ruxbin

    0.10 miles

  • La Calavera Chicago

    0.13 miles

  • Flo

    0.13 miles

  • Cafe Central

    0.13 miles

  • Six06 Cafe Bar

    0.13 miles

  • Target

    0.53 miles

  • Mariano's Fresh Market

    0.62 miles

  • Gangnam Market

    0.68 miles

  • Jewel-Osco

    0.73 miles

  • Whole Foods Market

    1.10 miles

  • Wild Fork

    1.18 miles

  • Local Foods

    1.24 miles

  • Municipal Market

    1.37 miles

  • Kling Bros Insurance

    1.47 miles

  • The Merchandise Mart

    1.69 miles

1538 W Chicago Ave Listing Brief

  • A property’s location contributes to the asking rent almost as much as its characteristics do. For instance, central urban locations with high walkability or suburban locations with ample parking and easy access by car will claim higher rents but offer superior access to your customer base. Likewise, the quality of the building systems and property finishes have a significant impact on how businesses can conduct their activity there, as well as on the experience of their customers.

    1538 W Chicago Ave is located in Noble Square, which is home to a total of 8 listing(s). Retail space at 1538 W Chicago Ave asks $32.00/SF/YR per square foot.

  • The property includes 3,000 square feet of retail space for lease. Of this total, 3,000 square feet are Street Retail.

    Lease agreement conditions for the availability at this property include NNN.

    For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, use the convenient contact form on this page to get in touch with a representative.

  • You should keep in mind that different areas gradually build a reputation as hotspots or desirable corridors for shopping, eating, or other entertainment and consumer activities. So, while renting retail space in an area with a well-established high-end reputation might mean more customers that are more willing to spend, it will also place you in a more competitive environment.

    1538 W Chicago Ave was last renovated in 2026.

    Knowing your ideal customer is essential. For your consideration, the average age of residents in Noble Square is 33. The average household income here is $143,175 per year.

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