Essex Realty Group, LLC is pleased to present 1310–1314 E 75th Street, a freestanding commercial flex space accompanied by an adjacent vacant lot in Chicago’s Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood. The offering includes a 5,735-square-foot commercial building on a 3,997-square-foot lot, along with the 8,778-square-foot parcel at 1314 E 75th Street. The building underwent a comprehensive renovation in 2021–2022, featuring upgraded mechanical systems, interior finishes, and a modernized façade. The adjacent parcel, currently a grass lot, is zoned B3-2 (Community Shopping District), allowing for a broad range of retail, service, and mixed-use development, as well as on-site parking or future expansion potential.
The building features an open and adaptable floor plan suitable for office, retail showroom, studio, or light community use. A fully built-out commercial kitchen equipped with Viking professional-grade appliances provides additional versatility for users requiring catering, food preparation, or event support capabilities. Its configuration allows for easy customization to accommodate a variety of business functions such as co-working, wellness operations, professional services, or creative studios. The structure’s durable brick construction, single-story accessibility, and flexible layout make it an ideal candidate for users seeking both visibility and functionality.
Located just nine miles south of the Loop, the property benefits from excellent access to the Dan Ryan Expressway (I-94), the CTA Red Line 69th Street Station, and nearby Metra Electric District stops providing direct service to Downtown Chicago.
Positioned within the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood, the property is surrounded by ongoing public and private reinvestment including streetscape enhancements, park renovations, and small business corridor improvements that continue to strengthen the area’s appeal.
This property represents a rare opportunity to acquire a well-located commercial flex space with an adjacent development-ready parcel in one of Chicago’s most connected and evolving South Side neighborhoods.
Situated on Chicago’s South Side roughly nine miles from the Loop, Greater Grand Crossing is a historic and well-connected neighborhood defined by its tree-lined residential streets, classic Chicago two-flats, and courtyard-style apartment buildings. The community enjoys excellent transportation access via the Dan Ryan Expressway (I-94), CTA Red Line at 69th Street, and several Metra Electric District stops that link residents directly to downtown. Major corridors such as Cottage Grove Avenue, 71st Street, and 75th Street serve as the neighborhood’s commercial backbone, offering local dining, retail, and service options including Beggars Pizza, Harold’s Chicken, Walgreens, Aldi, and Family Dollar, alongside small independent grocers and barbershops.
The neighborhood’s character blends long-established community roots with ongoing revitalization. Recent improvements have enhanced parks, sidewalks, and local business corridors, creating a walkable, community-oriented atmosphere. Greater Grand Crossing Park and the Gary Comer Youth Center serve as anchors for recreation and youth programming, while the nearby Jackson Park and Midway Plaisance add to the area’s green space network. With its blend of accessibility, cultural vibrancy, and classic Chicago architecture, Greater Grand Crossing continues to reflect the pride and resilience of the South Side.