Prime Commercial Development Opportunity - Harvard, Illinois Exceptional shovel-ready commercial development site in one of Harvard's premier retail corridors. This highly visible property is fully entitled and offers multiple development opportunities, making it ideal for investors, developers, or owner-users. The property is approved for: Retail development Outdoor storage 59,275 square feet of self-storage buildings All major planning and entitlement work has already been completed, allowing a developer to begin construction immediately, saving significant time and carrying costs. Located within an established commercial center anchored by Walgreens, Dunkin', FNBO, and Verizon, the site benefits from strong traffic counts, excellent visibility, and existing infrastructure. Property Highlights Shovel-ready site with approvals in place Approved for 59,275 SF of mini-storage Retail and outdoor storage permitted High-visibility frontage along US Route 14 Existing access, utilities, and stormwater infrastructure Surrounded by national retailers driving daily traffic Excellent opportunity for developers, investors, or owner-users Immediate path to construction Whether you're looking to develop a state-of-the-art self-storage facility, retail center, contractor yard, or another approved commercial use, this property offers the rare combination of entitlements, location, and speed to market.
Vacant landProperty Type
6.89 acresLot Size
$108,853Price/Acres
Listed by Corey Brackmann• CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Ridge Lane, located between Route 14 and the Harvard Metra station, is a residential and small-town Harvard neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a low-key, walkable feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Ayer Street near Front Street, where brick storefronts, coffee counters, and local service shops set a steady weekday rhythm. Architectural cues lean Midwestern: modest single-family homes, tidy yards, and a few newer infill builds. Harvard Milk Days on the town square adds a signature seasonal pulse. Starline Factory anchors the creative calendar with studios and events. Milky Way Drive-In and Harvard Diggins Library round out the local staples for a classic night out and a quiet afternoon.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Located near commuter train
Exterior features
Approximately 6–8 acre irregular parcel
Multiple road frontages including county road, frontage road, state road, township road, US highway and a paved frontage
321 feet of frontage
Asphalt road surface
Storm sewer on site
Municipal water available/connected
Electric to site and natural gas available
Cable and fiber available
Home design
Land property
Construction
Zoned commercial (COMMR)
Utilities
Municipal water
Storm sewer
Electric to site
Natural gas available
Sewer connected
Water available
Cable available
Fiber available
HOA & community
Fee simple ownership with homeowners association
Special service area applies
Financial info
Earnest money is required/held
Possession at closing or negotiable
Other
Owned by a general partnership
Electricity and solar
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