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185 N Kennedy Dr 44,877 SF of Retail Space Available in Bradley, IL 60915

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Space Availability (1)

Display Rental Rate as

  • Space
  • Size
  • Term
  • Rental Rate
  • Rent Type
  • 1st Floor
  • 44,877 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $6.15 /SF/YR $0.51 /SF/MO $275,994 /YR $22,999 /MO
  • Plus All Utilities
Space Use
Retail
Availability
April 01, 2026

Prime Freestanding Retail Opportunity - Former Big Lots / Discount Planet - Now Available for Lease at Competitive $6.15/SF Gross! This expansive 44,877 square foot building offers exceptional versatility and immediate availability in one of Kankakee County's most visible commercial corridors. Positioned along heavily trafficked Kennedy Drive (Route 45/52), with strong daily vehicle counts and easy access to I-57, the property sits in a thriving retail node surrounded by established anchors including Dollar General, Rent-A-Center, and Papa John's. Previously home to Big Lots and more recently Discount Planet, this proven big-box location features a massive, open floor plate ideal for high-volume retail, discount/outlet concepts, furniture/home goods, wholesale operations, e-commerce fulfillment, light industrial, or adaptive reuse. Standout features include two loading docks for efficient truck access and shipping/receiving, ample parking, prominent signage opportunities, high ceilings, wide aisles, and a customer-friendly layout ready for quick occupancy or minor tenant improvements. Offered at an aggressive $6.15 per square foot gross lease rate, this represents outstanding value for a large-scale space in a secondary but growing market-well below comparable NNN rates in the area and perfect for tenants seeking scale without the hassle of separate expense pass-throughs. Ideal for retailers, distributors, logistics users, or investors looking to capitalize on a turnkey big-box asset with established infrastructure.

  • Listed lease rate plus proportional share of utilities
Space Size Term Rental Rate Rent Type
1st Floor 44,877 SF Negotiable $6.15 /SF/YR $0.51 /SF/MO $275,994 /YR $22,999 /MO Plus All Utilities

1st Floor

Size
44,877 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$6.15 /SF/YR $0.51 /SF/MO $275,994 /YR $22,999 /MO
Rent Type
Plus All Utilities
Space Use
Retail
Availability
April 01, 2026

Prime Freestanding Retail Opportunity - Former Big Lots / Discount Planet - Now Available for Lease at Competitive $6.15/SF Gross! This expansive 44,877 square foot building offers exceptional versatility and immediate availability in one of Kankakee County's most visible commercial corridors. Positioned along heavily trafficked Kennedy Drive (Route 45/52), with strong daily vehicle counts and easy access to I-57, the property sits in a thriving retail node surrounded by established anchors including Dollar General, Rent-A-Center, and Papa John's. Previously home to Big Lots and more recently Discount Planet, this proven big-box location features a massive, open floor plate ideal for high-volume retail, discount/outlet concepts, furniture/home goods, wholesale operations, e-commerce fulfillment, light industrial, or adaptive reuse. Standout features include two loading docks for efficient truck access and shipping/receiving, ample parking, prominent signage opportunities, high ceilings, wide aisles, and a customer-friendly layout ready for quick occupancy or minor tenant improvements. Offered at an aggressive $6.15 per square foot gross lease rate, this represents outstanding value for a large-scale space in a secondary but growing market-well below comparable NNN rates in the area and perfect for tenants seeking scale without the hassle of separate expense pass-throughs. Ideal for retailers, distributors, logistics users, or investors looking to capitalize on a turnkey big-box asset with established infrastructure.

  • Listed lease rate plus proportional share of utilities

Rent Types


The rent amount and type that the tenant (lessee) will be responsible to pay to the landlord (lessor) throughout the lease term is negotiated prior to both parties signing a lease agreement. The rent type will vary depending upon the services provided. For example, triple net rents are typically lower than full service rents due to additional expenses the tenant is required to pay in addition to the base rent. Contact the listing broker for a full understanding of any associated costs or additional expenses for each rent type.

1. Full Service: A rental rate that includes normal building standard services as provided by the landlord within a base year rental.

2. Double Net (NN): Tenant pays for only two of the building expenses; the landlord and tenant determine the specific expenses prior to signing the lease agreement.

3. Triple Net (NNN): A lease in which the tenant is responsible for all expenses associated with their proportional share of occupancy of the building.

4. Modified Gross: Modified Gross is a general type of lease rate where typically the tenant will be responsible for their proportional share of one or more of the expenses. The landlord will pay the remaining expenses. See the below list of common Modified Gross rental rate structures: 4. Plus All Utilities: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of utilities in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Cleaning: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of cleaning in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Electric: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of the electrical cost in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Electric & Cleaning: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of the electrical and cleaning cost in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Utilities and Char: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of the utilities and cleaning cost in addition to the rent. 4. Industrial Gross: A type of Modified Gross lease where the tenant pays one or more of the expenses in addition to the rent. The landlord and tenant determine these prior to signing the lease agreement.

5. Tenant Electric: The landlord pays for all services and the tenant is responsible for their usage of lights and electrical outlets in the space they occupy.

6. Negotiable or Upon Request: Used when the leasing contact does not provide the rent or service type.

7. TBD: To be determined; used for buildings for which no rent or service type is known, commonly utilized when the buildings are not yet built.

Select Tenants at 185 N Kennedy Dr, Bradley, IL 60915

  • Tenant
  • Description
  • US Locations
  • Reach
  • Dollar General
  • Dollar/Variety/Thrift
  • 24,896
  • International
  • Papa Johns
  • Pizza
  • 3,904
  • International
  • Rent-A-Center
  • Rental Shop
  • 3,363
  • International
  • SVDP Thrift Store
  • Dollar/Variety/Thrift
  • 532
  • Regional
Tenant Description US Locations Reach
Dollar General Dollar/Variety/Thrift 24,896 International
Papa Johns Pizza 3,904 International
Rent-A-Center Rental Shop 3,363 International
SVDP Thrift Store Dollar/Variety/Thrift 532 Regional

Property Facts

Total Space Available 44,877 SF
Property Type Retail
Property Subtype Storefront
Gross Leasable Area 63,796 SF
Total Land Area 4.10 AC
Year Built 1989
Parking Ratio 4.19/1,000 SF

Features and Amenities

  • Pylon Sign
Walk Score®
Very Walkable (72)
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What is a Walk Score®
, Transit Score® & Bike Score?
Walk Score® measures the walkability
of any address. Transit Score®
measures access to public transit. Bike Score®
measures bikeability of a location.®

Nearby Major Retailers

Ymca
Planet Fitness
Starbucks
First American Bank
  • Listing ID: 39350159

  • Date on Market: 2/6/2026

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 185 N Kennedy Dr, Bradley, IL 60915

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