The Warehouse at 301 West 301 W 3rd St 1,000 - 486,952 SF of Industrial Space Available in Sterling, IL 61081

FEATURES

Clear Height
15’
Warehouse Floor
8”
Drive In Bays
3
Exterior Dock Doors
18
Standard Parking Spaces
60

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  • SIZE
  • TERM
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  • 1st Floor
  • 1,000-486,952 SF
  • Negotiable
  • $3.00 /SF/YR
  • Industrial
  • -
  • Now

Historic Sterling Landmark Building for Lease Unlock the potential of this iconic Sterling landmark offering up to 490,000 sq ft of versatile industrial space spread across three expansive floors — with suites starting as small as 1,000 sq ft to suit your unique needs. Bring your vision! This flexible property is ideal for manufacturing, storage, loft offices, event venues, restaurants, creative studios, and more. Currently approved for storage use, ownership is ready and willing to collaborate with new tenants to bring the building up to code for a variety of uses in partnership with the city. Features include multiple drive-in doors, loading docks, and ample on-site parking to support a wide range of operations. Situated along the riverfront, this building is perfectly positioned to benefit from Sterling’s major investment in the Sterling Riverfront Development happening just across the river — making this a rare opportunity to be part of the city’s next chapter and reestablish this historic property as a vibrant community asset once again.

  • Listed rate may not include certain utilities, building services and property expenses
  • 16 Loading Docks
  • 3 Drive Ins
Space Size Term Rental Rate Space Use Condition Available
1st Floor 1,000-486,952 SF Negotiable $3.00 /SF/YR Industrial - Now

1st Floor

Size
1,000-486,952 SF
Term
Negotiable
Rental Rate
$3.00 /SF/YR
Space Use
Industrial
Condition
-
Available
Now

PROPERTY OVERVIEW

Historic Sterling Landmark Building for Lease Unlock the potential of this iconic Sterling landmark offering up to 490,000 sq ft of versatile industrial space spread across three expansive floors — with suites starting as small as 1,000 sq ft to suit your unique needs. Bring your vision! This flexible property is ideal for manufacturing, storage, loft offices, event venues, restaurants, creative studios, and more. Currently approved for storage use, ownership is ready and willing to collaborate with new tenants to bring the building up to code for a variety of uses in partnership with the city. Features include multiple drive-in doors, loading docks, and ample on-site parking to support a wide range of operations. Situated along the riverfront, this building is perfectly positioned to benefit from Sterling’s major investment in the Sterling Riverfront Development happening just across the river — making this a rare opportunity to be part of the city’s next chapter and reestablish this historic property as a vibrant community asset once again.

MANUFACTURING FACILITY FACTS

Building Size
486,952 SF
Lot Size
6.00 AC
Year Built
1970
Construction
Masonry
Sprinkler System
Wet
Water
City
Sewer
City
Heating
Gas
Gas
Natural
Power Supply
Amps: 2,000 Volts: 120-480 Phase: 3
Zoning
M-1 - Zoned for traditional commercial use with high levels of electricity, suitable for large machinery. Very facile zoning and pro-business area.
Walk Score®
Very Walkable (77)
  • Listing ID: 36700274

  • Date on Market: 7/11/2025

  • Last Updated:

  • Address: 301 W 3rd St, Sterling, IL 61081