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Request Info205 N State Route 54Roberts, IL 60962
Commercial · 2,266 Sq. ft.$62,900
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205 N State Route 54 Overview
- Time on Site:
- 54 days
- Visits:
- 0
Step back in time with this charming small-town diner ready for its next chapter! Formerly home to a diner, deli, and ice cream shop, this property is packed with nostalgia and opportunity. All existing kitchen and restaurant equipment will stay, making this a truly turn-key business opportunity - including prep counters, fryers, ovens, tables and chairs, serving tables, office equipment, small appliances, dishes, and tons of storage space! With seating to accommodate up to 89 guests, this spacious setup is ideal for reopening as a diner, bakery, coffee or ice cream shop - or even a commissary catering kitchen to serve food trucks, off-site events, or a growing catering business. Located on historic Old Route 66, a main non-interstate route between Chicago and St. Louis, this property offers great visibility and a nostalgic stop for both locals and travelers alike. The building exudes small-town hospitality and charm, ready to welcome guests with that everyone knows your name feel. Everything you see in the photos conveys with the property, offering an incredible value at under $65,000 - your chance to bring your dream business to life!
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205 N State Route 54 Facts & Features
- Type Commercial
- Sq. ft. 2,266
- Price/Sq.ft. $28
Details
General
Income/Expenses
- Existing Lease Type: N/A
- Operating Expense: 0
Business Information
- Business Name: BACKWOODS DINER
- Business Type: Restaurant
- Current Use: Commercial
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Ford
- MLS Area Major: Roberts
Rent/Lease Information
- Tenant Pays: Other
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $1,103.00
- Tax Year: 2024
General Information
- Parcel Number: 05072123001100
- Possible Use: Commercial
- Property Type: Business Opportunity
- Zoning: COMMR
Interior
Building Interior
- Building Area Total: 2266
General Information
- Cooling: Central Air, Exhaust Fan
- Stories: 1
Unit Information
- Unit SqFt.: 2266
Exterior
Lot Information
- Additional Parcels: No
- Frontage Type: State Road
- Lot Size Dimensions: 23280
- Lot Size Square Feet: 23280
- Water Source: Municipal Water
Waterfront/View
- Waterfront: No
Building Exterior/Construction
- Construction Materials: Brick, Wood
- Roof: Composition, Rubber
General Information
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Utilities: Electric to Site
205 N State Route 54 Neighborhood
Community
60962 (Roberts) Demographics
39
Median Age
15
Population Density (per sq. mile)
35%
College Educated
$46,875
Estimated Median Income
158
Estimated Total Home Owners
89
Estimated Total Renters
64% / 36%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Schools
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205 N State Route 54 Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
$164,900
Average List Price
$60
Average Price per Square Foot
1
Properties Sold
77
Average Days on Market
1
Properties for Sale
205 N State Route 54 History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 5/11/2026Source: MRED | Active |
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| 5/6/2026Source: MRED | May 06, 2026 |
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| 6/20/2022Source: MRED | January 27, 2022 |
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| 6/18/2022Source: MRED | Closed |
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| 3/8/2022Source: MRED | Pending |