Prime Main Street Opportunity in Historic Downtown Columbia! Discover the perfect blend of historic charm and modern functionality at 216 N. Main Street, Columbia, IL. This impressive 5,000+ square foot commercial property offers a rare opportunity in the heart of Columbia’s vibrant downtown district. With exceptional visibility and a desirable Main Street location, this property is ideal for retail, office, showroom, creative space, or mixed-use possibilities. Featuring the character and charm of a historic downtown setting, this versatile space provides a unique opportunity for an entrepreneur, investor, or established business looking to become part of a growing community. The flexible layout allows for a variety of uses while offering excellent exposure along one of Columbia’s most recognizable corridors. Enjoy being surrounded by local shops, restaurants, community events, and downtown amenities while benefiting from convenient access to surrounding areas including St. Louis, Interstate 255, and the greater Metro East region. Columbia continues to be a highly desirable area known for its strong community, growth, and small business atmosphere. A rare opportunity to own or lease a piece of Columbia’s historic Main Street — bring your vision and create something special in this exceptional commercial space!
Priced at $250,000 per 1,000 square feet. (List price reflects 1,000 square feet) Exciting opportunity to own a brand new, to be built commercial space in one of Columbia's most sought after locations! Priced at $250,000 per 1,000 square feet, the main level can be configured anywhere from 1,000 square feet up to 3,500 square feet, providing the potential for up to four individual units, making this an outstanding opportunity for both owner occupants & investors alike. This to be built commercial building at 548 S Main St offers unmatched flexibility, allowing buyers to customize their space to perfectly suit their business needs. Positioned at a prime corner location, this property benefits from exceptional visibility and foot traffic generated by both Main Street and the popular GM & O Trail running directly behind the property, bringing a steady stream of pedestrians and cyclists right to your doorstep. Nearby anchors including the Main St Abbey and Cafe on the Abbey further enhance the appeal of this vibrant and growing corridor. This property is part of an exciting new development that will also include approximately 16 villas, creating a built-in residential community and adding significant long-term commercial momentum to the area. Condo fees TBD. Don't miss your chance to secure your place in one of Columbia's most exciting new developments.
Welcome to 272 Southwoods Dr in Columbia, IL – a versatile 900 square foot commercial condo perfect for your business needs! This well-maintained office space offers a functional layout ideal for a variety of professional uses, whether you're establishing a private practice, growing your small business, or setting up a satellite office. The space includes a convenient half bathroom, ample natural light, and a welcoming atmosphere for clients and staff alike. Located in a desirable business complex with easy access to major roads and nearby amenities, this property offers both visibility and convenience. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your business’s future!
Welcome to 284 Southwoods Dr in Columbia, IL – a versatile 900 square foot commercial condo perfect for your business needs! This well-maintained office space is currently tenant occupied, making it a great opportunity for investors seeking immediate rental income. The functional layout is ideal for a variety of professional uses, whether you're looking to add to your investment portfolio or plan for your own future business needs. The space includes a convenient half bathroom, ample natural light, and a welcoming atmosphere for clients and staff alike. Located in a desirable business complex with easy access to major roads and nearby amenities, this property offers both visibility and convenience. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your business's future!
Welcome to 282 Southwoods Dr in Columbia, IL – a versatile 900 square foot commercial condo perfect for your business needs! This well-maintained office space is currently tenant occupied, making it a great opportunity for investors seeking immediate rental income. The functional layout is ideal for a variety of professional uses, whether you're looking to add to your investment portfolio or plan for your own future business needs. The space includes a convenient half bathroom, ample natural light, and a welcoming atmosphere for clients and staff alike. Located in a desirable business complex with easy access to major roads and nearby amenities, this property offers both visibility and convenience. Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your future!
Rare Two-Parcel Commercial Opportunity Historic Building This exceptional commercial offering includes two buildings on separate parcels, combining a former established income-producing business, a historically significant structure, and substantial future expansion potential. Tavern Building, & some contents Included. The former tavern features over 3,500 square feet across two finished levels and was a productive, well-established operation. Some contents are included in the sale but this building can now has endless possibilities. Built new from the ground up with no expense spared, this structure was thoughtfully designed for long-term durability, efficiency, and growth. Notable features include: 400-amp electrical service, Plumbing engineered to be highly freeze-resistant with easy access for service, Top-of-the-line, energy-efficient coolers, Infrastructure in place for future expansion, including gas service and plumbing to the rear patio for a potential outdoor presentation kitchen, SmartSide Diamond Coat siding, Commercial-grade True brand equipment, made in St. Louis, Solid oak bar, locally milled by Stone Tree, Bar seating constructed with exceptional wear-resistant materials, exceeding standards used by Vegas casinos, Integrated sound and camera systems, Flooring designed for easy maintenance and repair, LED halo lighting with adjustable color and brightness, A durable patio built to support long-term use and future enhancements. The main level formerly operated as a busy, successful tavern, while the finished upper level provided flexibility-ideal for special events, private functions, or conversion into a custom concept or dream project. The second building, built in the 1850's, offers approximately 5,000 sq ft and blends historical character with income potential. Main level is over 3000 sq ft that houses a salon(400 sq ft)with a long-term tenant, providing steady rental income. Full upper floor with strong potential for residential rental living space, owner occupancy, or additional income use (buyer to verify). This is two parcels with with separate buildings. Turnkey business with high-quality construction and systems. Multiple income streams, Expansion-ready infrastructure, Historic appeal with modern functionality. This is a rare opportunity for investors, owner-operators, or entrepreneurs seeking a profitable business, character-rich property, and long-term growth potential in one compelling package.
Discover the potential of this multi-use commercial building located in historic downtown Columbia on Main Street. This prime property includes four commercial spaces and two residential apartments. Suite 1, offering Main Street access, is vacant and previously leased for $1,700. Suite 2 is recently vacated as of 10/31/25 but was previously leased for $3,000/month, Suite 3 is actively generating income at $2,700/month, while 100 N Main contributes an additional $1,920. The residential offerings consist of a 3-bedroom, 2-bath apartment ($900 rent) and a 2-bedroom, 2-bath unit ($900 rent), viewable with an accepted offer. The building features a full basement for dry storage, multiple kitchen and lavatory facilities in commercial areas, as well as a vault room. Many features have been updated throughout. Sale encompasses the adjacent lot and an additional parcel for parking. A strategic investment with significant potential for growth and revenue.

Columbia is located in Illinois. Columbia, Illinois has a population of 11,090. Columbia is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 39.94% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 32.64%.
The median household income in Columbia, Illinois is $102,107. The median household income for the surrounding county is $92,950 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Columbia is 39.3 years.
The average high temperature in July is 88 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 22.5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 42.3 inches per year, with 13.8 inches of snow per year.