- For Sale $840,000
- Property Type Retail - Freestanding
- Property Size 10,500 SF
- Units 1
- Lot Size 0.79 Acre
- Year Built 1960
- Year Renovated 2020
- Date Updated Jun 25, 2026
Description
Carlinville is a city and the county seat of Macoupin County, Illinois, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 5,710. It is the home of Blackburn College, a small college affiliated with the Presbyterian church. The city is the former home of Prairie Farms Dairy.
Carlinville is named for Thomas Carlin,[5] seventh governor of Illinois, who as a member of the state legislature was instrumental in creating Macoupin County.
Carlinville has long been a site of Illinois history, and played host to many presidential hopefuls via campaign stops at a time in American history when railway routes produced many visits by politicians. Perhaps the largest and most important hallmark of Carlinville's history is its courthouse, the largest built outside of New York City at the time of its erection. Built in 1870 and designed by famous state capitol building architect Elijah E. Myers, the construction of Carlinville's courthouse produced its candidacy for the location of the state capitol.[citation needed] Locally, it is known as "The Million Dollar Courthouse" due to its cost overruns at the time it was built.
In the early 1900s Carlinville became the site of a great many Sears Catalog Homes. An entire neighborhood was constructed of the homes and was funded, in 1918, by Standard Oil of Indiana for its mineworkers in Carlinville, at a cost of approximately one million dollars. In gratitude, Sears, Roebuck named one of its house models the "Carlin". Today 149 of the original 156 homes still exist, the largest single repository of Sears Catalog Homes in the United States.Exclusive Realty is pleased to present a NN leased Dollar General investment opportunity located in the city of Carlinville. Situated in Macoupin County, Carlinville serves as the county seat and a primary commercial, educational, and governmental center for the surrounding communities of Central Illinois. The property benefits from strong accessibility via U.S. Route 66 and Illinois Route 4, providing convenient connections to larger markets including Springfield and St. Louis. The area features a diverse economic base supported by agriculture, government services, education, healthcare, and local businesses. Carlinville offers numerous amenities including shopping centers, restaurants, schools, parks, and healthcare providers. The city is also home to Blackburn College, one of the nation's few student work colleges, and is known for its historic downtown district, community events, and recreational opportunities, contributing to a stable and growing residential market.
The tenant, Dollar General, is one of the largest and most recognized discount retailers in the United States, operating more than 19,000 locations nationwide. The store provides essential groceries, household goods, health and beauty products, cleaning supplies, and seasonal merchandise, serving as a convenient retail destination for residents throughout the Carlinville trade area. This location benefits from a loyal customer base, steady local traffic, and continued demand for value-oriented retail in an established county-seat community. The NN lease structure provides investors with stable income and limited landlord responsibilities while offering the security of a nationally recognized tenant with a proven operating history.
Highlights
- HVAC - Heat Exchange Warranty has 120 months remaining from 2020 Install
- Long-term, stable income backed by a nationally recognized tenant
- National credit tenant with a proven, recession-resistant retail model
- NN Lease structure offering passive ownership with minimal responsibilities
- Prime location serving Carlinville, IL and surrounding rural communities
- Retail offerings include groceries, household goods, and essential items
- Roof has a 15 year Warranty
- Steady traffic from residents and regional commuters
- Strong visibility and access along local thoroughfares
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