The Merchandise Mart

222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654

  • For Lease Contact for pricing
  • Property Type Office - General Office
  • Property Size 3,563,120 SF
  • Lot Size 6.15 Acre
  • Parking Spaces Avail. 2351
  • Parking Ratio 0.66 / 1,000 SF
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • LEED Certified Platinum
  • Building Class A
  • Year Built 1930
  • Date Updated May 27, 2025

The Merchandise Mart is a landmark Class A office building totaling 3,563,120 square feet on a sprawling 6.15-acre lot in Chicago’s River North neighborhood. Built in 1930, this historic property blends architectural charm with modern sustainability, holding a LEED Platinum certification. With 2,351 parking spaces and a parking ratio of 0.66, it caters to tenants seeking convenience. Its prime location makes it a hub for businesses, offering both functionality and prestige in a highly sought-after area.

River North provides a vibrant atmosphere with abundant amenities just steps away from The Merchandise Mart. The Merchandise Mart station is approximately 0.1 miles away, making public transportation easily accessible. Dining options such as Nick's Fishmarket Grill and Bavette’s Bar & Boeuf are within walking distance, while nearby hotels like the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza and The Westin Chicago River North offer excellent accommodations for visitors. Additional conveniences include nearby parking facilities, educational institutions, and retail destinations that enhance the experience of working in this dynamic neighborhood.

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Location

Getting Around

  • Walk Score ®

    98/100 Walker's Paradise

  • Transit Score ®

    100/100 Rider's Paradise

  • Bike Score ®

    84/100 Very Bikeable
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  • City Chicago, IL
  • Neighborhood River North
  • Zip Code 60654
  • Market Chicago

Points of Interest

  • Merchandise Mart

    0.08 miles

  • Clinton

    0.35 miles

  • State/Lake

    0.42 miles

  • Grand

    0.45 miles

  • Lake

    0.46 miles

  • Chicago

    0.57 miles

  • Millennium Station

    0.61 miles

  • Quincy

    0.66 miles

  • Adams/Wabash

    0.76 miles

  • Morgan

    0.85 miles

  • BP

    0.40 miles

  • Shell

    0.60 miles

  • Tesla Supercharger

    0.80 miles

  • Blink

    0.81 miles

  • Volta

    0.82 miles

  • ChargePoint

    0.84 miles

  • Blink ParkChip Garage - 1035 Van Buren

    1.21 miles

  • Exxon

    1.22 miles

  • Electrify America

    1.30 miles

  • Marathon

    1.32 miles

  • Orleans-Hubbard Self Park

    0.14 miles

  • 225 Wacker Self Park

    0.15 miles

  • 210 N Wells Self Park

    0.16 miles

  • 222 La Salle Public Parking

    0.17 miles

  • The Sterling Self Park

    0.19 miles

  • 191 N Wacker

    0.19 miles

  • Franklin-Lake Self Park

    0.19 miles

  • 221 La Salle Public Parking

    0.21 miles

  • The Rug Company

    0.21 miles

  • Lake/Wells Self Park

    0.22 miles

  • Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza

    0.13 miles

  • The Westin Chicago River North

    0.28 miles

  • The Allegro Royal Sonesta Hotel Chicago Loop

    0.30 miles

  • Residence Inn Chicago Downtown/River North

    0.30 miles

  • SpringHill Suites Chicago Downtown/River North

    0.30 miles

  • Hyatt Place Chicago / River North

    0.31 miles

  • Best Western River North

    0.32 miles

  • Aloft Chicago City Center

    0.32 miles

  • Ohio House Motel

    0.33 miles

  • Kinzie Hotel

    0.33 miles

  • Nick's Fishmarket Grill

    0.05 miles

  • Dunkin'

    0.05 miles

  • Billy Goat Tavern - at the MART

    0.06 miles

  • Ciccio Mio

    0.07 miles

  • Bavette's Bar & Boeuf

    0.08 miles

  • Kinzie Chophouse

    0.10 miles

  • Highline Bar + Lounge

    0.10 miles

  • Chicago Cut Steakhouse

    0.10 miles

  • Brown Bag Seafood Co.

    0.12 miles

  • Subway

    0.12 miles

  • IIT Institute of Design

    0.14 miles

  • Archeworks

    0.43 miles

  • Harold Washington College

    0.46 miles

  • Cortiva Institute

    0.60 miles

  • School of The Art Institute of Chicago

    0.66 miles

  • Frances Xavier Ward School

    0.69 miles

  • Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts

    0.69 miles

  • IIT Stuart School of Business

    0.72 miles

  • National College of Education Urban Campus

    0.73 miles

  • Moody Bible Institute

    0.73 miles

  • The Goddard School

    0.89 miles

  • Bright Horizons

    0.91 miles

  • Cornerstone Children's Learning Center

    0.99 miles

  • Sonnets Academy

    1.00 miles

  • LadyBug and Friends Daycare & Preschool

    1.00 miles

  • Kids & Company

    1.02 miles

  • Blocks Child Care Center

    1.06 miles

  • A Child’s Space

    1.39 miles

  • John & Mary Madden Center

    1.76 miles

  • KinderCare

    1.87 miles

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of office space is available to lease at The Merchandise Mart?

The property includes 1 Office space. Availabilities total 36,743 square feet of office space. The property offers Multi-Tenant commercial space. Of the availability currently listed in the building, available spaces include 1 sublease option.

Does The Merchandise Mart have enough space for a large business?

Yes, availabilities here could accommodate larger businesses with 1 office space larger than 10,000 square feet available for lease. For a better understanding of how this space could work for you, reach out to schedule a tour.

Does The Merchandise Mart have parking?
Yes, the property offers 2,351 parking spaces with a parking ratio of 0.66 / 1,000 SF.
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