The Merchandise Mart

222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654

Property Information

  • 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 Oct 26, 2026

Description

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.

2 Spaces Available

18th Floor

Space Type

Creative Office

Lease Rate

Contact for pricing

Total Space

36,743 SF

Additional Space Type

R&D - Office

Floor

18

Divisible Space

36,743 - 36,743 SF

Available Date

Immediate

Renewal Option

No

Sublease

Yes

Sublease Expiry

Aug 31, 2028

Turnkey

No

200+ SIT/STAND WORKSTATIONS

11 PRIVATE OFFICES/HUDDLE ROOMS

6 CONFERENCE ROOMS

1 KITCHENETTE

1 LOUNGE.

 

Space Available

Space Type

Retail

Lease Rate

Contact for pricing

Total Space

2,421 SF

Divisible Space

2,421 - 2,421 SF

Available Date

Immediate

Renewal Option

No

Sublease

Yes

Sublease Expiry

Sep 30, 2029

Build Type

Full build out

Turnkey

No

• Fully built-out, bodega-style retail space • Brand new, FF&E included

Contacts

Location

Located at 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Chicago, IL 60654, this property is part of the River North neighborhood and Chicago market.

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