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Joe specializes in land, investment properties and commercial sales and leasing in St. Clair, Monroe and Randolph counties. He is a local expert in Southwestern Illinois with extensive knowledge of the communities he serves and commitment to diligently assisting clients in meeting their real estate goals.
Prior to launching his real estate career in 2000, Joe excelled during a 26-year career with Southwestern Bell. He advanced to area manager before he retired and ultimately transitioned to real estate.
Joe's experience in the telecommunications industry gives him a broad understanding of key business practices along with excellent communications skills that translate well to the negotiation of various real estate transactions. Through his representation of numerous clients over the years, Joe has developed a great working relationship with many of the local leaders, lenders and decision-makers in the communities where his clients are most active.
Past projects range from the land acquisition for construction of a manufacturing company’s new 160,000-square-foot plant. Joe assists startup clients in leasing their very first space. He is familiar with economic incentive programs, including TIF and Enterprise Zones, helping his clients to tap into those incentives when available.
Joe also helps clients gain a better understanding the most important items to consider when assessing the value of investment property, such as apartments, office buildings or storage units, whether they are buying or selling.
Joe was named Realtor of the Year by the Realtor Association of Southwestern Illinois in 2014 and served as President of the association in 2010-11. He has been recognized for outstanding performance and was previously awarded the President’s Club Award from the realtors for his sales production.
Now in his 20th year of working in real estate, Joe currently serves on a state level Commercial and Investment Committee for the Illinois Realtors. He has served on many committees for the local realtor association and is a major investor in the Realtor Association’s RPAC. Joe is a board member for the Columbia, Illinois Chamber of Commerce and serves as the vice chairman for the Monroe County Economic Development Corporation.
Joe is a lifelong Illinois resident and has lived in Columbia since 1983. He has been married to his wife Betty since 1995. Joe is the proud father of two daughters and grandfather of two granddaughters.
Organizational Affiliations
- Illinois Realtors
- National Association of Realtors
- Realtor Association of Southwestern Illinois - Past President
- Monroe County Economic Development Corporation - Vice Chairman
- Columbia Chamber of Commerce - Board Member
- Ainad Shrine Temple
- Scottish Rite Valley of Southern Illinois
- Granite City Masonic Lodge #877
Education
- Southern Illinois University Edwardsville -- Edwardsville, Ill. -- 1970-73.
Joe's Properties
1,650 SF Office Building for Sale
Medical OfficeWell maintained 1,650 SF office building featuring 5 exam rooms with sinks, reception area, 2 restrooms, kitchenette, lab, and private office.Formerly a dentist office making it an ideal space for medical, salon, chiropractic or insurance.
2,000 SF Office
2,000 SF Office building on Illinois State Route 3. Building previously had medical tenants. High traffic location with 14,300 ADT.Lease Rate: $12.
3,000 SF Office
3,000 SF Office building on Illinois State Route 3. Two 1,500 SF Suite available. Building previously had medical tenants. High traffic location with 14,300 ADT.Sale Price: $225,000Lease Rate: $12.
Food Grade Manufacturing Facility - Temperature Controlled
Food Grade Manufacturing FacilityTwo Building's totaling 28,683 SF. Situated on 9.2 Acres.North Building is FDA approved - 20,683 SF with (3) Freezers, (2) Coolers, (1) Drive-in Door, (2) 8'x8' Dock Doors and (4) Exterior Docks.South Building is U.S.D.A.
24.41 Acre Industrial Site
Industrial Development Site24.41 Acres of Industrial Zoned Land (May Divide). Perfect for trucking operations and Industrial users. Previously served by adjacent Terminal Railroad. All utilities available.Near all Major Interstate Routes. Main entrance at a signaled intersection. Barge Access nearby.
24.41 Acre Industrial Site for Sale
24.41 Acres of Industrial Zoned Land (May Divide). Perfect for trucking operations and Industrial users. Previously served by adjacent Terminal Rail Road. All utilities available.Near all Major Interstate Routes. Main entrance at a signaled intersection. Barge Access nearby.Sale Price: $2.
700 SF Office Space in Medical Building
Office Space700 SF Office Space for lease in a 7,410 SF Medical Office Building on IL State Route 159.The office features a reception area, 3 exam rooms, an office and a small restroom.This space shares the entrance lobby with the BJC Healthcare Group. Apex Physical therapy and Fitness Center occupies the remainder of the building.The parking lots consists of 40+ parking spaces, asphalt lot.
2,335 SF Medical Office
Medical OfficeFor lease 2,335 SF former medical office. Includes 1,200 SF basement. Located on North Main Street (ADT 6,000) near IL Route 3 (29,500 ADT), easy access to I-255Lease Rate: $15.
Swansea Office Space for Lease
Office Space1,645 SF Office Space. Ideally located in West Point Business Park. Minutes from Frank Scott Parkway and I-64. Space includes: Reception Area, 4 Offices, Restroom, Kitchenette, and Shared ParkingLease Rate: $12.
1,000 SF Office Space for Sub-Lease
Class A Office SpaceClean Class A Building. This space is next to other service providers, including a massage therapist, tutors, and a counselor/Social-worker. Perfect for a salon operator, yoga studio, or a small events center. The common area includes a large reception area, restrooms and a kitchenette.Located on heavily trafficked Frank Scott Pkwy/Thouvenot Lane 15,700 ADT.Lease Rate: $24.
34+ Acre Development Site
Development Site34+ Acre Commercial Development Site near the intersection of Highway 50 & Route 4.Minutes from I-64, St. Louis MidAmerica Airport and SAFB.Site is in a commercial district in the City's long term plan and located in a TIF District.
Owner/User Opportunity
Office BuildingWell maintained 2,464 SF Office Building on Pontoon Road at Hwy 203.Currently 2 separate suites, can be combined. Open floor plan space in each suite.Potential owner user / tenant opportunity.
1.21 Acre Development Site
Development Site1.21 Acre Site with visibility from IL Route 3 with 26,700 ADT. One of the few available sites with C3 zoning along IL Route 3 in Columbia. Additional adjacent ground is available. Concept Plans and Surveys are available.
0.96 Acre Redevelopment Site
Redevelopment Site0.961 Acre Redevelopment Site - The Best Signalized Corner in Litchfield. Across from the famed Route 66 Museum, perfect for Retail, Banking, C-Store. 1,600 ADT on Old Route 66 and 8,750 ADT on W Union Ave.Buildings are being demolished.
12,018 SF Mixed-Use Property for Sale
Mixed-Use Property12,018 SF Building - 9,928 SF Warehouse/Office Space on ground floor and a 1,090 SF Apartment on the second floor (leased).A portion of the Main Building is leased making this and ideal property for Owner/User or Investor.Warehouse is heated and cooled with a loading dock, drive-in door, large office with restroom and small 2 car attached garage.
9.39 Acres - TIF Available
Development Site9+ Acres located in Lebanon, IL along Route 4. 15,100 ADT at this location. Potential for Storage, Multi-Family or Retail Development.Possible Build to Suit. Seller will consider dividing.
1.88 Acre Commercial Site
Commercial Development Site1.88 Acre Commercial Development Site, in Waterloo. Bank Owned - All Utilities and Street Improvements in place. High Visibility Location along Route 3. Located in an Enterprise Zone. Zoned B-3.Sale Price: $122,839 ($1.
18+/- Acre Multi-Family Development Site
Multi-Family Development Site18.26 Acre Site, Zoned Multifamily in Collinsville. Estimated 250 Unit Development Site.Minutes from I-55/70 and I-255 and in close proximity to Downtown St. Louis. Close to Retail, Restaurants, and Hotels. All Utilities Nearby. Site Plan and Engineering Information Available.
3 Industrial Lots for Sale
Industrial Zoned Lots3 Industrial Lots for Sale. Lots Range in size from 0.32 Acres to 0.58 Acres. Located in a TIF District and 3 Miles from DT St. Louis. Lot 1 fronts IL Route 3 with 20,100 ADT. Sale Price:Lot 1: 0.58 Acres - $50,000Lots 3 & 5: 0.
4 Ready to Build Sites
4 Ready to Build Sites located in a Business Park 2 minutes from I-255. Lots range in size: Lot 2 - 3.67 Acres, Lot 3 - 3.53 Acres, Lot 4 - 2.67 Acres, Lot 6 - 3.26 Acres. Sites are Level and Utilities are available.
Industrial Development Site -Zoned Light Industrial
Industrial Zoned Land12.38 Acres Zoned I-1 Light Industrial. Located along Park Street, Hwy 156 and Williamsburg Lane. All utilities at/near the site.Site is located 20 minutes from I 255 and the JB Bridge. Owner will consider dividing.
Professional Office Suites for Lease
Professional Office Suites Available - Full Service LeasesOffice Spaces available for Lease ranging from 1,000 - 1,300 SF Contiguous.2nd floor elevator access & ADA restrooms in common areas. Excellent parking. Some spaces are partially finished and can be designed to suit.
Office, Retail or Medical Space for Lease
Office/Retail or Medical Space5,000 SF Office/Retail/Medical Space for Lease. 2,000 SF Finished Space with Drive-Thru; Preferred Medical/Pharmacy Tenant. 3,000 SF White-Box; Build-Out Negotiable. City Incentives may be available for a Medical Tenant.Lease Rate: $6.00 - $10.
11 Acre Commercial Development Site
11 Acre Development Site, May Divide. Ideal location for Office, Bank, or Commercial Uses. Less than 1/2 Mile to I-255, Exit 6, IL Route 3 Access via Palmer Road. Minutes from "Rock City" facility in Valmeyer. Site improved with utilities, sidewalks, and archaeological survey.
Commercial Development Site
3.4 Acre Development Site, Will Divide. Zoned B-3, All Utilities Available. Located 1/2 Block From the Lighted Intersection at IL Route 3. Located directly across from Walmart Super Center, Denny's, and Multiple Retail Shops & Restaurants in Waterloo Plaza. ADT of 24,100 on IL-3 and 11,000 on N Market.