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James' primary focus is on Industrial Sales, leasing and development. He has also brokered some of the largest investment deals in Southern, IL. He was one of the youngest commercial brokers in the country to become a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) and member of the Society of office and Industrial Brokers (SIOR). Designations awarded by the CCIM Institute have stringent education standards to achieve membership and the SIOR membership has stringent education and sales requirements.
James has brokered deals in both Missouri and Illinois. Before joining BarberMurphy Group he was a part owner and manager of a portfolio of properties for a St. Louis investment group. He also worked in the Finance and Insurance business. James has leveraged his education background in Finance and Banking to help clients with complex financing solutions for purchasing and selling real estate.
The core of the Industrial team at BarberMurphy Group made up of James and Steve Zuber has extensive experience working on numerous large and complex environmental projects in Southern Illinois including a former 230 Acre coal fired Ameren Power plant, a 1,350,000 Square Foot former World War II nuclear Uranium facility and the Chemetco Plant Hartford, IL Super Fund site to name a few.
James has been involved in over $150 million dollars of real estate transactions since he began his career, closing $44 million dollar’s worth of deals last year alone. His experience includes advising clients on 1031 Exchanges, IRS Tax 170 code sales, TIF incentives, Enterprise Zone incentives, Foreign Trade Zones and Cannabis related ordinances and zoning.
James currently lives in St. Louis.
Organizational Affiliations
- National Association of Realtors
- Illinois Realtor
- Realtor Association of Southwestern Illinois (RASI)
- RASI - Government Affairs Committee (Former)
- Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM)
- Society of Industrial and Office Realtors (SIOR)
- Little Bit Foundation – Charity Gala Board Member
- Member of St. Clair Country Club, Glen Echo Country Club and the Missouri Athletic Club (MAC)
- Althoff Catholic High School Golf Committee
- Boy Scouts of American Distinguished Citizens committee member (Former)
Education
University of Missouri -- Columbia, Mo. -- Bachelor's Degree in Finance
James' Properties
Heavy Commercial Development Land
+/- 7.83 Acres of flat ground with some site work performed. Zoned B2 with all utilities available making the site development ready. +/- 375 feet of frontage along IL-111.The site is located within an industrial corridor comprising Lakeview, Gateway, and North Port Industrial Parks. The area has a strong economic impact; nearly 10,000 people work within these industrial parks.
River Front Land
29,621 SF of riverfront land adjacent to the Norfolk Southern Rail Line. The property features 775' of waterfront access and is located in the Alton Riverfront TIF and Riverbend Enterprise Zone.
37,514 SF Office/Warehouse
Steel and wood framed 37,514 SF Warehouse/Office on 11.33 acres with 6 large drive-in doors. The Warehouse is clear span with 14'-16' ceilings.2,000 SF of office space.4,475 SF three-sided material storage shed. Property is fenced with rock/gravel yard.
Industrial Redevelopment - Former Hillsboro Glass Plant
Industrial RedevelopmentFormer Hillsboro Glass Plant on 11 Acres.60,000 SF +/- Warehouse - Finish to suitAdjacent 100,000 SF Warehouse also available for sale.Rail Spurs partially intact with switches removed.Finish to suit: Lease Rate quoted upon finish requirements.
Industrial Investment: 5,440 SF Warehouse
Industrial Investment 5,440 SF Warehouse/office with 4 drive-in doors. 3.2 acre site with fenced, rocked, and lighted lot. 46 fully leased truck parking spots, 100% occupancy.
10,349 SF Office/Warehouse
10,349 SF Office/Warehouse space conveniently located near I-255 and I-55/70.The industrial space features 18' ceiling height, two 10' x 8' Dock doors and two 10' x 8' Drive-In Doors. Lease rate: $8.
39,535 SF Warehouse
39,535 SF (5,021 SF Office Space and 34,514 SF Warehouse Space) located on 2.52 Acres in Mound City, IL. The property features three Drive-In Doors: (2) 10' x 12' and (1) 8' x 8' and an exterior loading dock. Adjacent to Canadian National Railway and ADM Grain & Consolidated Grain and Barge Co.
17.56 Acre Development/ Multi-Family Land
17.56 Acres of development ground in Belleville, Illinois directly off of Route 161; 20 miles from downtown St. Louis, Missouri. The property is a partially developed site featuring a large area of secluded wooded ground. Land consists of 6 parcels: half in city limits and half in county. Land could be used for recreational, church or residential purposes.
4,800 SF Office/Warehouse
4,800 SF Office/Warehouse featuring a warehouse (2,554 SF), 3 offices (2,246 SF), Production area, Training room, Conference room, Break Room, and two separate bathrooms. 2,554 SF total warehouse space features 9' 6" ceilings, (1) 8' x 8' Drive-In door, and is fully heated and air conditioned.Building sits on 1.33 Acres. Located directly off Hwy 157, 2.8 Miles from I-255 and 2 Miles from I-55.
8,500 SF Warehouse Space with Fenced Lot
Warehouse Space8,500 SF Warehouse Space for Sub-Lease. Building was built in 2018.The property features an electric gate with fenced in 0.50-acre gravel lot, (2) 14.5' x 12' drive-in doors, 16' ceilings and 3 Phase Electric. Lease Rate: $6.
14,550 SF Class A Office Building
Class A Office Building for Lease14,550 SF Office Building for Lease: Will divide space. Remodeled Summer of 2022.Building consists of two Floors with multiple room options and located 15 Minutes from Downtown St. Louis.Basement can be built out upon request Secure Entrances and ADA compliant. Ideal space for Politician, Engineers or Professional Offices.Reduced Lease Rate: $7.
15.85 Acres Industrial Land
All utilities on Site and 3 Phase electrical available. Zoned Industrial. Terminal Railroad Adjacent and Fronts on Missouri Ave. (Hwy 15). Will Divide.
5,439 SF Office/Warehouse
Office/Warehouse5,439 SF Warehouse/Office with 3 Drive-In Doors (1) 10'x9' (2) 10'x9', 12' Ceilings, comes with with extra .08 Acres Lot.Roof was redone in 2015 with 20 Year Warrant. 3 tenants are currently occupy the building.
5,000 SF Office/Warehouse
Office/Warehouse 5,000 SF Office/Warehouse for Sale.4,500 SF Warehouse Space, Two Offices totaling 500 SF and (1) 8' Drive-In Door.Located in the Freeburg Industrial Park. Zoned I-2.
30 Acres Build to Suit
Industrial Site - Build to Suit30 Acre Industrial Site. All Utilities on Site. Located in a TIF District.Industrial Development Site with Metal Building Proposed. Outdoor Storage Available.
42,500 SF - 103,125 SF Crane Served Warehouse for Lease
Crane Served Warehouse42,500 SF - 103,125 SF Warehouse with Crane and Rail Available.Space has truck docks and 60' Ceilings.Lease Rate: $3.
23 Acre Industrial Development Site
Industrial Development Site23.13 Acres - Zoned Industrial. Norfolk Southern Rail adjacent to Site. All Utilities on Site. Located in a TIF District and Enterprise Zone.
140,000 SF Crane/Rail Served Industrial Bldg on 16+ Acres for Sale
140,000 SF Manufacturing WarehouseBuilding Consists of: (3) 10 Ton Cranes with 120' Span and (1) 10 Ton Crane with 60' Span. 30'-40' Ceilings, Clear Span, 1,500 SF Office Space, 138,500 SF Warehouse Space. Large Yard - 9+ Acres are Fenced and Rocked.Located in a TIF District and Zoned I-1 Industrial. Norfolk Southern Spur can be activated, Switch Required.Will Lease for outside storage.
50,000 SF - 150,000 SF Build to Suit Warehouses
Build to Suit WarehousesClass A - Concrete Tilt-Up Industrial Buildings from 50,000 SF up to 150,000 SF.Two Site totaling 38 Acres along New Poag Rd off I-255 (exit 3) in a high growth industrial area near Gateway and Lakeview Commerce Centers.Convenient, easy access to both I-255 and I-270 and only 20 minutes to Downtown St. Louis.Developed by Arco Construction and AJay Kansals.
Office/Warehouse Build to Suit - New Construction
Build to Suit Office/WarehousesNew Construction - Build to Suit - Planned Delivery 1st Quarter 2023.110,000 SF divisible to 27,500 SF. 5% Office Buildout, Grade Level Doors, Dock Doors, Car and Tractor Trailer Parking.This Site is located in the most centralized area in the Metro-East Market where Interstates I-255, I-55, I-64 and I-70 make this an ideal logistical location.Lease Rate: $8.
65 Acre Industrial Development Site
65 Acre Industrial SiteZoned M-1 industrial, all utilities available on site and able to subdivide. Property has an interior road rated for heavy truck traffic. Improvements include (2) domed buildings (8,662 SF & 10,080 SF) & amphitheater structure. Site has easy access to major interstates-only 1.5 miles to I-57/70.
2,688 SF Industrial Office for Sale
Industrial Office Building2,688 SF Newly Renovated Class B Office Space for Sale. 4 Offices and a Large Conference/Meeting Room, Kitchenette and Male/Female Restrooms. Situated on a 1/2 Acre Fenced Lot and located in an Enterprise Zone.Sale Price: $199,000 ($74.
35,000 SF Industrial Building/25 Acres/5,100 Linear Feet of Track
Industrial Building with 5,100 Linear Feet of TrackDrone Video: https://youtu.be/9M7-LYl8EzQ35,000 SF Building with 70' Clear Height, Dock Door, Drive-In Doors and Heavy Power.5,100 Linear Feet of UP & CN Rail Service. Transload Station with Dry Bulk feeding Belts and storage tanks. Office, Warehouse Lab facility, and maintenance facility all on site. Truck Scale on site.
8,600 SF Office/Warehouse For Sale
Office/Warehouse8,600 SF Office/Warehouse available for sale on 1.16 acre lotBuilding consists of 4,000 SF office space with 11 offices (2 floors).Warehouse space is Steel Clear Span Construction with 20' Clear Height ceilingsHas (2) 14' X 18' Drive-in Dock Doors and 13,961 SF fenced yard3 phase, 400 AMP, 480V electric serviceProperty is equipped with an alarm system.
4,137 SF Medical Office Building
Office for Sale4,137 SF Medical Office Building - 2,061 SF on Main LevelBuilding consists of Reception Area, 6 Exam Rooms, 2 Private Offices, Conference Room and Break Room.Built in 2005 - New Parking Lot and Roof in 2020.
0.28 Acre Commercial Lot
Commercial Lot0.28 Acre Level Commercial Lot for Sale. All Utilities Available. Zoned B-1 Community Business. 12,200 CPD.
Industrial Redevelopment - Former Hillsboro Glass Plant
Industrial RedevelopmentFormer Hillsboro Glass Plant on 11 Acres.60,000 SF +/- Warehouse - Finish to suitAdjacent 100,000 SF Warehouse also available for sale.Rail Spurs partially intact with switches removed.Finish to suit: Lease Rate quoted upon finish requirements.
2.66 Acre Pad Ready Site
Pad Ready Site2.66 Acre Pad Ready Site. Located 1 mile from I-55/70 and I-255. All Utilities on Site. Zoned BP-1.
2.69 Acre Pad Ready Site
Land for Sale2.69 Acre Pad Ready Site with easy access to I-55/70 and I-255. All Utilities on Site. Zoned HP-1.
2,000 SF Office/Warehouse for Lease
Office/Warehouse2,000 SF Office/Warehouse built in 2021. 1,400 SF Warehouse Space with 600 SF of Office Space and (1) 8'x9' Drive-In Door.8.64 Total Acres with 1/2 Acre Rocked and Fenced.
2,000 SF Office/Warehouse for Sale
Office/Warehouse2,000 SF Office/Warehouse built in 2021. 1,400 SF Warehouse Space with 600 SF of Office Space and (1) 8'x9' Drive-In Door.8.64 Total Acres with 1/2 Acre Rocked and Fenced.
106,200 SF Warehouse for Lease
Industrial Warehouse106,200 SF Warehouse for Lease. 105,000 SF Warehouse and 1,000 SF Office Space. (2) 8'x10' Dock Doors, (2) 14'x20' Drive-In Doors. 28' Ceiling Height.. 480V, 3 Phase, 800 AMP Electrical Service.Located in an Enterprise Zone.Lease Rate: $3.
106,200 SF Warehouse for Sale
Industrial Warehouse106,200 SF Warehouse for Sale. 105,000 SF Warehouse and 1,000 SF Office Space.(2) 8'x10' Dock Doors, (2) 14'x20' Drive-In Doors. 28' Ceiling Height.480V, 3 Phase, 800 AMP Electrical Service.Sale Price: $950,000Lease Rate: $3.
2,688 SF Industrial Office for Lease
Industrial Office Space2,688 SF Newly Renovated Class B Office Space for Lease. 4 Offices and a Large Conference/Meeting Room, Kitchenette and Male/Female Restrooms. Situated on a 1/2 Acre Fenced Lot and located in an Enterprise Zone.
Rail Served Warehouse Space Lease
Rail Served Industrial PropertyFormer Spartan Printing Complex in Sparta, IL was repurposed in 2020. Portions of the building were demolished, leaving a 2-Acre concrete pad where those building sections once stood.
Rail Served Warehouse for Sale
Rail Served Industrial PropertyFormer Spartan Printing Complex in Sparta, IL. Complex was repurposed in 2020. 44,000 SF is currently leased to Spartan Light Metal and 10,000 SF in Miscellaneous Leases.There is 96,799 SF under roof available for Lease and 212,000 SF without roof is available for lease finish-to-suit - allow 3 months for roof installation and mechanical improvements.
93.43 Acre Power Plant Redevelopment Site
Power Plant Re-Development SiteFormer 354 MW Coal Fired Power Plant. 800' Dock Line on the Illinois River. Heavy Utilities on Site and Norfolk Southern Rail Spur Nearby.93.43 +/- Acre Former Ameren Meredosia Plant Redevelopment Site is located on the east bank of the Illinois River in Meredosia, Illinois; northwest of Jacksonville, Illinois in Morgan County.
20,000 SF Warehouse/Distribution Complex for Lease
Warehouse/Distribution Complex 20,000 Total SF on 6.5 Acres for Lease 16,000 SF Warehouse / 2,000 SF Office: 14' - 19' Ceiling Height, (1) 13' x 15', (2) 10.8" x 11.6", (2) 12' x 12' Overhead Doors, (2) 8' x 10' Dock Doors, 3 Phase; 200 AMP; 120/240V Electric Service.Includes a 2,000 SF Pole Barn with (2) 12' x 12' Overhead Doors, 14' Ceilings, Single Phase; 120/240V Electric Service.
Drive-Thru Restaurant on High Traffic Corner
Drive-Thru Restaurant on 1.27 Acres1,820 SF Restaurant for Sale. Zoned C-1. Situated at High Traffic Signalized Corner at St. Clair Ave and IL Route 111 (N Kingshighway). Route 111 - 15,400 ADT; St. Clair Ave. - 12,000 ADTRestaurant is located 300 yards off I-64 and Kingshighway; Exit 6; situated on over an acre. I - 64 has 80,000 CPD at Exit 6 onto Kingshighway.
112,584 SF Manufacturing Facility for Lease
Heavy Power / Crane Served Manufacturing Facility112,584 SF Industrial Building for Lease. 107,584 SF Warehouse w/5,000 SF Office Space. Facility is Fully Sprinkled. Offices were updated in 2017. Facility is located 45 Minutes from Downtown St. Louis.Heavy Power: 3 Phase, 10,000 AMP, 480V ServiceCrane Served Building: (1) 30 Ton; (1) 7.
140,000 SF Crane/Rail Served Industrial Bldg on 16+ Acres for Lease
140,000 SF Manufacturing WarehouseBuilding Consists of: (3) 10 Ton Cranes with 120' Span and (1) 10 Ton Crane with 60' Span. 30'-40' Ceilings, Clear Span, 1,500 SF Office Space, 138,500 SF Warehouse Space. Large Yard - 9+ Acres is Fenced and Rocked.Located in a TIF District and Zoned I-1 Industrial. Norfolk Southern Spur can be activated, Switch Required.Will Lease for outside storage.
5.5 Acre Prime Development Site
5.5 Acres of developable Land in South Roxana. Located next to the Wood River Refinery. 700' of frontage along IL Rt. 111 and 200' along Broadway. 0.5 Acres on corner is pad ready at Route 111 & S. Broadway. Zoned Industrial and B-2 Business.
Industrial Development Site
12.5 Acre Industrial Site available for Sale. Rail Available. Easy Access to Route 203.
Eastport Center IV - New Construction - 6,000 to 61,500 SF
NEW CONSTRUCTION - Eastport Center IV: Finish to suitAvailable March 1st 2023Finish to Suit available for Office/Warehouse use from 6,000 SF to 61,500 SF; 24' clear height. 10% Office build out. All Utilities on Site. Also featuring fully sprinkled with ESFR Sprinklers. Located in the Eastport Plaza Industrial/Business Park.
Eastport Plaza - 5,000 SF Office/Warehouse Space for Lease
Eastport Plaza5,000 SF Space with (1) 8'x10' Dock Door, 20' Clear Height.Conveniently located near I-55/70 and I-255.There are 48 Parking Spaces total between both Suites.Lease Rate: $7.
Two Office / Warehouse Buildings totaling 12,820 SF for Sale
Two Office/Warehouse Buildings totaling 12,820 SF located in the Freeburg Industrial Park.6 Commerce Consists of: 7 Offices totaling 3,873 SF, 3,947 SF Warehouse Space and (1) 8' Drive-In Door.10 Commerce Consists of: 500 SF Office Space, 4,500 SF Warehouse, Restroom and (1) 8' Drive-In Door. Covered Walkway for access from Building to Building.
Class A Office Space for Lease - Full Service
Class A Office Building - Full Service LeasesProfessional Office Building with 500 SF - 13,000 SF of Office/Retail Space available for Lease. The building is located on the Public Square in Historic Downtown Belleville, directly across from the St. Clair County Court House. The Main Floor Lobby Space would be ideal for a Restaurant with views of the Square and Fountain.
Temperature Controlled Warehouse
Temperature Controlled / Cross Docking Warehouse61,844 SF Building with over 25,000 SF Temperature Controlled Warehouse Space, 25,000 SF of Dry Space and 8,260 SF of Office Space. (will divide)40 Dock Doors ranging from 8' x 8' to 10' x 12'. Building is Insulated, Sprinkled, Ventilated and has LED Lighting and Compressed Air.3 Phase; 120/420V, 3,000 AMP Electric Service.
10 Acre Pad Ready Industrial Site for Sale
Pad Ready I-255 Industrial SiteI-255 Industrial Site - 10 Acres Available. Improved PAD READY Site. All Utilities are available to Site, TIF Available, and located in an Enterprise Zone. Only 1.5 Miles North of I-255, Exit 10.Reduced Sale Price: $2.20* per SF*Contact Broker for Price Details and TIF incentives.