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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
7,000 SF Office/Warehouse
Office/Warehouse7,000 SF Building with approximately 800 SF of office. The office is air conditioned with a heated warehouse. The property features 3 overhead doors (12'x14') Parking area (12 spaces), and 2 restrooms. Remodeled in 2019 with upgraded LED lighting.
0.91 Acre Corner Development Site
Corner Development Site0.91 Acre Corner Development Site For Sale. Former fast food site, largely paved. The Site is located at the lighted intersection of N Belt East and East Main St.Potential use for Car Lot or Retail.
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
Office Space for Lease2,000 SF Office building on Illinois State Route 3. Building previously had medical tenants. High traffic location with 14,300 ADT.Lease Rate: $12.
Owner/User Opportunity
Owner/User Opportunity3,000 SF Office building for Sale with 2,000 SF for Lease. 1,000 SF currently Leased. Building previously had medical tenants. High traffic location with 14,300 ADT.Reduced Sale Price: $165,000Lease Space 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.Lease Rate: $1,500 per Acre/Month Sale Price: $1.
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: $1.
1,230 SF and 2,335 SF Medical/Office Spaces
Office Suites for Lease8,072 SF Office / Retail Building with two Suites for Lease. (1) 1,230 SF Office Space and (1) 2,335 SF Medical/Office Suite formerly used as a doctor's office, space includes 1,200 SF basement.Located on North Main St. near IL Route 3 with easy access to I-255Lease Rate: $19.
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.
2.5 Acre Site for Lease
Acreage for Lease 2.5 acre for lease Industrial site in Dupo. The site newly rocked, fenced and will have an electronic gate and new lot lighting. Perfect for outdoor storage, equipment yard, material yard, or landscaping yard. It is minutes from I-255 (exit 9) and in close proximity to St. Louis.
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.
2,380 SF Office/Warehouse for Lease
Office/Warehouse2,380 SF Office/Warehouse with four offices, two restrooms & reception area. Shop area has gas heat, AC, (2) OHD’s with door openers and 3 Phase Power. There is also a small fenced outdoor storage yard.
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
3 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.
14.46 Acre Industrial Development Site
14.46 Acres along Route 3. Two Sites Available: (1) 6.23 Acre Site with 611' of Frontage on Rte 3 and (1) 8.23 Acre Site, Both Zoned M2 General Industrial District. Currently being farmed. Located less than 2 miles to I-255 at exit 10 and minutes from DT St. Louis. All Utilities at Site Boundary.
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.
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.