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John began his real estate career in 1989 with a St. Louis-based development company. His duties consisted of the identification, acquisition and development of commercial sites, requiring him to gain a comprehensive understanding of the regional commercial real estate market.
John’s focus as part of the BARBERMURPHY team was originally on land acquisition and development for numerous retail, office and industrial clients, but he has successfully expanded his business to the representation of sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants of land, office, retail and industrial properties throughout Illinois.
With more than 30 years of commercial real estate experience, John not only serves as a broker for his clients, but more importantly, as a problem solver and trusted advisor. He represents numerous banks in their selling of real estate owned (REO) properties. He was also recently involved with the redevelopment of a prime property on Highway 50 in O’Fallon, Ill., which had Starbucks as its anchor tenant.
As a member of the REALTOR Association of Southwestern Illinois, John has been recognized as a two-time recipient of the "Largest Commercial Transaction" award. He also has previously served as a board member of Millstadt Sportsmen Club and real estate board member of St. Paul United Church of Christ.
John currently resides in O’Fallon, Ill.
Organizational Affiliations
- REALTOR Association of Southwestern Illinois
- National Association of Realtors
- Illinois Realtors
- Belleville Downtown Optimist Club
Education
- Eastern Illinois University -- Charleston, Ill. -- Bachelor's Degree in Sociology
John's Properties
1,750 SF Restaurant/Diner
Restaurant 1,750 SF Restaurant/Diner with Equipment. Includes hood, 2 walk-in coolers, hardtop grill, fryer, steam table, dishwasher, tables and chairs. Established as a diner in 1990.Located near the Kaskaskia River at the corner of S. Benton St. and Spotsylvania St.
0.44 Acre Office Development Lot
Development Site0.44 Acre Office Development lot adjacent to Walmart and multiple office buildings. Great interstate access to I-55. Average daily traffic: 2,000 on Mall Street.
6,000 SF Bar and Grill for Sale
BAR & GRILL Formerly Howie's on Main. 6,000 SF Bar/Grill on Main Level featuring a Kitchen, Walk-in Cooler, Bar Seating for 120, Banquet Room and ADA restroom.Walkout lower-level with a 2nd Kitchen with Serving Window, Bar and Band Stage. Doors open to a patio; ideal for Private Events.Rehabbed in 2016 including Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC and more.
Investment For Sale
13 Unit all brick apartment complex consisting of 2 buildings. there are 8-1 Bedroom units and 4 studio apartments. The basement is also leased out as an apartment. Fully leased out to Chestnut health systems, with the exception of the basement. Landlord pays property taxes insurance, utilities.Granite City is a located approximately 10 miles northeast of St.
1,290 SF Office Building for Sale
Recently Remodeled Former Edward Jones Office.1,290 SF consisting of hardwood floors, waiting/reception area with fireplace, large conference room, office, large break area.The Building is Situated on 2 lots and has parking for 12 vehicles.
3,000 SF Office Building for Lease
Office Building3,000 SF medical/office building including finished walkout basement. Potential for apartment use or professional use.Main level features a reception area/waiting room, 4 exam rooms, 2 offices and elevated deck. The deck overlooks the additional parking in rear and heavily wooded .55 acre lot.
3,000 SF Office Building for Sale
Office Building3,000 SF medical/office building including finished walkout basement. Potential for apartment use or professional use.Main level features a reception area/waiting room, 4 exam rooms, 2 offices and elevated deck. The deck overlooks the additional parking in rear and heavily wooded .55 acre lot.
1,918 SF Office Building
Office Building1,918 SF Office Building located on the main thoroughfare of Millstadt, IL. Main floor consists of an open lobby/waiting area, office, two workstations and drive up window. Lower level features a kitchenette, two restrooms and large storage area.
1,000 SF Retail/Office Space
1,000 SF Retail/Office space for Lease. Great location with an average daily traffic of 17,000.High traffic/visibility location with frontage on Nameoki Road.Join other tenants: Cellular Carriers, Rent-A-Center, Papa Johns and Goodwill.
5,000 SF Office/Retail Space
Office/Retail Space for Lease5,000 SF adjoining space above Dollar General with 8'-10' Ceilings.The location shares common parking with other tenant in Center including Secretary of State Drivers License Facility.
Value Add: 83 Storage Facility, Indoor Storage, Bar/Grill & Residence
Multi-Use property situated on 4.5 acres.83 personal storage units with acreage to build additional units. 80% are leased. 9,600 SF metal building with 14' sliding doors and gravel floors. Currently used for indoor vehicle storage.Storage building/workshop features a loft area, 8' sliding door and (2) 12' sliding drive through doors. Building is heated by a wood stove.
1,840-3,680 SF Professional Office Space
Office for Lease1,840-3,680 SF Professional Office / Medical office space featuring a reception area, printer area, conference room, file room, cubicle/bullpen area and up to 9 offices. Space can be divided.Lease Rate: $14.
8,964 SF Office Building for Sale
8,964 SF two-story Office Building with ADA improvement. The main floor features a reception area, 9 offices, conference rooms and vault. The walk-out lower level includes 4 offices, vault, conference room, kitchen, mechanical room, IT room and storage area.
1,716 SF Office Building for Sale
Office Building for Sale with Space for Lease1,716 SF Office building locate on Route 159 (N Illinois) In Fairview Heights. Signage Available on Route 159.3 offices, reception area and break room in available 816 SF office space. Current Tenant (Country Companies) that leases 900 SF pays $1,400/month. If fully leased sale price reflects a 9% cap rate.
1,000- 4,300 SF Retail Space
4,300 SF contiguous retail space located on East/West thoroughfare of Lincoln Highway. Surrounded by big box retail, fast food and across the street from St. Clair Square Mall.3,300 SF prior automotive garage with waiting room, private office and 6 drive-in bays, with storage/parts areas.1,000 SF retail suite with private office, restroom and retail area. Lease Rate: $12.
1,437 SF Office/Retail Building
Retail/Office Building1,437 SF Commercial Building featuring showroom, reception area, kitchen and storage area.Monument signage on highly visible corner with an average daily traffic of 13,200.Multiple upgrades throughout 2019-2021 including furnace and water heater replacement, roof rerolled and interior painting.
7,400 SF Office/Warehouse
Office/WarehouseNewly Renovated in 2019. The property is situation on 0.60 Acres. 2,000 SF office space consists of 3 offices, file room and reception area. The 5,400 SF heated warehouse features 8' to 20' ceilings and (2) 12' overhead drive in doors.
1,188 SF Retail Building
Retail Building1,188 SF brick building located on West Main Street. Former Auto Repair Facility. Featuring a large reception area with Italian porcelain flooring throughout. Large open shop interior with two 10' overhead doors, oil separator, airlines and updated electric.Great opportunity and location for food service, office or retail use.
7,920 SF Winery & Banquet Facility
Winery & Banquet CenterVersatile event center situated on 6.5 secluded acres makes this the perfect destination spot for both indoor and outdoor group events, private parties and weddings.Center includes 2,500 SF event room with seating for up to 120 and overlooking 2nd floor catwalk.
2,400 SF Office/Retail Building for Lease
Office/Retail BuildingFormer Title loan company and Farm Fresh. 2,400 SF retail/office building for sale or lease fronting on Nameoki Rd. Featuring a reception area connected to a large open area, three offices, conference room, and additional storage area.
2,400 SF Office/Retail Building
Office/Retail Former Title loan company and Farm Fresh. 2,400 SF retail/office building for sale or lease fronting on Nameoki Rd. Featuring a reception area connected to a large open area, three offices, conference room, and additional storage area.
Turn-Key Soda Shop for Sale
Turn-Key Business OpportunityOldest Soda Fountain Shop in the U.S. (EST. 1850's). All Furniture Fixtures and Equipment included.Excellent opportunity for expanding the business to include private dinner shows, private events and catering. B&B on 2nd floor with separate entrance.Business is located on West St. Louis St. in the Historic District of Lebanon, IL.
0.69 Acres at a Lighted Intersection
Development SiteLocated at the lighted intersection of Nameoki Rd. and Johnson Rd. (2) Parcels with cross parking/access easement behind Popeye's Chicken. Surrounded by McDonalds, Popeye's Fried Chicken, and other quick serve restaurants. This is a heavy retail area. Owner may consider land lease also.
2,814 SF Retail/Office Space for Lease
Office/Retail Space2,814 SF for Lease in Nameoki Plaza. Situated off Nameoki Rd with 17,000 ADT. Large Asphalt lot with parking up to 220 vehicles.Lease Rate: $1,800/Month + CAM $3.
6.0 Acre Development Site
Development Site6+/- Acres for Sale on Mississippi Ave. (Route3) with 20,100 ADT.Located in a TIF Zone. Zoned B-2. All Utilities at or adjoining site.Excellent opportunity for storage unit development. Convenient and easy access to I-64/40, I-55 and I-255.
0.52 Acre Asphalt Commercial Lot
Commercial Lot0.52+/- Acre Asphalt Lot for Sale on Mississippi Ave. (Route 3). All Utilities at or adjoining Site.20,100 ADT on Route 3. Excellent location for used car lot. Located in a TIF Zone. Zoned B-2.Convenient access to I-64/40, I-55 and I-255.
1,424 SF Commercial Building for Lease
Commercial Building1,424 SF Office/Retail Building for Lease. Potential Drive-Up Window.Located in a high visibility, heavily trafficked retail corridor on Nameoki Rd.
1.56 Acre Retail/Hospitality Site
Retail/Hospitality Site1.56 Acres located 0.3 miles off I-55 (exit 18). 175' of Frontage on IL Route 162. High Traffic Site with 14,500 ADT.Located in close proximity to retail, office and hotels. All Utilities on Site. Survey and Geotechnical studies completed.
2.84+/- Acre Office/Retail Site
Commercial Development Site2.84+/- Acre Retail/Office Site for Sale. Located at the lighted intersection of Old Collinsville Rd. and Lebanon Ave. 340' of Frontage on Lebanon Ave. & 370' of Frontage on Old Collinsville Rd.High Visibility/High Traffic Location with 14,200 ADT.All Utilities are On Site.
0.48 Acre Corner Site for Sale
Corner Commercial Site0.48 acres located at the NW quad of IL Route 157 & 162 in Glen Carbon.Located less than 1 mile from I-270 (exit 9).Adjoins Madison County Transit station to the south. Utilities are at or near site.
2,050 SF Professional Office Building for Lease
Office Space2,050 SF Professional Office Space for Lease. 6 Offices, Reception Area, File/Copy Room, Break Room and Restrooms.Lease Rate: $15.
9,300 SF Office Building for Sale
Office for Sale9,300 SF Office Building for Sale. Multiple Offices, Bullpen Area, Break Room and Conference Room.Former Data Center. Zoned C-2. Located in a TIF District.Situated on 0.94 Acres - Additional Land and Buildings Available.
8,000 SF Church on 4.66 Acre Lot
Religious Facility 8,000 SF Church with Sanctuary Seating for 175, 3 Classrooms, Nursery, Offices, Pastors Study, Kitchen with Commercial Hood, Fellowship Hall, Choir Room, Freestanding 2 Car Garage and Alarm System.
0.94 Acre Build to Suit
Build to Suit0.94 Acre Build to Suit Opportunity. Directly off IL Route 159 with excellent access to IL Route 15 and I-255. Owner will do a build to suit for a qualified tenant. Great opportunity for office/warehouse, contractor yard, HVAC business or retail/office type user.
4,550 SF Office Space for Lease
Office Space4,550 SF Office Space for Lease, could be subdivided to 1,500 SF. Space Consists of: Several Offices, Reception Area, Bullpen Area, 2 Conference Rooms, Breakroom and Restrooms. There is Common Area Parking and good access to I-55/70.Lease Rate: $14.
2,800 SF Contiguous Office/Retail Space
Only 2 Bays Remaining(2) 1,400 SF Office/Retail Bays - 2,800 Contiguous SF. Join Little Caesar's and Top Pay Gaming.New Construction - All Brick Building.High Visibility/High Traffic Location on Route 162 (Edwardsville Rd) with 14,600 ADT.Lease Rate: $14.
2.24 Acre Development Site
Development Site2.24 Acres near the intersection of IL Route 162 and Route 159. 235' of Frontage. Water, Gas and Electric on Site. Sewer (village anticipates sewer to be in place 2021)Located 1.3 Miles to I-270 and 2.5 Miles to I-55/70.Situated in a TIF District.
The Iconic Horseshoe Restaurant & Lounge
The Horseshoe Restaurant & LoungeThe iconic Horseshoe Restaurant & Lounge is for Sale. This is your chance to own a tradition in Collinsville. A full remodel was completed in 2014 which included a full gut of the front and knock down and rebuild of the kitchen. Street improvements on St. Louis Rd., are planned for 2021.
Lakepointe Center - 2 Suites for Lease
Lakepointe Centre(1) 1,381 SF Space and (1) 2,400 SF Endcap Space for Lease - divisible to 1,200 SF.Center is located directly off Hwy 50 and only 1 mile from I-64, Exit 19.Join Stay Pressed Juice Co., Taylor Dance Academy, East Gate Grocery, Shana's Hair Salon, CNH Photography, USA Karate Club and Farmer's Insurance.Lease Rate: $13.
2 Development Lots for Sale
Development LotsTwo Development Lots for Sale. Lots range is size from 0.49 - 0.65 Acres. Utilities at Sites, Residential Zoning. Some Acreage being farmed.Lot 2: Residential - 200'x142' - 0.65 Acres - REDUCED SALE PRICE $28,500Lot 5: Residential - 142'x150' - 0.
Neighborhood Tavern with Gaming Potential
Corner Neighborhood Tavern with Gaming PotentialCharlie's Bar and Grill for Sale. 2,856 SF Bar & Kitchen on Main Level. Bar has seating for 16. Table and Booth seating for 26 and Private Room seating for up to 30. Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment included in Sale.2,142 SF Second Story provides additional Income with 4 Apartments. 3 Currently Rented with 4th being utilized as an office.
Investment Opportunity - Lakepointe Centre
Investment Opportunity - Lakepointe Centre15,600 SF O'Fallon Retail Center on Hwy 50. Located by new McKendree Metro Rec Plex in a growing corridor of O'Fallon with good access to I-64.Current tenants include Stay Pressed Juice Co., Taylor Dance Academy, East Gate Grocery, Shana's Hair Salon, Tan Solutions, CNH Photography, USA Karate and Farmer's Insurance.There is (1) Vacant Space in the center.
Office / Retail Lots for Lease at I-64 and IL-157 Interchange
Office / Retail Lots11 Office/Retail Lots Available Ranging from 0.69 to 2.18 Acres. Total of 12.76 Acres - 8.53 Contiguous Acres (Lots 9-15). Located Directly off I-64 Exit Ramp (Exit 9). Highly Visible Location with Interstate Visibility (94,700 ADT on I-64).Ideal Location for Restaurants, Hotels, Retail, Office and Entertainment Uses.
I-64 and IL-157 Interchange | Office / Retail Lots for Sale
Office / Retail Lots11 Office/Retail Lots Available Ranging from 0.69 to 2.18 Acres. Total of 12.76 Acres - 8.53 Contiguous Acres (Lots 9-15). Located Directly off I-64 Exit Ramp (Exit 9). Highly Visible Location with Interstate Visibility (94,700 ADT on I-64).Ideal Location for Restaurants, Hotels, Retail, Office and Entertainment Uses.
Ideal Restaurant / Retail Location at I-270/IL-3 Interchange
Located just off I-270 and Rt.3 Interchange. Anchor tenants include Step-N-Go convenience with Phillips 66 gas station, and automatic car wash. Near many hotels, Location ideal for food service or other retail type user. Space may be subdivided.Lease Rate: $12.
Residential Development Site
45 +/- Development Site. Ideal for Residential Development and adjoins other subdivisions. Land has frontage on Lemen Rd. & Lemen Settlement Rd. Price is Subject to Survey.
3.0 + Acre Interstate Visibility Development Site
3.38 Acres located on the S.E. Quadrant of I-270 & Rt. 203. Convenient access from I-270. Excellent location for Interstate type business (Fast food, Fuel Station etc.) All utilities at or near property. Interstate visibility. I-270 borders the property to the North. Traffic Counts- I-270 56,900 VPD, RT 203 13,200 VPD.
I-Hop Restaurant for Sale
2,600 SF Restaurant (formerly IHOP) for Sale. Located in a High Visibility/High Traffic area with 17,500 ADT on Carlyle Ave. Opportunity to convert to Office or Retail. All equipment (except leased equipment) included in the sale. Building had a partial rehab in 2017.
Retail/Office Space for Lease in Millstadt Plaza
Space for Lease in Millstadt Plaza3,200 SF Former Restaurant Space1,100 SF Retail/Office SpaceEstablished Retail Center at the entrance of Town. Join Sunrise Restaurant, NT Nails and Rae & James Home Decor.
Retail/Office Space on out pad anchored by Walmart
Last Bay Available - Vandalia CommonsVandalia Commons - Office/Retail Center in front of Wal-Mart. 1,200-3,700 SF for Lease. Tenants include Rent-A-Center, AT&T, Verizon, Dollar Tree, Goodwill, China King and more. Monument Signage Available.Lease Rate: $15.
Office Suites for Lease
5,793 SF Office Building for Sale with 4,241 SF for Lease. Currently divided for 3 tenants; 2 on main level and 1 on lower level.
Office Bldg for Sale or Lease
5,793 SF Office Building for Sale with 4,241 SF for Lease. Currently divided for 3 tenants; 2 on main level and 1 on lower level.
Office/Retail Space for Lease
Retail/Office Units AvailableSpaces Range from 1,200 SF - 2,500 SF Contiguous.Join Game Stop, DaVita, Factory Direct Mattress & Furniture, Sweet Treats from the Hart and Botavi Welness in this Retail Center.Surrounding National Retailers include Walmart, Aldi and multiple Car Dealerships.Fronts IL Route 3 (Lewis and Clark Blvd), which offers high visibility for your business with 12,000 ADT.
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.
6.8 Acre Development Site
6.8 Acres across from Gateway International Raceway. Located at I-55/70 and IL Route 203. Excellent Interstate access to I-55/70, I-64/40, I-270 and I-255. Phase 1&2 environmental, geotechnical studies, Survey, Topo, proposed zoning plan with building layout all completed. Land is located in a TIF and Enterprise zone. Utilities at or near site.
0.38 Acre Corner Lot
0.38 Acre Paved Corner Parking Lot located adjacent new Wood River Police Station. All Utilities are At or Near Property. Office Building located adjacent to lot is also available for Sale or Lease.
Corner Development Lot for Sale
0.11 Acre Corner Development Site for Sale. Located at the corner of 20th and Grand in Granite City. Located in a PUD and Opportunity Zone. TIF available. All Utilities available to Site.
Excellent Residential Development Site
Excellent Residential Development Opportunity. 3 Sites Available for Sale: 45 Acre, 66 Acre and 74 Acre Sites. 45 and 74 Acre Sites are Tree Lined. Water, Gas and Electric are At or Near Site. Subdivide Possible.