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Having worked in a number of Illinois communities in administrative and management roles, Mike brings more than 38 years of local government experience to BARBERMURPHY.
Throughout his professional career, Mike has directed planning and development in both small- and medium-sized communities. His expertise is in strategic economic development planning, including targeted business location studies, marketing and promotion, site selection analysis, structuring of economic incentives for projects and developing land use regulatory measures to achieve desired results. His extensive background in economic development and municipal government helps to facilitate transaction funding and approvals for BARBERMURPHY clients.
Prior to joining BARBERMURPHY in 2010, Mike spent his entire professional career working in Southern and Southwestern Illinois. He is also an Edwardsville resident. With deep roots in the region, he has an excellent understanding of the area, keen knowledge of regional development programs and has built strong working relationships with local and state governmental officials.
Mike has been involved with a number of notable local projects, including the new Menards Home Improvement store in Mount Vernon.
Mike has been a volunteer board member for the Edwardsville Plan Commission and Edwardsville Zoning Board of Appeals for a number of years. He is one of few professionals in Illinois who achieved status as a certified city planner (American Institute of Certified Planners) and certified economic developer (International Economic Development Council).
Mike also is a part-time instructor at SIU Edwardsville. As part of the Public Administration and Policy Analysis department faculty, he enjoys guiding students in his classes, helping them navigate through projects related to individual communities, housing studies, downtown development, economic development financing and more.
Throughout my professional career, I have always strived to focus on people’s needs and understand what issues are important to them. This helps build a level of trust and sets the stage for positive, pro-active partnerships.
Michael J. Pierceall
Organizational Affiliations
- National Association of Realtors
- Illinois Realtors
- Realtor Association of Southwestern Illinois
- American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP)
- Certified Economic Developer (CEcD)
- International Economic Development Council
- National & Illinois State Chapter of the American Planning Association
- Illinois Development Council
- Illinois Enterprise Zone Association -- Past President and Board Member
Education
- SIU Edwardsville -- Edwardsville, Ill. -- Master's Degree in City & Regional Planning
- SIU Edwardsville -- Edwardsville, Ill. -- Bachelor's Degree in Geography
Michael's Properties
1.19 Acre Commercial Development Site
This 1.19-acre site was previously improved with two commercial uses and has been cleared and pad-ready for redevelopment. All essential utilities are available. Three existing curb cuts along Sycamore Street provide flexible access options. The property’s corner positioning and strong traffic counts make it ideal for high-profile commercial projects.
22,719 SF Retail/Showroom/Warehouse
This 22,719-square-foot retail vehicle showroom sits on a 2.19-acre (95,342 SF) corner lot at the intersection of W Ramada Lane and IL Route 13, with 233 feet of secondary frontage and 315 feet of tertiary frontage along a level, well-visible site carrying roughly 15,200 vehicles per day.
Former Funeral Home and Residence
The property at 2707 North Street, Mt. Vernon, Illinois, includes two detached buildings situated on a 1.51-acre parcel.Fronting North Street is a 4,050 SF one-story commercial building constructed in 1988 as a funeral home. The building includes two offices, two meeting rooms, two gender specific restrooms, a kitchen, and a large front assembly room.
2.83 Acre Redevelopment Site on West Main Street
2.83± acres of commercial land available for sale at 1001 West Main Street, West Frankfort, IL. The site offers 285 feet of frontage along West Main Street (IL Route 149) and is positioned in a well-established retail corridor with solid daily traffic counts (8,700 ADT).
Established 2,800 SF Grocery Store
Established 2,800 SF grocery store located at 1904 Walnut Street (IL Rt. 13) in Murphysboro, IL. The property sits on a 12,920 SF (0.30 acre) corner lot on the west side of the downtown district. The store is owner-operated and offered as a turnkey facility, fully equipped with coolers, freezers, and shelving.
Westown Center - 4,000 SF Professional Office Suite
4,000 SF Professional Office Suite located in Westown Center on the west side of Carbondale off of Rt. 13, which is the primary east/west highway serving Carbondale and the region. Westown Center is a professional office center, constructed in 1977 (renovated in 2017), with approximately 30,000 SF across two adjoining buildings on 6+ acres.
19.97 Acres of Commercial Land
This 19.97-acre site—formerly the Mt. Vernon Raceway—is positioned along the east side of North Wells Bypass in the southwest quadrant of the Veterans Memorial Drive & I 57/64 interchange (Exit 94). The property offers outstanding interstate visibility with approximately 42,200 vehicles per day along I-57/I-64.
4,416 SF Office/Retail Commercial Building
Well-positioned 4,416 SF one-story commercial building located at the northeast corner of Main Street and Carbon Street in Marion, Illinois, along a major commercial corridor.
Street-Level Commercial Suites
EVOLE at SIU is a high-end student apartment residence located at 710 S. Illinois Ave., which adjoins the campus of Southern Illinois University (SIU). The 5-story multi-use building, constructed in 2015, has 121 apartments (a mix of 1–5-bedroom units) and amenities. There are three commercial spaces totaling 6,000 SF on the ground floor fronting Illinois Ave.
8,000 SF Warehouse Building
8,000 SF industrial/warehouse building on a 1.0 acre lot located on S. 45th St. between the I-57 / IL. Rt 15 interchange to the north and the I-57 /Veterans Memorial Parkway to the south. The property is zoned B-2 (Secondary Business) by the City of Mt. Vernon and is located in an Enterprise Zone.Building Overview:•8,000 SF warehouse includes 400 SF office/ restroom (Class B Industrial Bldg).
6.21 Acre Prime Commercial Site
6.21 Acres prime commercial land. As depicted on the site plat the 6.21 acres is split with 3.5 acres on the east side of 44th Street and 2.71 acres on the west side of 44th Street abutting and visible from I-57. Each parcel has an approximate frontage of 560 ft along 44th Street. Located in a TIF District which can enhance commercial development.
30.52 Acre Development Opportunity at I-270 & Rte 157
30.52 acres located at the SE corner of the I-270 and Illinois Route 157 interchange (Exit 9) in the Village of Glen Carbon. All essential utilities to site and zoned General Commercial. Property adjoins Hampton Inn & Suites and is located 2 miles south of the main campus of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE).
Commercial Sites - 20.85-93.93 Acres - Will Divide
Commercial Sites(3) Commercial Sites totaling 93.93 Acres - Will Divide. Sites are located off I-57 between exits 94 and 95. All sites are located in a TIF District and Enterprise Zone.37.9 Acre Site - Vacant land with no structures. Land is generally flat to gently sloping. Drainage ditch traversing across near the south portion of the property. Small wooded area on SW corner of property.
37.9 Acres Zoned for Commercial/Industrial Development
Commercial Development Site37.91 acres located on Wells By-Pass in southwest Mt. Vernon just west of I-57/64 accessible from Veterans Memorial Dr interchange. Property is zoned for commercial/industrial development. Seller will consider division of property with pricing to be determined on location and size of property.
4,320 SF Historical Downtown Commercial Building
Historic one story (with loft) downtown commercial building. Constructed circa 1915 with original façade intact including large recessed display windows. Total 4,320 SF floor area. Wood flooring with exposed brick accent walls. Open floor plan in front with several small rooms in rear. 12' tin ceilings with updated interior lighting. Small loft area at rear of building.
Former Gas & Convenience Store for Sale
Former Gas & Convenience Store1,522 SF Gas/Convenience Store situated on 0.55 Acre Lot for Sale. Suitable for RedevelopmentLocated the Primary Business Corridor (IL Route 149); Near the I-57 Interchange, Exit 65Located in a TIF District & Enterprise ZoneReduced Sale Price: $170,000 ($7.
Commercial/Mixed-Use Development Sites
Two tracts totaling 55.94 Acres. Tract 1: 20.85 Acres - Tract 2: 35.18 Acres. Located in new developing Commercial Area. Property situated south of major businesses (Kohl's, Lowes & Walmart) and near new City owned industrial park. Located in TIF District and Enterprise Zone. Easy access to Interstate I-57/64 at exits 94 and 95.Sale Price: $1.