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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
17.46 Acre Development Site
17.46 acres located at the SE corner of US Rt. 50 and Stanford Road on east side of Flora. Highly visible location within close proximity of a growing residential area. Located across from Clay City Hospital and Junior High School. The west side of the property’s frontage is on Stanford Road and is suitable for a wide range of commercial uses .
7.66 Acre Prime Commercial Site
Commercial Development Site7.66 acres prime commercial land located on N. 44th Street at the NE quadrant of the I-57 / IL. Rt. 15 interchange (Exit 95) which is the primary business corridor serving Mt. Vernon and Jefferson County. Highly visible property with all essential utilities available to site.
30.52 Acres
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).
7,384 SF Office/Retail Building with Drive-Thru
Commercial BuildingThe main level of the commercial building is 4,350 SF with four attached covered drive-thru lanes on the rear of the building. Partial unfinished basement is 1,440 SF used for filing storage, etc.
Commercial Sites - 118 Acres, Will Divide
Commercial Sites(4) Commercial Sites totaling 118 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.37.91 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 Acre Development Site in High Growth Area
Commercial Development Site37.91 Acre Site - Vacant Land/No Structures. Site in generally flat to gently sloping. Site is located in a TIF District and Enterprise Zone.Situated near major retailers including Menards, Napa Auto Parts and Walmart.Excellent access to I-57 at exits 94 & 95.
1.49 Commercial Site
1.49 Acres along IL Route 148 on the south side of Herrin along primary business corridor with 13,700 ADT. Site is located in a TIF District. Located in a fast growing commercial area with variety of office, fast food and related businesses. All essential utilities are on site. Adjoining 2.97 Acres (Listing # 2441) is also available for sale.Sale Price: $421,879 ($6.
Office/Multi-Use Building
1,834 Square foot open floor plan Morton Steel Building on 8,640 SF lot at the corner of Church Street and Kentucky Street. One block south of main street near the I-57 intersection. The property features one private office and kitchenette. Great space suitable for office space.
4,320 SF Historic Commercial Building-Downtown West Frankfort
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 bldg.
Fully Renovated 5,824 SF Two Story Downtown Commercial Building
Commercial BuildingFully renovated 5,824 SF circa 1900's two-story commercial building in downtown Mt. Vernon.Located across from Jefferson County Courthouse near professional offices, boutique retail businesses, banks and restaurants.Located in a TIF District and Enterprise Zone.Reduced Sale Price: $298,000 ($51.
9,394 SF Commercial/Industrial Building
Commercial/Industrial BuildingTwo separate but adjoining commercial / industrial properties located near downtown Anna. Combined, the buildings comprise 9,394 SF on .39-acres / 17,160 SF. Currently used as physical fitness facility. Can be adapted to serve multiple uses including warehousing, automotive repair, contractor shop, office related uses, etc.
2.97 Acre Commercial Site
Development Site2.97 Acres along IL Route 148 on the south side of Herrin along primary business corridor with 13,700 ADT. Site is located in a TIF District. Located in a fast growing commercial area with variety of office, fast food and related businesses. All essential utilities on Site.
9.55 Acre Commercial Development Site
Commercial Development Site9.55 Acres Commercial Zoned Property along IL Route 13, the primary business corridor in Marion. Highly visible site at signalized intersection with 25,000 ADT. Located in a TIF District with all utilities on site. Situated near major Retail and Health related business, restaurants and lodging facilities.Sale Price: $217,800 per Acre ($5.
2,255 SF Commercial Building on 0.56 Acre Lot
Commercial property located at the Southwest corner of E. Walnut Street (IL. Rt.13) and Wall Street, a highly traveled signalized intersection. 2,255 SF building located on .56 acre lot across from Walgreens and near other business uses including recently developed fast-food restaurants. Situated in an Enterprise Zone providing tax-related incentives.
Former Gas & Convenience Store for Sale
Former Gas & Convenience Store - Suitable for Redevelopment1,653 SF Gas/Convenience Store situated on 0.52 Acre Lot for SaleBuilding/Site is located along the Primary Business Corridor on IL Route 14 (W Main St.) at the I-57, Exit 71 InterchangeLocated in a TIF District, Enterprise Zone and Opportunity ZoneReduced Sale Price: $170,000 ($6.
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.
3,249 SF Retail Space for Lease
3,249 SF Retail / Business Space for Lease in established 32,342 Retail Center. Adjoining Businesses in center include: Dollar Tree and MERS Goodwill. Located in Major Retail / Business Corridor on the west side of Centralia. Nearby Retailers / Businesses include: Auto Zone, Centralia Home Center, McDonalds, Buchheit's and Walmart.Unfinished space.
2.14 Acre Residential Development Site
2.14 Acre undeveloped site fronting Veterans Memorial Drive. Ideal site for Multi-Family or Residential development; Zoned R2, Medium- Family Residential, possible for Re-zoning for business uses. 366' frontage, all utilities available near site. Great investment property given location near hospital and interstate interchange.
7+ Acre Multi-Use Commercial Development Site
Highly visible 7.46 Acre Commercial Development Site accessible from the new Morgan Avenue interchange off of I-57. All essential utilities and infrastructure available to Site. Located in a TIF District. Excellent Site for Multi-Commercial uses including Lodging, Restaurants, and Entertainment Businesses. Will consider build to suit or land lease.Sales price is based on purchase of the entire 7.
19,054 SF Former Grocery Store on 2.38 Acres
Freestanding Commercial Building19,054 SF former Grocery Store located on 2.38 acres on West Main Street (IL. Rt. 149) 0.25 miles east of I-57 Interchange. Includes a 0.58 Acre Out Lot. Located in TIF and Enterprise Zone. Potential Redevelopment Opportunity.
24.9 Acre Interstate Development Site
24.9 Acre Interstate Development Site, will Divide or Lease. Ideal location for Retail, Hospitality, Highway Business, or Investment Opportunity. Join Wal-Mart, Kohl's, Chili's, Truck Centers, Menards and more. Direct access to New Exit 94 Interchange and Exit 95. High Interstate visibility with 40,900 ADT on I-64/57. Reduced Sale: $69,700 per Acre or $1.
Commercial/Mixed-Use Development Sites
Two new tracts total 55.94 Acres. Tract 1: 20.85 Acres - Tract 2: 35.18 Acres. Located in new developing Commercial Area just south of major retailer's (Kohl's, Lowes & Walmart) and near new City owned industrial park. Sites are suitable for Commercial/Mixed Use Development. Located in TIF District and Enterprise Zone. Easy access to I-57/64 at exits 94 and 95.