

Paul Murphy
Principal - Designated Managing Broker
A sharp financial analyst with a keen sense for our local marketplace, Paul is at the forefront of commercial real estate investing in Southwestern Illinois.
Office: 618-277-4400 Ext. 12 Mobile: 618-954-9901Contact Paul
Paul is one of the founding members of BARBERMURPHY, which was established in 2004. Recognized as a sharp financial analyst with a keen sense of the Southern Illinois marketplace in which BARBERMURPHY primarily operates, Paul is at the forefront of commercial real estate investing in the region. His illustrious career in commercial real estate includes 13 years of experience in commercial lending and development strategies for a local banking institution, combined with more than two decades of direct commercial real estate experience.
Paul specializes in the marketing and disposition of investment and commercial properties throughout Southern Illinois, with an emphasis on the Southwestern Illinois and St. Louis Metro East markets. Born and raised in Southern Illinois, Paul has an in-depth knowledge of the region, giving him the ability to provide clients interested in buying or selling property in Southwestern Illinois with the most thorough and dynamic view of the market’s commercial real estate opportunities. This knowledge of the local market also translates into BARBERMURPHY clients getting the most efficient and fiscally responsible counsel during their real estate transactions.
Among Paul’s notable transactions is his role representing the seller and buyer in the sale transaction of a 66,300-square-foot apartment complex containing seven buildings with 78 units at Park Entrance in O'Fallon, Ill. He also represented the buyer in the purchase of a 52-unit apartment complex at Wisteria Lane in Swansea, Ill.
Paul resides in Millstadt, Illinois with his wife, Pam. He is an active member of the Ainad Shrine Temple of Southern Illinois.
Organizational Affiliations
- National Association of Realtors
- Illinois Realtors
- Realtor Association of Southwestern Illinois
- Ainad Shrine Temple of Southern Illinois
- Kiwanis Club International
- Past President, Fairview Heights Chapter
Education
- University of Oklahoma -- Norman, Okla. -- Banking & Financial Development
Paul's Properties
5,776 SF Professional Office Suite
Professional Office Suite5,776 SF Office Space. Meticulously maintained! Private vestibule entrance. 9 foot + ceilings throughout. 15 private offices and 2 conference rooms (1 large, 1 small) 4 ADA restrooms. Two mechanical rooms, Large kitchenette with separate break room and spacious copy/receptionist rooms. Has 3 HVAC units new in 2008. Current tenant will vacate by end of April.
Fully Leased Apartment Building
Excellent Investment Opportunity - Fully Leased 8-Unit apartment building Available for Sale. All units have been rehabbed within the past 4 years, new roof installed in 2020, new HVAC systems installed in some units. Ideal location off of West Main Street, within walking distance to Metro Bus Line Routes and major retail shops.CAP: 9% | GRM: 6.
Excellent Investment Opportunity
Investment Opportunity18,185 SF Fully Leased Class A Office Building, High End Finishes Throughout.Current Tenants, Merrill Lynch and Rice Sullivan, have leases through the end of 2025. Financials available upon receipt of a fully executed CA. Medical and financial services tenants occupy neighboring buildings.Excellent Location on IL Route 159, 3.5 Miles to I-64; 20 Minutes to Downtown St.
Redevelopment Site with 150' of Prime Frontage
Redevelopment Site1.11 Acres along IL Route 159 with 150' of Frontage. Zoned B-3.High Visibility/High Traffic Location with 27,000 ADT on N. Illinois St. (IL Route 159).Only 1.5 Miles from I-64, Exit 12.
5,400 SF Commercial Flex Building
5,400 SF flex space with showroom / manufacturing (2,600 SF) and warehouse (2,800 SF). Excellent location on main thoroughfare (IL Route 159). 4 grade level OHD's (8' x 10'). 1 unisex and ADA compliant restroom, with separate slop sink and break area sink. Restroom in warehouse to be completed by Landlord. Additional tenant improvements to be negotiated.
Sub-Lease 6,288 SF Class B Office Building
Office Building with Server Room6,288 SF Class B Office Building for Sub-Lease in Fairview Heights.Building Consists of: 700 SF Warehouse with Dock Door, Large Reception Area, 5 Private Offices, 2 Conference Rooms, Large Open Partitioned Office Area, Break Room, ADA Male-Female Restrooms and a Dedicated Climate Controlled Server Room with Backup Generator & Dedicate ATT Trunk.
800 SF Office/Retail Space for Lease
Last Suite Available!800 SF Office/Retail Storefront Space for Lease. Ideal location on West Blvd with 10,800 ADT. Near Belleville East High School. Easy access to Lebanon Avenue and IL Route 161.Center is also available for Sale making this an excellent Owner/User Opportunity.Lease Rate: $12.
Investment Property - 9% CAP Rate
Investment Opportunity - 9% CAP Rate / NOI $25,5114,324 SF Office / Retail Center for Sale with (1) 800 SF Suite for LeaseIdeal location on West Blvd with 10,800 ADT Traffic count - near Belleville East High School. Easy access to Lebanon Avenue and IL Route 161Sale Price: $295,000Lease Rate: $12.
10 Acre Prime Development Site
10 Acre Prime Development Site10 Acre Development Site adjoining King's Creek Subdivision in Millstadt. All Utilities are available at the property line.
62.5 AC Single Family Residential Development Site
Residential Development Site62.5 Acre Single Family Residential Development Site Available for Sale, Zoned A-1. Ideal location off of IL Route 158 (Centreville Avenue), with easy access to major thoroughfares IL Route 15, IL Route 159, and Frank Scott Parkway. All Utilities Available.
5,400 SF Commercial Flex Building for Lease
Commercial Flex Building5,400 SF Flex Space with 2,600 SF Showroom and 2,800 SF Manufacturing Space. Excellent location on main thoroughfare (IL Route 159). 4 Grade Level OHD's (8' x 10'). 1 unisex and ADA compliant restroom, with separate slop sink and break area sink. Restroom in warehouse to be completed by Landlord. Additional tenant improvements to be negotiated.
80+/- Acre Residential Development Site
Residential Development Site80 +/- Acre Development Site Available For Sale, Will Divide. Ideal Site for a Residential Development; All Utilities are Available at or near site, Currently Zoned Agricultural. Easy access to Columbia and Belleville via Route 158.
2 Commercial Development Sites For Sale
2 Commercial Development Sites Available for Sale on Highway 40; zoned C-3 Hwy Commercial. West lot is 1.35 Acres ; East Lot is 2.05 Acres. Sites are located close to Triad High School and 2 miles from the Hwy 40 and I-55/70 interchange, Exit 17.Sale Price: $3.
Multi-Family Investment
Multi-Family Investment Property Available for Sale - Apartment Building contains (10) 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Units. Ongoing updates include newer roof in 2014; Units being updated as they are vacated, New porch installed in 2019.Reduced Sale Price: $355,000CAP Rate: 11.75%GRM: 6.
Value-Add Multi-Family Investment Opportunity
Multi-Family Investment Opportunity12 Unit Apartment Building Available for Sale. Building Contains (2) 3 Bedroom Units, (2) 1 Bedroom Units, and (8) 2 Bedroom Units. Units are being remodeled as they are vacated.
Value Add > Automotive / Retail Complex for Sale
8,789 SF Value Add Automotive / Retail Complex Available For Sale. 6,289 Total SF Available for Lease. Lease space consists of 5,265 SF Turn-Key Automotive Shop fronting IL Route 159 (N Illinois) and a 1,024 SF Warehouse / Storage Building. 2,500 SF Retail Shop currently leased, but could be come available if a larger contiguous space is required for a user.
Excellent Residential Development Site
Ideal Residential Development Site94.13 Acre Development Site Available for Sale. Ideal location for residential development - 72+ Acres are platted and preliminary approved. Zoned SR1-B & Agriculture and all utilities are at site. Close to numerous national retail stores, restaurants and more. Easy Access to I-64, Exit 14.
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.
1,500 - 4,500 SF Office / Retail Suites For Lease
Office/Retail SuitesRetail Center fronting IL Route 157 with 7,700 ADT.1,500 - 4,500 SF Office / Retail Space for Lease.Three 1,500 SF Bays available; 3,000 Max Contiguous Space.Located between Collinsville and Edwardsville with easy access to I-255 and I-55/70.Lease Rate: $10.00-$12.
Excellent Retail Development Site
2.91 Acre Office/Retail Development Site, Will Divide. 510 Ft. Frontage on IL Route 4, Located next to Dollar General and Farmers & Merchants Bank, St. Elizabeth's Health Care Center, and More. Less than 5 Miles to Mid-America Airport, Scott Air Force Base, and I-64. Agent Interest.Reduced Sale: $3.
Pre-Releasing Office/Retail Space
8,400 - 1,200 SF Office/Retail Center, available for Pre-Leasing. 1,200 SF (20' x 60') Bays. Join Laugh & Learn, Farmers Merchants Bank, Dollar General, St. Elizabeth's Health Care Center. Less than 5 Miles to I-64, Scott Air Force Base, and Mid America Airport. Agent Interest. Lease: $13.
West Pointe Business Center Executive Office Space
7,700 SF Executive Office Space for Lease. Ideal for large Law Firm, Base Contractor or Tech Company. 15 total Offices, including 3 Corner Executive Offices, Conference Room, Large Kitchen Area, Copy Room and 2 large open Administrative Areas.Lease Rate: $16.
Automotive / Retail Complex for Lease
8,789 SF Value Add Automotive / Retail Complex Available For Sale. 6,289 Total SF Available for Lease. Lease space consists of 5,265 SF Turn-Key Automotive Shop fronting IL Route 159 (N Illinois) and a 1,024 SF Warehouse / Storage Building. 2,500 SF Retail Shop currently leased, but could be come available if a larger contiguous space is required for a user.
Lincoln Place Centre - 2 Suites for Lease
Lincoln Place Centre2 Office/Retail Suites for Lease - Excellent Location with High Visibility on Lincoln Highway (Hwy 50) with 18,000 ADT. Monument Signage Available. Suite 108: 600 SF - Wide Open Space previously utilized as an Insurance Office. Owner will assist with some build out or do a white box finish based on lease length and terms.
4,326 SF Office Space For Lease
12,972 SF Newly Remodeled Office Building, corner location at South Belt West and State Street with good visibility from IL Route 15. There are 4,326 SF available for lease. 8,000 cars per day on South Belt West. New parking lot. Lease Rate: $5.
Newly Remodeled Office Building for Sale
Office Building for Sale with Space for LeaseOwner User Opportunity!12,972 SF Newly Remodeled Office Building, corner location at South Belt West and State Street with good visibility from IL Route 15. There are 4,326 SF available for lease. 8,000 cars per day on South Belt West. New parking lot. Sale Price: $785,000 Owner Financing Available Lease Rate: $5.
4 Acre Corner Commercial Development Site
Corner Commercial Development Site4 Acres at the corner of Kyle Rd and North Lincoln Ave., (site configuration negotiable).Site is located in a high growth area. Site has excellent visibility and access.This would be an ideal location for a bank, drugstore or convenience store. Additional acreage is available.
Office/Retail Development Site
2.88 Acre Office / Retail Development Site on North Green Mount Road. 188' of Frontage inside of the New Dierberg's Land Acquisition. 18,300 ADT. Located near Dierberg's, Target and Shiloh Retail District. Phase 1 Environmental report available. Minutes from the New Memorial and St. Elizabeth's Hospitals. Less than 1 Mile to I-64, Exit 16.
Residential Development Site
Prime Development/Residential Site53+ Acres for Sale - Will Divide.Prime Residential Site in the O'Fallon School District. Site is located near Schools, Parks and Retail. Site is with walking distance to Carriel Jr. High School. Near O'Fallon YMCA and O'Fallon Police & Fire Station.Clean, Level Site with All Utilities.
0.74 Acre Commercial Redevelopment Site
Prime Redevelopment Opportunity0.74 Acre Pad Ready Commercial Redevelopment Site located on Route 159 with 27,000 ADT. Site is 100' by 323.6'. Prime Frontage on Route 159 near several National Retail Shops and Restaurants.Only 1 Mile to I-64, Exit 12.Adjacent 0.37 Acres at 5711 N. Illinois is also available. Combining 5709 and 5711 N Illinois Street creates 1.
Fully Leased Apartment Building
Excellent Investment Opportunity - Fully Leased 8-Unit apartment building Available for Sale. Units have been rehabbed as they became vacant, new roof installed in 2020, new HVAC systems installed in some units. Ideal location off of West Main Street, within walking distance to Metro Bus Line Routes and major retail shops.CAP: 9% | GRM: 7.
81.5 Acre Future Residential Development Site
Future Residential Development Investment Site81.5 Acres for Sale; Zoned SR-1 Single Family. Located in a TIF District and Enterprise Zone.Conveniently located off I-55/70 at Exit 15. Minutes from National Retailers, Banks and Restaurants.Partially Wooded with Rolling Topography. Maryville sewer line runs through the property.
6,288 SF Class B Office Building for Sale
Office Building with Server Room6,288 SF Office Building for Sale in Fairview Heights.Building Consists of: 700 SF Warehouse with Dock Door, Large Reception Area, 5 Private Offices, 2 Conference Rooms, Large Open Partitioned Office Area, Break Room, ADA Male-Female Restrooms and a Dedicated Climate Controlled Server Room with Backup Generator & Dedicate ATT Trunk.