High-Visibility Commercial Acreage – Columbia, IL | 5.42 Acres on Old Route 3
Strategic, shovel-ready commercial land positioned for immediate development. These two parcels totaling 5.42 acres sit directly off Interstate 255, delivering powerful traffic exposure, seamless regional connectivity, and placement within one of Columbia’s most active commercial corridors.
The former convenience store has already been cleared—removing demolition costs and accelerating your development timeline. With strong frontage, flexible commercial zoning, and a location that captures both local and interstate traffic, this site is primed for high-yield uses.
Investor Highlights:
5.42 acres of premium commercial ground
Immediate interstate access—ideal for high-volume retail, fuel, QSR, distribution, or service-based operations
Cleared site reduces upfront costs and speeds project launch
Strong traffic counts from Old Route 3 + I-255 interchange
Expanding Columbia market with steady residential and commercial growth
Versatile development potential: multi-tenant retail, flex space, logistics, C-store rebuild, or mixed-use concepts
This is a rare opportunity to secure substantial commercial acreage in a corridor with proven demand and long-term growth momentum. Listed at $385,000
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Listed by: Southern Illinois Realty, LLC • Judy E Ross • 618-789-4379
$385,000
308 Old State Route 3, Columbia, IL 62236
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5.42Acres
Unimproved Land
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5.42 Acres Lot
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What's special
Strong frontageImmediate interstate access
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Judy E Ross 618-789-4379,
Southern Illinois Realty, LLC,
Doug L Payne 618-792-8088,
Southern Illinois Realty, LLC
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26055424
Originating MLS: Southwestern Illinois Board of REALTORS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
Property
Features
- Frontage length: 546 ft
Lot
- Size: 5.42 Acres
- Features: Adjoins Wooded Area, Bluff, Near Golf Course
Details
- Parcel number: 0405434029000 and 030000
- Zoning: Commercial
- Special conditions: Standard
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bridgeview Rdg
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Columbia
Financial & listing details
- Annual tax amount: $1,421
- Date on market: 8/27/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000+458% |
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| 12/1/2012 | Listing removed | $69,000+38% |
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| 11/21/2012 | Sold | $50,000-27.5% |
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| 4/14/2012 | Price change | $69,000-1.3% |
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| 3/12/2012 | Price change | $69,900+1.3% |
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| 3/9/2012 | Price change | $69,000-1.3% |
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| 3/8/2012 | Price change | $69,900+1.3% |
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| 9/13/2011 | Price change | $69,000-1.3% |
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| 3/13/2011 | Listed for sale | $69,900 |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 62236
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Columbia Dist 4
- Middle: Columbia Dist 4
- High: Columbia
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






