Looking For Off-Market Commercial Real Estate?

Are you an investor or business occupier frustrated by the endless search on platforms like LoopNet and CREXI? You’re not alone. The brutal reality is that the best commercial real estate deals aren’t in plain sight—they’re off-market. These are the opportunities brokers and investors don’t want you to know about because they understand the real game is finding deals before they hit the public marketplace.

Off-Market, On Point: The Secret to Better Deals
At the heart of what we do is simple: We find off-market properties that others can’t. With over $30 million in off-market transactions completed in the last year alone, we know how to identify opportunities faster and more effectively than anyone else. It’s all about pitching the right sellers, uncovering distressed assets, and maintaining deep, local connections.

The Problem with LoopNet and CREXI
If you’re like most investors and occupiers, you’ve probably found yourself stuck in a never-ending search loop on LoopNet or CREXI. Here’s the thing: These platforms are a lot like real estate billboards. Sure, they showcase properties, but by the time you see them, they’ve been picked over or priced out. Relying on these platforms alone often means missing out on the best properties—those that never even make it online.

About Van Vlissingen And Co.

Founded in 1879, Van Vlissingen And Co. is one of the nation’s oldest commercial real estate brokerages. However, unlike many of its contemporaries, Van Vlissingen has remained focused on remaining independent better to serve the needs of its small to midsize clientele. Our boutique approach focuses on personalized strategies, leveraging local expertise and data-driven insights to ensure every client achieves long-term success. Whether you’re leasing, selling, or developing, our team is committed to opening doors and building lasting relationships through exceptional service. We are dedicated to connecting investors, entrepreneurs, and businesses with the perfect spaces to grow and thrive.

Learn More About Van Vlissingen And Co.

Our Approach: How We Find What Others Miss

1. Pitching to Active Sellers, Faster
   We specialize in uncovering opportunities through relentless data-driven outreach. Our team pitches to more real potential sellers than anyone else by using AI to put us ahead of the competition. We’re constantly in front of owners who are ready to buy or sell, and we catch deals before they’re available to the broader market. Think of us as the real estate version of a targeted marketing campaign—we make sure the right people hear the right message at the right time. We uncover hidden gems through warm, targeted outreach—properties that offer incredible value but aren’t listed online. These efforts enable us to secure better rates and more favorable terms than what’s available on the open market.
2. We’re at the Center of Chicagoland Real Estate
   As hosts of Chicago’s top commercial real estate podcast, The Real Finds Podcast, we’re plugged into the local market like no one else. With tens of thousands of investors in our email network, we are often the first call when an opportunity arises. Our network gives us early access to properties before they even hit the whisper market, putting you in the driver’s seat.
3. Independent Locally Focused Boutique Regional Brokerage
   We have been Chicagoland’s trusted independent commercial real estate brokerage for almost a century and a half. Although we have a large-scale data-driven approach, we aren’t a global investment firm and focus on the needs of local investors and businesses. What that means is that local investors and businesses come first. Unlike global real estate investment firms that rely on the business of international investment firms and hedge funds, when we uncover a high-value property that meets your requirements, you are our first call. As a result, you can trust us to consistently deliver the best off-market opportunities.

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Stop Searching, Start Finding

Why waste time scrolling through the same listings, hoping for a needle in the haystack? We know the market is slow, and finding the right property is harder than ever. We’ve got you covered whether you’re hunting for a land site or a niche asset class.

Please tell us exactly what you’re looking for, and we’ll do the heavy lifting. There’s no upfront commitment—you pay nothing if we can’t find what you need.

Ready to Find Your Next Opportunity?

Fill out the form below, tell us your property requirements, and let us take it from there. With our unmatched access to off-market deals and deep market expertise, we may already have exactly what you want.

Don’t let hidden opportunities pass you by.