On-Campus Office Space for Lease
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Property Description
The Atkins Building was the first commercial office building constructed in the Research Park at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. This 75,000 square foot multi-tenant building is located between Oak Street and First Street along St. Mary’s Road. It is situated as a gateway building to the Research Park. The building includes state-of-the-art features and upgrades, including extensive fiber and networking, backup generator power, energy efficient lighting, a large atrium break room and lounge area, fitness room with showers, conference room, and large training room.
Available Suites:
Amenities:
- Custom designed lobby with lounge area
- Shared conference room with monitor
- Common area Wi-Fi connectivity
- Expansive outdoor patio and fire pit
- Exercise facility with shower rooms & lockers
- Two shared break rooms with kitchens
- On-site EV charging station
- 24/7 Access with key card badge access after hours
- Elevators for second floor access
- Shared ADA compliant restrooms
- Access to UC2B fiber
- Ample on-site parking with 24/7 access, including during UIUC football and basketball game days
- Custom build out available
- Exterior building signage available
Area Description
1800 S. Oak Street is located directly across from the I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center, Houlihan’s Restaurant, and State Farm Center, and is within close proximity to Memorial Stadium and other major University of Illinois athletic facilities, providing added convenience and amenities for employees and visiting clients. Just minutes from central campus, the Research Park is home to more than 120 companies employing approximately 2,000 professionals in high-technology fields. At any given time, there are ~800 University of Illinois student interns at work within the Park, contributing leading-edge technical expertise while gaining hands-on experience in corporate research, engineering, and product development.
The Research Park sits adjacent to upscale retail centers and stores and offers easy access to Willard Airport. The retail centers provide park employees with a range of breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, as well as other convenient amenities and walking trails. With its proximity to major markets (Chicago – 2 hrs, Indianapolis – 1.5 hrs, St. Louis – 2.75 hrs), vibrant entrepreneurial culture, direct access to talent, and strong institutional support, the University of Illinois Research Park offers a uniquely collaborative setting for companies seeking innovation, growth, and competitive advantage.