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Battery Storage Leases Near Freeport, IL
Freeport, the Stephenson County seat and regional hub of northwest Illinois, has direct substation access and 486 MW of battery projects in the PJM queue. Its position at the junction of US-20 and Route 26 makes nearby farmland accessible to energy storage developers.
Estimated Annual Lease
$40,000
5 MW project (~0.5 acres)
Nearby Substations
4
Up to 486 MW capacity
County
Stephenson
Stephenson County, IL
Grid infrastructure near Freeport
The Freeport area has 4 ComEd substations with up to 486 MW of capacity for battery storage interconnection. Key connection points include:
Properties within 2-5 miles of these substations are the most viable for battery storage leases. Our team evaluates proximity, feeder infrastructure, and available capacity for each property at no cost.
What Freeport-area landowners can earn
Battery storage developers pay per megawatt of installed capacity. Here's what landowners near Freeport could earn:
| Project Size | Annual Lease | Land Needed | 25-Year Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 MW | $16,000/yr | ~0.2 acres | $500,000 |
| 5 MW | $40,000/yr | ~0.5 acres | $1,250,000 |
| 10 MW | $80,000/yr | ~1 acres | $2,500,000 |
| 20 MW | $160,000/yr | ~2 acres | $5,000,000 |
How to get started near Freeport
Tell us about your property
Fill out a short form with your property location near Freeport. Takes about two minutes.
We check your site
We evaluate your property's proximity to Freeport-area substations, available interconnection capacity, and grid infrastructure.
Review a lease offer
If your property qualifies, we present lease terms with annual payment amounts, duration, and escalation schedule.
Start earning
Once signed, the developer handles permitting and construction. You start receiving lease payments.
Questions from Freeport-area landowners
Can I lease my land for battery storage near Freeport?
If your property is within a few miles of a ComEd substation with available interconnection capacity in the Freeport area, it may qualify. Stephenson County has 4 substations with up to 486 MW of capacity. Submit a free assessment to find out.
How much land do I need near Freeport?
Battery storage needs only 0.2-2 acres — far less than solar. A typical 5 MW project uses about 0.5 acres. The rest of your property stays in production.
Will this affect my farming?
No. The installation is a small fenced area — typically the size of a few shipping containers on a concrete pad. Farmers report no impact on planting, harvesting, drainage, or equipment access.
Is there any cost to me?
None. The developer covers everything — permitting, construction, equipment, maintenance, and insurance. The assessment is also free with no obligation.
Own land near Freeport?
Find out if your property qualifies for a battery storage lease. Free assessment, no obligation.