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Historic Restaurant and Event Venue
For Sale
$6,350,000

185 N Lena Street, Ridgway, CO 81432

CommercialSale, Ridgway, CO

Property Size5,293 SF
Price / SF$1,199
Days on Market240

Property Features for 185 N Lena Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning description General Commercial
Directions Town of Ridgway, North on Lena, Property on the left.
Subdivision Ridgway
Standard status Active

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 52057
Listing Agency: KELLER WILLIAMS SOUTHWEST ASSOC · Keller Williams Realty
Listed By: Colleen Aller · License #FA100097828
Added: Jan 6 Changed: Sep 2 Last Checked: Sep 3 at 2:06PM
MLS# 20260050

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This 5,293-square-foot conventional restaurant property combines a 1907 structure with a new addition completed in 2024. The commercial buildout includes a high-end kitchen planned for operational workflow, a handcrafted bar, integrated audiovisual systems, and seating areas both indoors and outdoors. The layout supports restaurant service as well as private dining, live music, corporate gatherings, and celebrations.

Located at 185 N. Lena Street in Ridgway’s town core, the property offers pedestrian access and high visibility. Its setting provides proximity to Telluride and Ouray, along with year-round recreation and tourism activity in the surrounding area. The building is not currently operating, allowing the next owner to establish a restaurant, event venue, brewery, distillery, or related hospitality concept within the existing commercial infrastructure.

Key Highlights

  • 5,293 SF restaurant and event venue
  • 1907 structure elevated in 2024 with a new addition
  • State‑of‑the‑art commercial kitchen with planned workflow and capacity

Property Analytics

Current Use

The Old Firehouse Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Repair Shop HVAC Service Auto Parts Store Plumbing Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Storage Facility

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

423
Businesses Nearby
15k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 90% Home Improvements & Furnishings 10%
Shell Shops & Services
7,177 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Conoco Shops & Services
6,523 visits/mo 0.5 miles
Ridgway Hardware Home Improvements & Furnishings
1,456 visits/mo 0.2 miles

Demographics for 81432, CO

3,061
Population
2,058
Households
1.5
Avg Household Size
54
Median Age
56%
College-Educated
99%
High-School Grad
300.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
10
Density / Sq Mi
$87,547
Median Household Income
$46,643
Median Earnings
$1,469
Median Rent
$771,400
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region

7% 2020
6.3% 2021
5.5% 2022
5.3% 2023
5.5% 2024
5.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Historic brick construction pairs with a commercial kitchen, bar, event AV, and indoor-outdoor seating.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 185 N Lena Street Ridgway, CO.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $6,350,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 5,293 SF restaurant and event venue; 1907 structure elevated in 2024 with a new addition; State‑of‑the‑art commercial kitchen with planned workflow and capacity
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