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Two-Story Restaurant and Office Building
For Sale
$2,970,000

862 Lafayette Street, Cape Coral, FL 33904

COMMERCIAL - Cape Coral, FL

Property Size17,500 SF
Lot Size0.90 Acres
Price / SF$169.71
Days on Market402

Property Features for 862 Lafayette Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Office
Zoning description SC
Directions Cape Coral, 1 block south of Cape Coral Parkway, 1 block east of Coronado Parkway.
Subdivision CC11 - Cape Coral Unit 1, 2, 4-6
Standard status Active
APN 18-45-24-C1-00052.0590
Lot size 0.90 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2024
Tax Description CAPE CORAL UNIT 6 PT.3 BLK.52 PB 11 PG 77 LOTS 55 THRU 62 and CAPE CORAL UNIT 6 PART 3 BLK.52 PB 11 PG 77 LOTS 36 THRU 39
Tax Annual Amount 22133
Legal Description CAPE CORAL UNIT 6 PT.3 BLK.52 PB 11 PG 77 LOTS 55 THRU 62 and CAPE CORAL UNIT 6 PART 3 BLK.52 PB 11 PG 77 LOTS 36 THRU 39

Building Details

Year built 2002
Floors in Building 2
Listing Agency: Cornerstone Coastal Properties
Listed By: Daryl Simms · License #258026217
Added: Jun 30, 2025 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 5 at 6:06PM
MLS# 225058810

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-story commercial building offers a functional mix of food-service and office space, totaling over 17,500 square feet. The premises include six walk-in coolers and three walk-in freezers, along with two commercial kitchens and a butcher room. Multiple restrooms are available, and a phase-3 power system is included to support heavier operating needs. The second-floor office includes a small balcony overlooking the main shopping area floor with a soaring ceiling. The outdoor setup includes a large screened patio area with power shutters, and one kitchen configuration is set up for use with the patio seating. A significant amount of furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FFE) is on the premises for consideration of sale.

The offering includes 862 Lafayette Street, with the building and some parking, plus 859 Miramar Street for an additional off-street entrance from the south and additional parking. The property is located about one block south of Cape Coral Parkway and one block east of Coronado Parkway. The building sits within the (SC) South Cape Zoning District and is associated with the CRA and the South Cape Hospitality & Entertainment Area.

With its on-site refrigeration, commercial kitchens, and dedicated butcher room, the building is well-suited for restaurant concepts or other food-focused operators seeking space that can support day-to-day production and service. The combination of ground-level operating areas and second-floor office space can also accommodate an internal management or administrative setup while maintaining separation between work and operations.

Key Highlights

  • Prime Downtown Cape Coral location in a vibrant district.
  • High‑traffic location, boosted by over 400 new nearby apartment units.
  • Significant future development projects are planned nearby.

Financial Insights For Office B

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $388.5k $22.20
− Vacancy −$58.3k −$3.33
EGI $330.2k $18.87
− OpEx −$82.6k −$4.72
NOI $247.7k $14.15
17,500 SF · lease $22.20/SF/yr · vacancy 15.00% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$3.97M
$3.47M – $4.63M (±1% cap)
NOI $277,830 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.35%
Second Best
Office B
$3.54M
$3.10M – $4.13M (±1% cap)
NOI $247,669 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.34%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$4.54M
$3.97M – $5.30M (±1% cap)
NOI $317,856 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 10.70%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Conventional restaurants

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Garden Center Locksmith (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Florist Butcher

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

Lease Details

Turnkey business
Opportunity
Yes
Heavy power

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,185
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 33904, FL

32,029
Population
20,401
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
56
Median Age
29%
College-Educated
95%
High-School Grad
9.7 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,302
Density / Sq Mi
$66,933
Median Household Income
$43,829
Median Earnings
$1,665
Median Rent
$347,100
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Two-story building with commercial kitchens, walk-in refrigeration, and office space, designed to support food-service operations.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 862 Lafayette Street Cape Coral, FL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $2,970,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime Downtown Cape Coral location in a vibrant district.; High‑traffic location, boosted by over 400 new nearby apartment units.; Significant future development projects are planned nearby.
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