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Historic Riverfront Restaurant Building
For Sale
$10,000,000
Pending

100 E Bay Street, Savannah, GA 31401

Brick landmark offers a preserved trading floor, dramatic 30-foot ceilings, and river-facing ambiance for adaptive reuse.

Property Size9,300 SF
Days on Market51

Property Features for 100 E Bay Street

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 9,300 SF
Zoning BB

Additional Details

Clear Height 30 ft

Amenities

Active Under Contract
Public
no
-1906568710
Retail
Other
yes
Some Electric Appliances, Some Gas Appliances, Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Square Feet
9300
Item2CommonWalls
Central Air, Electric, Gas
Electric, Forced Air
4
Fireplace, High Ceilings
0.079
Acres
Public Sewer
Storm Window(s)
Paved
Pillar/Post/Pier
3441
Brick

Building Details

Building Size 9,300 SF
Year Built 1872
Stories 4
Listing Agency: Carolina Realty Co. Southeast LLC
Listed By: Kathy Ross · License #286230
Source: Palmrealtync.idxbroker
Added: Jul 6 Changed: Aug 24 Last Checked: Jul 23 at 2:56AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Carolina Realty Co. Southeast LLC

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Built in 1886, this iconic brick Savannah Cotton Exchange currently operates as a Masonic Lodge. The approximately 10,000-square-foot structure is positioned on the Savannah River within the National Historic Landmark District. Architectural details include a facade with cotton motifs, an original trading floor with elaborate woodwork, 30-foot ceilings, a traders’ balcony, and a large stained-glass window.

A grand staircase leads to an industrial-size kitchen and dining area, along with two floors of multi-use rooms. The building is oriented for panoramic, river-view presentation and overlooks Bay Street.

This property is well suited for a tailored tenant or ownership concept that can take advantage of its landmark interior and flexible upper-level spaces. The layout supports uses such as a signature restaurant, high-end event space, luxury apartments, a private club, upscale retail, mixed use, or an opulent residence. Preservation-focused buyers may also consider possible preservation tax incentives, depending on applicable programs and approvals. Community infrastructure nearby includes curbs, gutters, streetlights, and sidewalks.

Key Highlights

  • Approx. 10,000 SF historic brick Cotton Exchange built in 1872, currently used as a Masonic Lodge
  • Original trading floor with elaborate woodwork, high ceilings, and a traders' balcony
  • Interior features include a fireplace and 30‑ft ceilings, plus a colossal stained‑glass window

Property Analytics

Current Use

Solomon's Lodge #1 ... Community Center

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store HVAC Service Kitchen & Bath Showroom Veterinary Clinic Plumbing Service Carpet & Flooring Store

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

30 ft
Clear height

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

3,826
Businesses Nearby
278k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Hotels & Casinos 37% Shops & Services 23% Dining 19% Apparel 13%
Parker's Kitchen Shops & Services
16,514 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Gap Apparel
16,199 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Hotel Indigo Savannah Historic District Hotels & Casinos
15,469 visits/mo 0.2 miles
McDonald's Dining
14,310 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Hilton Garden Inn Savannah Historic District Hotels & Casinos
14,170 visits/mo 0.3 miles

Demographics for 31401, GA

22,927
Population
11,832
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
28
Median Age
48%
College-Educated
91%
High-School Grad
3.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
6,743
Density / Sq Mi
$50,182
Median Household Income
$27,309
Median Earnings
$1,428
Median Rent
$477,600
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Conventional restaurant - Brick landmark offers a preserved trading floor, dramatic 30-foot ceilings, and river-facing ambiance for adaptive reuse.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 100 E Bay Street Savannah, GA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $10,000,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Approx. 10,000 SF historic brick Cotton Exchange built in 1872, currently used as a Masonic Lodge; Original trading floor with elaborate woodwork, high ceilings, and a traders' balcony; Interior features include a fireplace and 30‑ft ceilings, plus a colossal stained‑glass window
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