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Historic Restaurant Building with Second Floor
For Sale
$550,000

104 N Main Street, Washington, LA 70589

COMMERCIAL - Washington, LA

Property Size3,882 SF
Lot Size0.28 Acres
Price / SF$141.68
Days on Market107

Property Features for 104 N Main Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Zoning commercial
Bathrooms 2
Full bathrooms 2
Rooms Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Parking features On Street, Off Street
Security features Security System
Exterior features Door Sign
Lot features Corner, Level
Directions I-49 to Exit 25, LA 103, toward Washington; take left at stop sign on St. Landry Veterans Memorial Hwy; take left on Main St.; property on right at corner of Main St. and Moundville.
Subdivision L2
Standard status Active
APN 0500214500
Size 3,882 SF
Lot size 0.28 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Description 1 LOT N MOUNDVILLE S & W QUIRK E MAIN ST 11060207
Legal Description 1 LOT N MOUNDVILLE S & W QUIRK E MAIN ST 11060207

Utilities

Heating system Central, Natural Gas
Cooling system Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Floors in Building 2
Flooring type Wood
Roof type Metal
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Acadiana · RE/MAX International
Listed By: Merrie Chris Leger · License #27767
Added: Apr 20 Changed: Jul 25 Last Checked: Aug 4 at 7:06PM
MLS# 2600003390

Copyright © 2026 Realtor Association of Acadiana. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic restaurant building is currently operating as a cafe and features original antique pier and beam construction dating to the early 1800s. The property includes antique “wavy glass” window panes and was renovated in 2017 by the current owner, adding modern amenities while preserving its historic character. An unfinished second floor is also present, offering the possibility to expand available space. Furniture, fixtures, and equipment are not included, but are noted as negotiable with an acceptable offer.

The property is located at 104 N Main Street in Washington, Louisiana, at the central intersection of Main Street and West Moundville.

The building is listed for sale as a commercial property and is situated on a 0.28-acre lot with a total size of 3,882 square feet.

Key Highlights

  • Historic Washington property recognized on the National Register of Historic Places—Old Courtableau Cafe
  • Early 1800s original antique pier and beam construction; metal roof and wavy glass window panes
  • Renovated in 2017 and currently operating as a cafe (restaurant)

Financial Insights For Specialty Retail

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 $53.6k $13.80
− Vacancy −$3.3k −$0.86
EGI $50.3k $12.94
− OpEx −$12.6k −$3.24
NOI $37.7k $9.71
3,882 SF · lease $13.80/SF/yr · vacancy 6.20% · expense 25.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Specialty Retail
$538.4K
$471.1K – $628.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $37,688 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.85%
Second Best
no second resolved use
Theoretical Best
Office A
$585.6K
$512.4K – $683.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $40,994 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.45%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Old Courtableau Cafe Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Building Supply Storage Facility Grocery & Convenience Store Bakery Pharmacy Barber Shop

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

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

79
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 70589, LA

3,464
Population
1,522
Households
2.3
Avg Household Size
45
Median Age
13%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
118.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
29
Density / Sq Mi
$44,063
Median Household Income
$31,838
Median Earnings
$653
Median Rent
$105,600
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 - Restaurant building on N Main Street with an unfinished second floor that may expand usable space.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 104 N Main Street Washington, LA.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $550,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic Washington property recognized on the National Register of Historic Places—Old Courtableau Cafe; Early 1800s original antique pier and beam construction; metal roof and wavy glass window panes; Renovated in 2017 and currently operating as a cafe (restaurant)
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