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    145 S Auburn Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945

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    $569,000

    Turn-key restaurant opportunity in historic downtown Grass Valley.

    Type:Mixed Use
    Property size:
    1,900 SF
    Lot size:
    0.11 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $299/SF
    Added:
    Mar 5, 2026
    Days on Market:
    124
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 9 at 9:02 pm

    Property Features for 145 S Auburn Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,900 SF
    Lot size
    0.11 Acres
    Property subtype
    Mixed Use

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1950

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    Lore Reynolds-Hamilton

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    Listing date Mar 5, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location in the heart of historic downtown Grass Valley with high foot traffic and proximity to Mill Street Plaza.
    • Turn‑key restaurant opportunity, fully equipped and ready for immediate operation.
    • Established business with a long history serving the community since the 1930s.
    • Includes four private parking spaces plus convenient access to a public city lot.
    • Unique western‑themed interior featuring original paintings by renowned local artist Albert Krebs.
    • Recent city improvements, including new sidewalks, enhance the property's appeal.

    Overview

    This 1,900 sq. ft. restaurant space is located in the heart of historic downtown Grass Valley. The building has been serving the community since the 1930s and has been owned by the same family since 1999. Most recently, it operated as a breakfast spot. The interior features a western theme. Paintings by local artist Albert Krebs adorn the back room and hall. The property includes four private parking spaces, with a public city lot located across the street. Recent city improvements include new sidewalks. The property is located steps from Mill Street Plaza. The property sits on 0.11 acres and offers potential for a new owner to continue the tradition or bring a fresh vision to a proven downtown destination.

    Local 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 $70.7k $37.20
    − Vacancy −$7.3k −$3.83
    EGI $63.4k $33.37
    − OpEx −$15.8k −$8.34
    NOI $47.5k $25.03
    1,900 SF · lease $37.20/SF/yr · vacancy 10.30% · expense 25.00%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Specialty Retail
    $679.3K
    $594.4K – $792.5K (±1% cap)
    NOI $47,550 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.36%
    Second Best
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    no second resolved use
    Theoretical Best
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    same as Best Use
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Charlie's Cafe Restaurant Smoke BBQ Grass ... Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Pharmacy Storage Facility Shopping Center & Mall (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Restaurant Coworking & Hybrid Office Florist Cosmetic Store Locksmith Clothing & Fashion Store

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Similar Places Nearby

    • Elam Biggs Bed & Breakfast — 220 Colfax Ave, Grass Valley, CA 95945
    • Kate's Place — 422 Kate Hayes St, Grass Valley, CA 95945
    • Charlie's Cafe — 145 S Auburn St #6516, Grass Valley, CA 95945
    • Prospector's Cottage — 221 Washington St, Grass Valley, CA 95945

    Location Insight

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    City
    Grass Valley
    County
    Nevada
    State
    California
    Longitude
    -121.0616473
    Latitude
    39.2176314

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Breakfast & diner - Turn-key restaurant opportunity in historic downtown Grass Valley.
    Where is this breakfast & diner located?
    The property is located at 145 S Auburn Street Grass Valley, CA.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $569,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in the heart of historic downtown Grass Valley with high foot traffic and proximity to Mill Street Plaza.; Turn‑key restaurant opportunity, fully equipped and ready for immediate operation.; Established business with a long history serving the community since the 1930s.
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