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    1600 S Market St, Brenham, TX 77833

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    Former Sonic restaurant on corner lot with drive-through and parking.

    Type:Hospitality, Retail, Special Purpose
    Property size:
    1,196 SF
    Lot size:
    0.35 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $376/SF
    Added:
    Jan 26, 2026
    Days on Market:
    109
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 17 at 1:13 pm

    Property Features for 1600 S Market St

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,196 SF
    Lot size
    0.35 Acres
    Property subtype
    Hospitality, Retail, Special Purpose

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1983

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    Listing Contact
    Alan Jacob

    Listing agent Alan Jacob License #435403

    Listing office Elite Texas Properties

    Listing date Jan 26, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Former Sonic Drive‑In: Ready‑made for fast food or similar business.
    • Large Corner Lot: High visibility and easy access from two streets.
    • Drive‑Through Window: Essential for quick service and customer convenience.
    • Covered Parking: Over 14 spaces provide ample customer parking.
    • Minimal Startup Expenses: Recently occupied, reducing initial costs.
    • Strategic Location: Close proximity to other established fast‑food restaurants.

    Overview

    This is a great opportunity to own Brenham's original former Sonic restaurant. Situated on a large corner lot, the property offers easy access from S. Market St. and E Mansfield St. It features over 14 covered parking spaces and a drive-through window. The interior includes an open area with window countertops suitable for barstools, presenting potential for eat-in seating. There are also two restrooms, a waiting area, a service counter, and a freezer. The property was recently occupied, which may minimize startup expenses. LED lighting is installed under the canopies. The 0.35-acre lot provides flexibility for customer parking. The location is within a short distance of Church's Chicken, Subway, Max Donuts, and several other established fast-food shops. Some of the original neon lighting on the canopies is operational. The property size is 1196 square feet.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Supreme Donuts Bakery

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Brenham
    County
    Washington
    State
    Texas
    Longitude
    -96.3930397
    Latitude
    30.155152

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Drive through restaurant - Former Sonic restaurant on corner lot with drive-through and parking.
    Where is this drive through restaurant located?
    The property is located at 1600 S Market St Brenham, TX.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $450,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Former Sonic Drive‑In: Ready‑made for fast food or similar business.; Large Corner Lot: High visibility and easy access from two streets.; Drive‑Through Window: Essential for quick service and customer convenience.
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    Real Estate License ID: 435403
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