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Two-Story Downtown Retail Space
For Lease
$40 SF/Yr

163 E Broad Street, Athens, GA 30601

Commercial Lease, Athens, GA

Space Size4,439 SF
Lot Size0.05 Acres
Days on Market309

Property Features for 163 E Broad Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Lease
Property subtype Retail
Zoning C-D
Appliances Electric Water Heater
Directions From the intersection of College Avenue & Broad Street, head West of E Broad Street. The property will be on your right in 200 feet.
Standard status Active
APN 171B5-B-005
Size 4,439 SF
Lot size 0.05 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year 2025
Tax Description C-D
Legal Description C-D

Utilities

Sewer type Public Sewer
Heating system Electric (Heating), Central
Cooling system Electric, Central Air
Water source Public

Amenities

exposed brick
large windows for natural light
full bathrooms
private offices

Building Details

Year built 1900
Floors in Building 2
Building materials Brick
Listing Agency: NAI Elrod Group
Listed By: Brian Elrod · License #251606
Added: Nov 11, 2025 Changed: Aug 20 Last Checked: Sep 16 at 2:06PM
MLS# CL343900

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This two-story retail space at 163 E Broad Street offers 4,439 square feet in a brick building constructed in 1900 and subsequently updated. The interior combines street-level retail areas with private offices, production or storage rooms, and full bathrooms. Large windows and exposed brick contribute to the building’s character while providing natural light and visibility from the street. The layout can accommodate retail, office, or mixed-use concepts.

The property faces East Broad Street across from the University of Georgia’s North Campus and the Arch. East Broad Street records an average daily traffic count of 22,300, while the site is less than 125 feet from two Athens Transit bus stops. Target is next door, The Drake is nearby, and downtown restaurants, Sanford Stadium, and campus facilities are within walking distance. Public water and public sewer serve the property, with central electric heating and cooling.

Key Highlights

  • 4,439 SF two‑story retail space at 163 E Broad Street
  • Across from UGA’s North Campus and the Arch
  • 22,300 average daily traffic count on East Broad Street

Property Analytics

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Current Use

Bel-Jean Copy/Print Center (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Suggested Use

Top Pick Auto Parts Store Building Supply Furniture & Home Goods Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Storage Facility

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

22,300 VPD
Traffic count
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$6.00 /SF/Yr
CAM

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

2,004
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 30601, GA

25,036
Population
11,634
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
28
Median Age
37%
College-Educated
84%
High-School Grad
23.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
1,070
Density / Sq Mi
$37,357
Median Household Income
$24,639
Median Earnings
$1,198
Median Rent
$213,300
Median Home Value
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Market

Lease Benchmarks for Athens, GA

$17.55 /SF/Yr
Avg Asking Price
$11.63–$40 /SF/Yr
Price Range
6,379 SF
Avg Space Size

This space is priced 128% above the average of $17.55 /SF/Yr.

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?
Retail space - Updated brick commercial space across from UGA’s North Campus with flexible areas for retail, office, or mixed-use operations.
Where is this retail space located?
The property is located at 163 E Broad Street Athens, GA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $40 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 4,439 SF two‑story retail space at 163 E Broad Street; Across from UGA’s North Campus and the Arch; 22,300 average daily traffic count on East Broad Street
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