Vacant Retail/QSR Site
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1713 Gerstner Memorial Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601
Vacant retail/QSR site in active commercial market.
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Lot Size0.62 Acres
Days on Market109
Property Features for 1713 Gerstner Memorial Dr
General Information
Standard status
Active
Lot size
0.62 Acres
Property subtype
Land
Zoning
B
Listing Agency:
Matthews
Listed By:
Cade Norland · License #02120126
Source:
Crexi
Added: May 15
Changed: Aug 27
Last Checked: Aug 29 at 8:11AM
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Based on property information with market context.
The former Sonic Drive-In, situated on approximately 0.62 acres along Gerstner Memorial Drive (US-171), offers excellent visibility and direct access to a major north-south corridor connecting to Interstate 10 in Lake Charles. The property is positioned within an area of established retail activity, supported by a strong economic base driven by petrochemical, LNG, healthcare, port, and logistics industries. Major employers in the area include Sasol, Phillips 66, Citgo, and Lake Charles Memorial Health System. McNeese State University is nearby. With zoning in place and a vacant former drive-in layout, this asset offers potential for an owner-user, redevelopment, or quick-service restaurant repositioning. Its strategic location near key employment centers, retail corridors, the Port of Lake Charles, and Lake Charles Regional Airport makes this a value-add opportunity in a growing regional market. The property is located at 1713 Gerstner Memorial Dr, Lake Charles, LA 70601.
Key Highlights
- Strategic location on Gerstner Memorial Drive (US‑171) with excellent visibility and direct access.
- Strong potential for owner‑user, redevelopment, or QSR repositioning.
- Positioned in an active commercial and industrial market.
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Trade Area within ½ mile
9
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Demographics for 70601, LA
34,571
Population
16,811
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
25%
College-Educated
87%
High-School Grad
16.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,147
Density / Sq Mi
$49,545
Median Household Income
$34,044
Median Earnings
$938
Median Rent
$164,300
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Drive through restaurant - Vacant retail/QSR site in active commercial market.
Where is this drive through restaurant located?
The property is located at 1713 Gerstner Memorial Dr Lake Charles, LA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Strategic location on Gerstner Memorial Drive (US‑171) with excellent visibility and direct access.; Strong potential for owner‑user, redevelopment, or QSR repositioning.; Positioned in an active commercial and industrial market.
