17481 Us Highway 50, Twin Bridges, CA, 95735

High-Visibility Retail Station and Café

17481 Us Highway 50 Twin Bridges, CA 95735

For Sale

$1,799,000

COMMERCIAL - Twin Bridges, CA

Lot Size1.41 Acres

Days on Market172

Property Features for 17481 Us Highway 50

General Information

Property type: Commercial Sale
Property subtype: Other
Parking features: RV
Window features: Single Pane Window(s)
Exterior features: Storage Shed, Land Included
Fireplace: 1
Standard status: Active
APN: 038410001000
Lot size: 1.41 Acres

Utilities

Utilities: Cable Available
Heating system: Propane (Heating), Wood, Fireplace(s), Forced Air

Building Details

Year built: 1964
Flooring type: Wood, Carpet, Tile
Building materials: Wood Frame, Wood Siding
Roof type: Metal
Additional Structures: Storage, Outbuilding

Listing Agency: Compass

Listed By: Mark Salmon · License #01485376

Added: Feb 3 Changed: Jul 21 Last Checked: Jul 25 at 7:06AM

MLS# 142494

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Strawberry Station is a fully operating retail station that includes an established general store and café offering convenience retail, specialty coffee, food items, and cold beverages. The property includes an on- and off-site beer and wine license with outdoor picnic table service and seasonal live music events. Upstairs space supports a rental and service operation for climbing gear, ski and snowboard equipment, snowshoes, and tuning services, along with office space and flexibility for future residential-style or expanded commercial use, subject to buyer verification and approvals.

Located on U.S. Highway 50 in historic Strawberry, the station functions as an essential service stop and gathering place for locals and visitors. The property is described as benefiting from consistent year-round traffic associated with recreation, tourism, and mountain travel into the Tahoe Basin.

The site includes substantial operational infrastructure, including a drive-through chain-up station, custom woodworking shop, diesel backup generator serving the entire site, more than 1,200 square feet of mezzanine storage, and a car lift. Approximately 446 square feet is occupied by the United States Postal Service, generating approximately $10,000 per year in ancillary lease income.

Key Highlights

High‑visibility U.S. Highway 50 commercial property in historic Strawberry, CA with established general store and café operation
USPS occupies about 446 SF, generating approximately $10,000/year in ancillary lease income
Includes drive‑through chain‑up station, custom woodworking shop, and equipment for year‑round operations

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Grocery and convenience stores

What type of property is this?

Grocery and convenience store - Operating general store and café with upstairs service and rental space, plus leased USPS space and extensive back-of-house infrastructure.

Where is this grocery and convenience store located?

The property is located at 17481 Us Highway 50 Twin Bridges, CA.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $1,799,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: High‑visibility U.S. Highway 50 commercial property in historic Strawberry, CA with established general store and café operation; USPS occupies about 446 SF, generating approximately $10,000/year in ancillary lease income; Includes drive‑through chain‑up station, custom woodworking shop, and equipment for year‑round operations