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    209 COTTONWOOD ST, Abilene, TX 79601

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    Iconic restaurant property with bar and living space.

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    5,595 SF
    Price / SF:
    $89/SF
    Added:
    May 22, 2026
    Days on Market:
    8
    Last Refresh:
    May 27 at 8:20 am

    Property Features for 209 COTTONWOOD ST

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    5,595 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1951

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    Listing Contact
    John Hill

    Listing agent John Hill License #TX 0627718

    Listing office Barnett & Hill

    Listing date May 22, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Includes Abilene's oldest continuously‑operated restaurant, Farilito.
    • LI zoning permits restaurants, bars, taverns, lounges, and clubs serving alcohol.
    • Business and recipes can be conveyed separately with the real estate.
    • Features a large unused bar space.
    • Includes the home of the family that operated the restaurant.
    • Total interior size of 5595 sqft.

    Overview

    This property offers the opportunity to own a 90-year legacy with the purchase of 209 Cottonwood, the location of Abilene's oldest continuously-operated restaurant. The property includes a dining room, a kitchen, and a large bar space that has been unused for many years. Also included is the home of the family that operated the restaurant. The two-parcel property is zoned LI, which permits restaurants, bars, taverns, lounges, and clubs serving alcohol for on-site consumption. The total interior size is 5595 square feet. The owner is willing to convey the business and recipes along with the real estate.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Farolito Restaurant Restaurant

    Suggested Use

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

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Abilene
    County
    Taylor
    State
    Texas
    Longitude
    -99.7252876
    Latitude
    32.4502852

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Conventional restaurant - Iconic restaurant property with bar and living space.
    Where is this conventional restaurant located?
    The property is located at 209 COTTONWOOD ST Abilene, TX.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $500,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Includes Abilene's oldest continuously‑operated restaurant, Farilito.; LI zoning permits restaurants, bars, taverns, lounges, and clubs serving alcohol.; Business and recipes can be conveyed separately with the real estate.
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    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

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    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
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    Cap Rate = 9.97%

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    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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