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Historic Restaurant and Event Venue
For Sale
$1,495,000

209 Laurel Avenue W, Foley, AL 36535

Historic building set up as a restaurant and event venue, with two entrances and recent equipment and building updates.

Property Size12,000 SF
Price / SF$124.58
Days on Market47

Property Features for 209 Laurel Avenue W

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 12,000 SF
Total Parking Spaces 10
Zoning B-1

Additional Details

Furnished Yes
Highway Access Yes

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $5,405

Amenities

Active
45292618
One
yes
Carpet, Vinyl
Electric
Central
Loading (None)
Other
Level
14000.184
10
Square Feet
Road Frontage (100)
Parking Lot, See Remarks
Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
City Street
140 x 100
2

Building Details

Year Built 1912
Buildings 2
Listing Agency: Blackwell Roberts Real Estate
Listed By: Lydia Blackwell · License #47572
Source: Realestatestore251.idxbroker
Added: Jul 23 Changed: Aug 8 Last Checked: Sep 7 at 4:40AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic commercial building is preserved with period features including pine beaded board walls, stained and leaded glass windows, chandeliers, and a fireplace. Parts of the building were built in 1912. Since 1984, it has been operated as the Gift Horse restaurant and events venue, and it is still set up as a restaurant and an event venue.

The property includes two distinct entrances, allowing for multiple events to operate at the same time. The seller reports over a 12,000 square foot building area. Updates include an air conditioner, water heater, and some flooring in the bathrooms, and some kitchen equipment—including ovens and stoves—was replaced within the last year. Ample front parking is available along adjoining side streets for visitors, with separate back parking for employees.

The seller is willing to leave tables and chairs and some additional furniture. The sale does not include antiques, and they will be removed prior to possession. The property is for sale as-is, and buyers should confirm square footage and complete all inspections and due diligence prior to purchase.

Key Highlights

  • Historic building built in 1912, currently set up as a restaurant and events venue in downtown Foley
  • Two distinct entrances allow for multiple events happening at the same time
  • Includes kitchen equipment: most equipment will remain; some ovens and stoves replaced within the last year

Property Analytics

Current Use

The Gift Horse Restaurant ... Restaurant

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Grocery & Convenience Store Electrical Service (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Catering Service Computer & Electronic Repair

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

Yes
Highway access

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

960
Businesses Nearby
18k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 98% Home Improvements & Furnishings 2%
Regions Bank Shops & Services
8,923 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Chevron Shops & Services
4,627 visits/mo 0.4 miles
Truist Shops & Services
3,568 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Napa Auto Parts Shops & Services
810 visits/mo 0.2 miles
Badcock Home Furniture & More Home Improvements & Furnishings
364 visits/mo 0.4 miles

Demographics for 36535, AL

35,484
Population
18,755
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
46
Median Age
26%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
92.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
384
Density / Sq Mi
$67,013
Median Household Income
$41,574
Median Earnings
$1,168
Median Rent
$250,800
Median Home Value

Market

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?
Conventional restaurant - Historic building set up as a restaurant and event venue, with two entrances and recent equipment and building updates.
Where is this conventional restaurant located?
The property is located at 209 Laurel Avenue W Foley, AL.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,495,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic building built in 1912, currently set up as a restaurant and events venue in downtown Foley; Two distinct entrances allow for multiple events happening at the same time; Includes kitchen equipment: most equipment will remain; some ovens and stoves replaced within the last year
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