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    2521 S FRENCH AVENUE, Sanford, FL 32773

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    $775,000

    Established ice cream shop with drive-thru and real estate included.

    Type:Commercial
    Lot size:
    0.17 Acres
    Added:
    Oct 14, 2025
    Days on Market:
    234
    Last Refresh:
    May 10 at 9:59 pm

    Property Features for 2521 S FRENCH AVENUE

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Lot size
    0.17 Acres
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    2006

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    Listing Contact
    MARK ALLEN

    Listing agent MARK ALLEN

    Listing office COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE PROF IN

    Listing date Oct 14, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Established, Profitable Ice Cream/Italian Ice Business with Real Estate Included
    • Fully Renovated Drive‑Thru Restaurant Building with High Highway Traffic and Visibility
    • Turn‑Key Opportunity Suitable for Various Restaurant/Retail Uses
    • Long‑Standing Business with Strong Local Customer Base
    • Prime Location Next to Walgreens and Surrounded by Residential/Commercial Properties
    • Seller Financing Available

    Overview

    This is a well-established, highly profitable ice cream shop and Italian ice business for sale, including the fully renovated drive-thru real estate building. Established for over 20 years, this renovated drive-thru restaurant benefits from high highway traffic and visibility due to its frontage on a busy highway. The restaurant building, featuring an easy-in and easy-out drive-thru, can also be used for various other restaurant and retail purposes. The updated interior and exterior reflect modern functionality, presenting a turn-key opportunity for a new owner, operator, or investor. The business has a long-standing presence in the community with a strong local customer base. The property is located next door to Walgreens and is surrounded by a strong residential homeowner base and many commercial neighbors. Seller financing is available with a strong down payment.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Sal's Italian Ice Grocery & Convenience Store I'S Roofing Services Roofing Company

    Suggested Use

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

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

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    City
    Sanford
    County
    Seminole
    State
    Florida
    Longitude
    -81.2728
    Latitude
    28.7856

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Restaurant - Established ice cream shop with drive-thru and real estate included.
    Where is this restaurant located?
    The property is located at 2521 S FRENCH AVENUE Sanford, FL.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $775,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Established, Profitable Ice Cream/Italian Ice Business with Real Estate Included; Fully Renovated Drive‑Thru Restaurant Building with High Highway Traffic and Visibility; Turn‑Key Opportunity Suitable for Various Restaurant/Retail Uses
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    • 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
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    • 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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    • 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
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