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Historic Coffee Shop Building with Sunroom
For Sale
$465,000
Pending

473 Palmer Street, Franklin, NC 28734

COMMERCIAL - Franklin, NC

Property Size2,680 SF
Lot Size0.78 Acres
Days on Market76

Property Features for 473 Palmer Street

General Information

Property type Commercial Sale
Property subtype Other
Bathrooms 3
Full bathrooms 3
Rooms Bathroom 2, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 3
Parking features Driveway, Off Street
Lot features Corner Lot, City, Flood Fringe Area, Flood Plain, City Lot
Directions Downtown Franklin on the one-way going East, Palmer Street. Sign in place.
Subdivision Franklin
Standard status Pending
APN 6595206299
Size 2,680 SF
Lot size 0.78 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 4408

Utilities

Utilities Water Available
Heating system Heat Pump (Heating), Forced Air, Electric (Heating)
Cooling system Electric, Central Air, Heat Pump

Building Details

Year built 1910
Floors in Building 2
Flooring type Hardwood, Tile - Ceramic
Building materials Wood Siding
Roof type Shingle, Composition
Listing Agency: RE/MAX Elite Realty · RE/MAX International
Listed By: Marty Kimsey · License #53843
Added: Jun 1 Changed: Aug 4 Last Checked: Aug 15 at 6:06AM
MLS# 26039480

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

A historic 1910 wood siding building, currently operating as a bakery and coffee shop and presented for commercial use. The main level features a large open entry suited for retail, two private offices, and multiple baths, plus a gorgeous sunroom and a large front porch. Original woodwork has been carefully maintained. Upstairs provides a two-bedroom, two-bath living space with additional storage rooms, offering flexibility for residential or office use.

The property sits on 0.78 acres at 473 Palmer Street in Franklin, NC, with two sizable parking areas and driveway/off-street parking. City water/sewer is available, and Toccoa natural gas is available. Heating includes electric forced air and a heat pump, and cooling includes electric/heat pump central air. Flooring includes ceramic tile and hardwood, and the roof is shingle/composition.

With two usable levels and both commercial and flexible living/office space, the building and land are offered for sale only.

Key Highlights

  • Historic 1910 building with wood siding and original woodwork maintained
  • Approximately 2,680 SF with two levels for commercial space plus upstairs living/office
  • Main level includes large open entry, two private offices, and multiple baths

Property Analytics

Current Use

Coffee shops

Suggested Use

Top Pick Big Box & Wholesale Store Grocery & Convenience Store Carpet & Flooring Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Dental Office Garden Center

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
Utilities to site

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,031
Businesses Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 28734, NC

29,284
Population
18,472
Households
1.6
Avg Household Size
49
Median Age
21%
College-Educated
90%
High-School Grad
301.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
97
Density / Sq Mi
$50,221
Median Household Income
$35,913
Median Earnings
$779
Median Rent
$203,700
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in South region

14.4% 2019
16.4% 2020
17.3% 2021
18% 2022
18.6% 2023
20.3% 2024
20.2% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Coffee shop - 1910 wood-sided building operating as a bakery and coffee shop, with a sunroom, front porch, and two off-street parking areas.
Where is this coffee shop located?
The property is located at 473 Palmer Street Franklin, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $465,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic 1910 building with wood siding and original woodwork maintained; Approximately 2,680 SF with two levels for commercial space plus upstairs living/office; Main level includes large open entry, two private offices, and multiple baths
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