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Downtown Historic Mixed-Use Building
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$144,500

509 Commercial St, Emporia, KS 66801

Historic downtown building with a street-facing storefront, large display windows, and an upstairs partially finished apartment.

Property Size3,250 SF
Price / SF$44.46
Days on Market72

Property Features for 509 Commercial St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 3,250 SF

Taxes and HOA fees

Annual Taxes $5,544

Building Details

Stories 2
Listing Agency: RE/MAX EK Real Estate
Listed By: Lacie Hamlin
Source: Exprealty
Added: Jun 26 Changed: Aug 20 Last Checked: Sep 4 at 9:25AM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic commercial building offers approximately 3,250 square feet across two levels, plus a partial basement. The main level includes a storefront with large display windows and street-facing visibility, providing flexible space for retail or office use. Upstairs features a partially finished apartment with a kitchenette and bathroom, along with the framework for a spacious two-bedroom layout.

The property is located in downtown Emporia on Commercial Street. Large windows in the upper level overlook Commercial Street, bringing natural light into the apartment area.

With both commercial and residential components already in place, the building supports mixed-use configurations and multiple layout approaches for an owner-operator or investor.

Key Highlights

  • Historic downtown commercial building on Commercial Street with approximately 3,250 SF across two levels plus a partial basement
  • Street‑facing storefront on the main level with large display windows
  • Upstairs includes a partially finished apartment with a kitchenette and bathroom

Property Analytics

Current Use

Massage Works Alternative Medicine Practice Vault Meats & Cheeses Bakery

Suggested Use

Top Pick Parking Lot & Garage Pharmacy Kitchen & Bath Showroom (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Hair Salon Bakery

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

124
Businesses Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use

Demographics for 66801, KS

27,369
Population
13,008
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
28%
College-Educated
88%
High-School Grad
301.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
91
Density / Sq Mi
$57,771
Median Household Income
$30,373
Median Earnings
$799
Median Rent
$144,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Office in Midwest region

13.7% 2019
15.6% 2020
17.1% 2021
18.9% 2022
21% 2023
22% 2024
21.3% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Historic downtown building with a street-facing storefront, large display windows, and an upstairs partially finished apartment.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 509 Commercial St Emporia, KS.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $144,500.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic downtown commercial building on Commercial Street with approximately 3,250 SF across two levels plus a partial basement; Street‑facing storefront on the main level with large display windows; Upstairs includes a partially finished apartment with a kitchenette and bathroom
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