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Historic General Store and Event Grounds
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$700,000

5174 Rockford Rd, Dobson, NC 27017

A full kitchen, guest-access restrooms, open grounds, and a small amphitheater support events and community gatherings.

Property Size2,111 SF
Price / SF$331.60
Days on Market328

Property Features for 5174 Rockford Rd

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 2,111 SF
Property subtype Commercial

Additional Details

Mixed-Use Components retail, tavern, creamery, amphitheater

Amenities

full kitchen
exterior-access restrooms
small amphitheater

Building Details

Year Built 1890
Listing Agency: United Realty Group Inc
Listed By: John Stokes
Source: Searchhomesinthetriad
Added: Dec 1, 2025 Changed: Oct 25 Last Checked: Oct 24 at 5:12PM

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This historic Rockford property includes a general store with a full kitchen and appliances, along with restrooms accessed from outside. The grounds span more than 7 acres and include an open, low-lying area. A small amphitheater is also part of the property, with the site’s historic structures including the Jesse Lester Tavern, dated 1791, and Clark’s Creamery.

Zoned VR, the property is located near the Yadkin River and within the Yadkin Valley. The main building dates to 1890.

Key Highlights

  • More than 7 acres of grounds, including an open, low‑lying area
  • General store includes a full kitchen and appliances
  • Restrooms are accessible from outside the building

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Current Use

Wedding venues

Suggested Use

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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

12
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 27017, NC

8,976
Population
4,187
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
42
Median Age
16%
College-Educated
80%
High-School Grad
108.4 sq mi
ZIP Area
83
Density / Sq Mi
$57,087
Median Household Income
$39,611
Median Earnings
$676
Median Rent
$138,800
Median Home Value
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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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Wedding venue - A full kitchen, guest-access restrooms, open grounds, and a small amphitheater support events and community gatherings.
Where is this wedding venue located?
The property is located at 5174 Rockford Rd Dobson, NC.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $700,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: More than 7 acres of grounds, including an open, low‑lying area; General store includes a full kitchen and appliances; Restrooms are accessible from outside the building
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