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Drive-Through Restaurant Building
For Sale
$1,900,000

820 E Santa Fe Ave, Grants, NM 87020

Operating El Cafecito business conveys with the building, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and dedicated drive-through service lane.

Property Size5,741 SF
Price / SF$330.95
Days on Market285

Property Features for 820 E Santa Fe Ave

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 5,741 SF
Property subtype Retail
Zoning C-2

Additional Details

Furnished Yes
Business Included Yes
Drive-Thru Yes
Equipment Included Yes

Amenities

Drive-Thru

Building Details

Year Built 2011
Buildings 1
Listing Agency: SVN / Walt Arnold Commercial Brokerage, Inc.
Listed By: Kyle Kinney · License ##52685
Source: Carnm.resimplifi
Added: Nov 19, 2025 Changed: Aug 30 Last Checked: Aug 30 at 10:49AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of SVN / Walt Arnold Commercial Brokerage, Inc.

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

The property is a 5,741 SF restaurant and retail building constructed in 2011. Zoned C-2, the facility includes a drive-through lane with a service window and is being offered with the operating El Cafecito business. Furniture, fixtures, and equipment are included, providing an existing operational setup for the incoming owner.

Located at 820 E Santa Fe Ave in Grants, NM, the property sits along the original Route 66. El Cafecito has operated from the current building since 2011 and has been in business for 39 years. The owner-sellers will remain for a negotiated period to train the buyer. The building also offers flexibility for a different commercial direction if the next owner elects to redevelop or repurpose the space.

Key Highlights

  • 5,741 SF restaurant and retail building constructed in 2011
  • C‑2 zoning with a dedicated drive‑through lane and service window
  • El Cafecito operating business included in the sale

Property Analytics

Current Use

Drive through restaurants

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Building Supply Big Box & Wholesale Store Pharmacy HVAC Service Dental Office

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

Turnkey business
Opportunity

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

280
Businesses Nearby
21k
Monthly Visits Nearby

Foot Traffic Nearby

Shops & Services 57% Dining 43%
Blake's LotaBurger Dining
9,068 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Allsups Shops & Services
4,685 visits/mo 0.5 miles
AutoZone Shops & Services
3,752 visits/mo 0.3 miles
Valero Energy Shops & Services
3,684 visits/mo 0.5 miles

Demographics for 87020, NM

11,471
Population
4,593
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
38
Median Age
23%
College-Educated
85%
High-School Grad
902.0 sq mi
ZIP Area
13
Density / Sq Mi
$67,511
Median Household Income
$39,100
Median Earnings
$741
Median Rent
$154,900
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region

7% 2020
6.3% 2021
5.5% 2022
5.3% 2023
5.5% 2024
5.8% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Drive through restaurant - Operating El Cafecito business conveys with the building, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and dedicated drive-through service lane.
Where is this drive through restaurant located?
The property is located at 820 E Santa Fe Ave Grants, NM.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $1,900,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 5,741 SF restaurant and retail building constructed in 2011; C‑2 zoning with a dedicated drive‑through lane and service window; El Cafecito operating business included in the sale
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