Historic Downtown Retail
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839 FIRST AVE, Monte Vista, CO 81144
Historic 1908 retail building with dressing rooms, office, storage, and a turnkey storefront for boutique and specialty concepts.
Property Size2,250 SF
Price / SF$122.22
Days on Market56
Property Features for 839 FIRST AVE
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
2,250 SF
Property subtype
Retail
Zoning
commercial
Building Details
Year Built
1908
Stories
1
Units
1
Listing Agency:
Steffens and Company Realty
(719) 873-1700
Listed By:
Bruce Steffens · License #CO 000569825
Source:
Crexi
Added: Jun 18
Changed: Aug 8
Last Checked: Aug 12 at 5:13AM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
Constructed in 1908, this downtown retail building offers a dedicated retail floor with an attractive storefront. The interior includes dressing rooms with built-in fixtures, office space, and storage areas designed to support day-to-day customer service and merchandising. The sale includes numerous fixtures and equipment such as clothing racks, shelving, display cases, mannequins, a checkout counter, mirrors, furniture, and lighting, along with a security system. The retail business is not included, though the existing merchandise inventory may be purchased separately via a Bill of Sale.
The property is located on Monte Vista’s Main Street, positioned for visibility to regular pedestrian activity in the downtown core. The surrounding area is supported by year-round local commerce and tourism connected to nearby regional attractions, including Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge and Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. Access to the broader San Luis Valley, including nearby historic communities, supports a mixed base of residents and visitors.
This space is well suited for tenants or buyers looking to operate a specialty retail concept such as a boutique, gift shop, art gallery, outdoor retailer, or specialty market. With its existing retail layout and included merchandising fixtures, an operator can evaluate the site for immediate fit and continued brand presentation while incorporating their own store setup as desired.
The property is located on Monte Vista’s Main Street, positioned for visibility to regular pedestrian activity in the downtown core. The surrounding area is supported by year-round local commerce and tourism connected to nearby regional attractions, including Monte Vista National Wildlife Refuge and Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. Access to the broader San Luis Valley, including nearby historic communities, supports a mixed base of residents and visitors.
This space is well suited for tenants or buyers looking to operate a specialty retail concept such as a boutique, gift shop, art gallery, outdoor retailer, or specialty market. With its existing retail layout and included merchandising fixtures, an operator can evaluate the site for immediate fit and continued brand presentation while incorporating their own store setup as desired.
Key Highlights
- Historic 1908 downtown Monte Vista retail building with 3,125 SF of interior space
- Retail layout includes spacious sales floor plus dressing rooms, office space, and storage areas
- Storefront setup with included fixtures and equipment such as clothing racks, shelving, display cases, mannequins, and a checkout counter
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
443
Businesses Nearby
22k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Under-served
Demand for This Use
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Groceries 61%
Shops & Services 29%
Electronics 5%
Hotels & Casinos 2%
Safeway
Groceries
13,431 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Exxon
Shops & Services
4,459 visits/mo
0.2 miles
O'Reilly Auto Parts
Shops & Services
1,890 visits/mo
0.1 miles
Verizon
Electronics
1,095 visits/mo
0.1 miles
Budget Host Monte Villa Inn
Hotels & Casinos
521 visits/mo
0.1 miles
Demographics for 81144, CO
7,347
Population
2,979
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
30%
College-Educated
86%
High-School Grad
287.3 sq mi
ZIP Area
26
Density / Sq Mi
$61,554
Median Household Income
$43,477
Median Earnings
$752
Median Rent
$217,500
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in West region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Storefront property - Historic 1908 retail building with dressing rooms, office, storage, and a turnkey storefront for boutique and specialty concepts.
Where is this storefront property located?
The property is located at 839 FIRST AVE Monte Vista, CO.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $275,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic 1908 downtown Monte Vista retail building with 3,125 SF of interior space; Retail layout includes spacious sales floor plus dressing rooms, office space, and storage areas; Storefront setup with included fixtures and equipment such as clothing racks, shelving, display cases, mannequins, and a checkout counter
