Historic Bar with Redevelopment
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1952 North St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Former Chris's Bar available for lease in Mid-City.
Space Size2,800 SF
Days on Market2141
Property Features for 1952 North St
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
2,800 SF
Property subtype
Retail
Lease Type
NNN
Building Details
Building Size
2,800 SF
Year Built
1880
Tenancy
Single
Spaces For Lease
at 1952 North St Contact us- Size
- 2,800 SF
- Type
- Retail
- Lease Type
- NNN
- Availability
- Active
Available Space
Listing Agency:
Saurage Rotenberg Commercial Real Estate
(225) 328-1778
Listed By:
Carmen Austin, MBA, CCIM, SIOR · License #LA BROK.0912122713-ASA
Source:
Crexi
Added: Oct 21, 2020
Changed: Aug 20
Last Checked: Aug 29 at 4:49AM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
The former historic Chris's Bar is available for lease, presenting a redevelopment opportunity in Mid-City. Situated in a government-designated Opportunity Zone, the site includes historic buildings. The property is suitable for various uses and is poised for redevelopment. This "URBAN OASIS" features a historic bar building, ample green space, and parking. It is located in the heart of Baton Rouge's Mid-City, with convenient access to Downtown, I-10 and I-110, historic Spanish Town, the Garden District, Sacred Heart Catholic Church campus, and Magnolia Cemetery. The property comprises two city lots zoned CAB-2 in Flood Zone X, with frontage on North St. It includes one commercial building, the historic Chris's Bar, established in the 1880s and known as "Home of the Fishbowl". The site has served as a film location for movies such as "Pitch Perfect". The historic bar building consists of approximately 2,800 square feet of bar area plus a mezzanine, featuring antique tin ceiling tiles. The building is of solid brick construction with one sliding/rollup door and a hood vent. Zoned CAB-2, the property may operate as a bar. The building is surrounded by secured, lush green space landscaped with tropical vegetation, mature foliage, palm trees, and greenery, suitable for a beer garden, Spanish courtyard, or mixed-use development with ample green space in an urban environment.
Key Highlights
- Historic Chris's Bar (established in the 1880s) with original features like antique tin ceiling tiles.
- Located in a government‑designated Opportunity Zone, ideal for redevelopment.
- CAB‑2 zoning allows operation as a bar.
Property Analytics
Property Profile
Current Use
Lease Details
NNN (Triple Net)
Lease Type
$1.80 /SF/Yr
CAM
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
655
Businesses Nearby
1k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Well-served
Demand for This Use
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Electronics 100%
Boost Mobile
Electronics
1,361 visits/mo
0.5 miles
Demographics for 70802, LA
26,519
Population
13,887
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
29
Median Age
24%
College-Educated
82%
High-School Grad
7.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,735
Density / Sq Mi
$34,082
Median Household Income
$23,215
Median Earnings
$935
Median Rent
$105,100
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Bar & Pub - Former Chris's Bar available for lease in Mid-City.
Where is this bar & pub located?
The property is located at 1952 North St Baton Rouge, LA.
What is the lease rate?
The lease rate is $12 SF/Yr.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic Chris's Bar (established in the 1880s) with original features like antique tin ceiling tiles.; Located in a government‑designated Opportunity Zone, ideal for redevelopment.; CAB‑2 zoning allows operation as a bar.
