Historic Route 66 Commercial
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U.S Rt. 66, Rolla, MO 65401
Iconic Route 66 property with high visibility and income potential.
Property Size4,742 SF
Lot Size1.29 Acres
Price / SF$53.67
Days on Market1132
Property Features for U.S Rt. 66
General Information
Standard status
Active
Size
4,742 SF
Lot size
1.29 Acres
Property subtype
Retail
Building Details
Year Built
1950
Listing Agency:
Investment Realty Inc Rolla
(573) 578-4050
Listed By:
Mike Woessner · License #MO 1999022373
Source:
Crexi
Added: Jun 29, 2023
Changed: Jul 10
Last Checked: Aug 3 at 1:33PM
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Investment Insights
Based on property information with market context.
This 1.29-acre commercial property features 548 feet of frontage on I-44, offering high visibility with 35,000 cars and trucks passing daily. The original building, constructed in the early 1940s on historic Route 66, began as Delano Thrifty Service, selling gas and snacks, and includes a one-bedroom apartment in the back. The lower level features a 2-bedroom apartment for additional rental income. The second building, constructed in 1950, was once Thrifty Inn Roadside Diner (approximately 800 sq ft) and also includes a 2-bedroom apartment downstairs, offering more income potential. The current owner operated Route 66 Motors & Nostalgia Gift Shop here for 35 successful years, selling classic and late-model vehicles, memorabilia, and petroliana to Route 66 and I-44 travelers. These iconic 1940s–1950s buildings are ready for your vision. Westbound I-44 travelers have easy access just 1 mile away at Exit 189, home to Love's and the new QuikTrip Travel Stop. The property features a deep well, two commercial septic tanks, and three steel beams set in concrete from a previous double-sided billboard, ready for custom signage. The billboard can be seen by 35,000+ vehicles daily from both directions on I-44, ¾ mile out. The property size is 4742 square feet.
Key Highlights
- High Visibility: 548 feet of frontage on I‑44 with 35,000+ vehicles passing daily.
- Income Potential: Includes multiple 2‑bedroom apartments for rental income.
- Billboard Opportunity: Three steel beams in place for a double‑sided billboard visible from I‑44.
Property Analytics
Current Use
Location Intelligence
Trade Area within ½ mile
231
Businesses Nearby
25k
Monthly Visits Nearby
Explore this area
Business Placement
Foot Traffic Nearby
Shops & Services 100%
Casey's General Store
Shops & Services
15,966 visits/mo
0.2 miles
Dollar General
Shops & Services
9,039 visits/mo
0.4 miles
Demographics for 65401, MO
32,310
Population
14,395
Households
2.2
Avg Household Size
33
Median Age
36%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
258.6 sq mi
ZIP Area
125
Density / Sq Mi
$52,768
Median Household Income
$31,465
Median Earnings
$796
Median Rent
$206,500
Median Home Value
Market
Vacancy Rate% for Retail in Midwest region
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Gas station - Iconic Route 66 property with high visibility and income potential.
Where is this gas station located?
The property is located at U.S Rt. 66 Rolla, MO.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $254,500.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: High Visibility: 548 feet of frontage on I‑44 with 35,000+ vehicles passing daily.; Income Potential: Includes multiple 2‑bedroom apartments for rental income.; Billboard Opportunity: Three steel beams in place for a double‑sided billboard visible from I‑44.
