973 Smith Avenue S

For Sale - 2nd Generation Restaurant Freestanding Building with Turnkey Restaurant Package

Investment Highlights
Located on the border of West St. Paul and Mendota Heights
Renovated vintage storefront with large windows
Outdoor patio, bar area, and private event room
Ample street parking and signage opportunities
Prime location at Smith & Dodd, “Top of the Hill” in West St. Paul
Minutes from Grand Casino Arena, Ordway Center, and Palace Theater via High Bridge
Excellent visibility and traffic flow with MN-62 and Dodd Rd access
Fully outfitted, turn-key restaurant or retail space
Chef-designed commercial kitchen featuring:
18′ hood with fire suppression
Two walk-in coolers and one freezer
High-end ovens
State-of-the-art tap system
Fully sprinkled, dual HVAC systems, TPO “green” white roof, updated plumbing & electrical
Additional garden-level kitchen for catering prep or rental use
ADA-compliant upgrades: wheelchair-accessible doors, grab bars, lowered switches
Three bathrooms (two public and one for staff)
Solid block/brick construction with finished full basement
Great for 2nd generation restaurant users


Property Overview
Building Size: 6,824 SF (includes finished basement - 3,417 SF upper level)
Lot Size: .18 acres (7,841 sf)
County: Dakota
PID: 42-34950-02-120
Zoning: B2 - Community Business
Occupancy Type: Single Tenant
Year Built: 1948
Renovated: 2019-2020
Floors: Two
1st Floor Clear Height: 12’ 3”
Basement Clear Height: 8’ 8”
Parking: 8 spaces and ample street parking
HVAC: Dual Systems
Sprinkler: Yes
Cross Streets: Smith Avenue S and Dodd Road
2026 Tax: $11,358.00
Sale Price: $1,359,000.00


Demographics
Average HH Population: 1 mile - 8,018, 3 miles - 59,015, and 5 miles - 165,300
Average HH Income: 1 mile - $76,949, 3 miles - $67,200, and 5 miles - $64,309

Traffic Counts
Smith Avenue S: 8,688 VPD
Dodd Rd: 6,922 VPD