$52,248/month
253 E Stuart Avenue Lake Wales, FL 33853
For Rent MLS# K4903355
3,732 sq ft Commercial
Details for 253 E Stuart Avenue
MLS# K4903355
Description for 253 E Stuart Avenue, Lake Wales, FL, 33853
Restaurant Single tenant 3,732 SqFt Building description For Lease – Turnkey Restaurant Space 253 E. Stuart Ave., Downtown Lake Wales, FL ±3,732 SF Two Dining Rooms Full Commercial Kitchen Property Overview Prime downtown restaurant space in the heart of the revitalized Lake Wales business district. Formerly an upscale restaurant, this beautifully designed property offers approximately 3,732 square feet with two spacious dining areas, a full-size commercial kitchen, and excellent visibility along E. Stuart Avenue. Ideal for a fine-dining, casual-upscale, or event-driven concept. Highlights ±3,732 SF of interior space Two separate dining rooms plus bar area Fully equipped commercial kitchen layout with hood and prep areas 2 Bathrooms Small office space Elegant existing build-out suitable for immediate occupancy Downtown Lake Wales location within walking distance to shops, cafés, and parks Excellent frontage and signage visibility Ample nearby public parking Downtown Lake Wales Revitalization The property is located within the Lake Wales Connected redevelopment zone—an ambitious city initiative transforming the downtown corridor with new streetscapes, wider sidewalks, improved lighting, and lush landscaping. Recent upgrades to Park Avenue and Market Plaza have created a vibrant, walkable destination that attracts locals and visitors alike. Adding to the momentum, new residential developments are underway nearby, bringing fresh housing and a growing customer base—perfect for restaurant or hospitality operators looking to capitalize on the district’s resurgence. Ideal For Restaurant or bistro concept Brewpub or wine bar Location Advantages Central downtown location with strong local and tourist traffic Minutes from major thoroughfares (US-27 & SR-60) Surrounded by historic architecture, boutique retail, and civic investments Building highlights Built in 1919–20 and commissioned for $70,000 by pioneer developer Bernice K. Bullard, the Bullard Building established itself at the heart of Lake Wales’ early commercial boom. Once called ‘the architectural gem of Lake Wales,’ the two-story masonry vernacular block at 239-257 E. Stuart Avenue housed a full suite of downtown services—from a drug store and barber shop to the U.S. Post Office and municipal offices above. Today, the building retains its original storefront rhythm, substantial street frontage and historic prestige, providing your new enterprise with both modern amenity and downtown identity.
Listing Information
Property Type: Commercial, Business
Status: Active
Lot Size: 0.05 Acres
Square Feet: 3,732 sq ft
Year Built: 1988
Construction: Concrete
Subdivision: Bullard Bldg Condo
Foundation: Slab
County: Polk
Utilities
Cooling: Central Air
Driving Directions
From the intersection of Central and 1st St, go North on 1st St. Turn right on E Stuart Ave. Unit is toward the end of the street on the left.
Financial Considerations
Owner Pays: Insurance,Taxes
Tax/Property ID: 27-30-02-910033-001030
Tax Amount: 5636
Tax Year: 2025
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 253 E Stuart Avenue
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