The Park Ave Cornerstone

101 W 1st St, Sanford Florida, 32771

Listing ID: CL-Florida-28457 Commercial Mixed Use Retail
Published on: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 | Updated on: Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Listing Summary

Explore 101 W 1st St, Sanford FL—a 5,204 SF historic mixed-use building for sale at $2M. Prime corner location, turn-key restaurant space, and office/loft potential.

Full Description

101 W 1st Street: Premier "Main & Main" Historic Mixed-Use Building in Downtown Sanford

Occupying the hard, signalized corner of 1st Street and Park Avenue, 101 W 1st Street represents a landmark commercial real estate acquisition in the core of Downtown Sanford’s Historic District. Known as "The Park Ave Cornerstone," this 5,204-square-foot, two-story asset offers a rare combination of immediate rental income, turn-key restaurant infrastructure, and high-value second-floor redevelopment potential in one of Central Florida’s most active downtown corridors.

Key Investment Highlights

  • Irreplaceable "Main & Main" Corner Location: Situated at the highest-visibility intersection in Downtown Sanford (1st St & Park Ave), capturing heavy foot traffic, local events, and district visitors.

  • Turn-Key Restaurant Capability: Includes a fully built-out ground-floor restaurant layout complete with a walk-in cooler/freezer, prep kitchen, wrap-around service counter, and dining space for ±30 patrons.

  • Flexible Multi-Suite Layout: Offers up to 4 customizable suites across two stories, allowing for diverse commercial configurations including retail, hospitality, professional offices, or residential lofts.

  • Existing Cash Flow: Anchored by a long-term, in-place barbershop tenant on the street level, providing steady income while executing leasing or repositioning strategies.

  • Upper-Level Redevelopment Opportunity: The second floor features rich hardwood flooring, wide-open floor plans, and abundant natural light—ideal for boutique office suites, studio space, or residential loft conversion.

  • Prominent Street Frontage: Features 74 feet of direct frontage along 1st Street, delivering maximum branding visibility and continuous curb appeal.

Executive Summary & Property Overview

Originally constructed in 1865, 101 W 1st Street stands as a historic centerpiece within Sanford’s designated commercial core. The property's classic brick character paired with its SC3 zoning creates an adaptable footprint for investors or owner-users seeking a trophy downtown asset.

With a fully equipped restaurant space ready for immediate activation, an established retail tenant generating revenue, and flexible second-floor space, this property delivers balanced diversification across commercial, dining, and professional service uses.

Property Specifications

  • Property Address: 101 W 1st Street, Sanford, FL 32771

  • Offering Price: $2,000,000 ($384.32 / SF)

  • Sale Type: Investment or Owner-User Opportunity

  • Property Type / Subtype: Retail / Storefront Mixed-Use

  • Building Size: 5,204 SF across 2 Stories (Up to 4 Suites)

  • Lot Size: 0.06 Acres (Building FAR: 1.99)

  • Street Frontage: 74 Feet on 1st Street

  • Occupancy / Tenancy: 100% Leased / Multi-Tenant

  • Zoning: SC3 (Sanford Commercial Core District)

  • Year Built: 1865

  • Location Amenities: Excellent Walkability, LYNX Bus Line Access

Quick Glance

  • Listing ID: CL-Florida-28457
  • Status: Active
  • Year Build: 1865
  • Building Size: 5,204 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 1.99 Acr

Complete Details

  • Year Build: 1865
  • Building Size: 5,204 SqFt
  • No of Stories: 2
  • Total Lot Area: 1.99 Acr
  • Heating and Cooling: Not Specified
  • Building Class: Class B
  • Occupancy: 100

Lending Opportunities

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Company Name Lender Type Contact Name Contact Number Actions
Easy Home Loans, LLC Mortgage Broker Ana M Gonzalez (786) 525-7126
Universe Financial Corp Mortgage Broker Melody Bejerano (305) 505-3053

Business Opportunities

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Company Name Business Type Contact Name Contact Number Actions
EC Title Services, LLC Title Services Cary Granda (305) 953-4040
Bay Title Company Title Services Alana Supraski (305) 692-8886

Material Opportunities

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Pricing Details

Additional Features

Highlights
  • Prime “Main & Main” Location – Hard, signalized corner of 1st Street & Park Avenue in the heart of Downtown Sanford
  • Fully Built-Out Restaurant Space – Walk-in cooler/ freezer, prep kitchen, wrap-around counter, and seating for ±30
  • Second Floor Opportunity – Hardwood floors, abundant natural light, convertible for office or loft use
  • ±5,204 SF | Two Stories | Up to 4 Suites – Flexible retail, restaurant, residential, or professional office configurations
  • Existing Income Stream – Retail suite leased to long-term barbershop tenant
Features
  • Zoning: SC3
  • Frontage: 74’ on 1st St
  • Tenancy: Multiple
  • Use Types: Mixed Use | Ground Floor

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