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Key Details
Property Type Commercial
Sub Type Commercial
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 7,289 sqft
Price per Sqft $141
Subdivision L R Taylor Add
MLS Listing ID 607536
Construction Status Resale
HOA Y/N No
Lot Size 8,250 Sqft
Acres 0.1894
Property Sub-Type Commercial
Property Description
Located at the highly visible southeast corner of North 3rd Street and West French Avenue, this exceptional property sits along one of Temple's primary north-south corridors at the entrance to the Historic Neighborhood District. Positioned on the north end of Downtown Temple's Central Area, the property is surrounded by ongoing public and private investment, including Hawn Plaza, the revitalized Arcadia Theater, Santa Fe Plaza, the Santa Fe Depot & Railroad and Heritage Museum, the Temple Children's Museum, and a vibrant mix of restaurants, nightlife, and parks making this a highly desirable and rapidly growing location. The ±7289 SF building, formerly operating as a cultural museum, offers a versatile layout featuring multiple exhibit and activity rooms, a full kitchen, and spacious ADA compliant restrooms. The flexible floor plan supports a wide range of potential uses including retail, restaurant, event venue, gallery, office, or redevelopment. Originally constructed in 1931 by Dr. Hubert B. Mason, the property showcases timeless brick masonry, intricate mosaic detailing, and a distinctive tiled roof providing unmatched architectural character and strong curb appeal. The property includes 15 existing on-site parking spaces, with an adjacent vacant lot, also included in the sale, offering the potential to expand parking by approximately 42 additional spaces (total potential of 57 spaces) or accommodate future development.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a signature property in one of Temple's most active and evolving corridors, ideal for investors, developers, or owner-users seeking long-term value and visibility. With its prime corner location, historic character, and proximity to Temple's rapidly growing downtown district, this property presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a signature presence in a thriving market.
Location
State TX
County Bell
Interior
Heating Central, Electric
Cooling Central Air, Electric, 1 Unit
Flooring Carpet, Concrete
Fireplace No
Exterior
Parking Features No Garage, Parking Space(s), Handicap
Community Features None
Amenities Available None
View Y/N No
Water Access Desc Public
View None
Roof Type Clay,Tile
Accessibility Accessible Kitchen, Level Lot, Parking
Building
Story 1
Entry Level One
Foundation Slab
Water Public
Level or Stories One
Construction Status Resale
Others
Tax ID 9418
NEARBY SCHOOL & BUSINESS
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Sylvia Crystal Ortega
Private Real Estate Consultant | License ID: 820798
Private Real Estate Consultant License ID: 820798