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Columbus Private Commercial Kitchens 1282 Essex Ave 200 - 4,800 SF of Retail Space Available in Columbus, OH 43201
Highlights
- Private industrial commercial kitchens in move-in-ready condition with 24/7 access, staff break rooms, cold and dry food storage, and ample parking.
- Turnkey opportunity allowing businesses to launch within weeks while serving a market that spends more than $1.50 billion annually on dining.
- Ideal for catering, food preparation, commissary kitchen operations, and to serve as a satellite kitchen for brick-and-mortar operations.
- Prime opportunity with lower initial investment that will lower operational costs by 90% compared to building a restaurant space from the ground up.
- Flexible short- and long-term contracts and scalable spaces from 200 to 4,800 square feet, with options to combine suites to match business needs.
- Strategically positioned near Ohio State University and surrounding employment centers, supporting strong delivery demand from students and workers.
Space Availability (1)
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| Space | Size | Term | Rental Rate | Rent Type | ||
| 1st Floor | 200-4,800 SF | Negotiable | Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request Upon Request | Negotiable |
1st Floor
- Fully Built-Out as a Restaurant or Café Space
- Kitchen
- Freezer Space
- Plug & Play
- Space is in Excellent Condition
Rent Types
The rent amount and type that the tenant (lessee) will be responsible to pay to the landlord (lessor) throughout the lease term is negotiated prior to both parties signing a lease agreement. The rent type will vary depending upon the services provided. For example, triple net rents are typically lower than full service rents due to additional expenses the tenant is required to pay in addition to the base rent. Contact the listing broker for a full understanding of any associated costs or additional expenses for each rent type.
1. Full Service: A rental rate that includes normal building standard services as provided by the landlord within a base year rental.
2. Double Net (NN): Tenant pays for only two of the building expenses; the landlord and tenant determine the specific expenses prior to signing the lease agreement.
3. Triple Net (NNN): A lease in which the tenant is responsible for all expenses associated with their proportional share of occupancy of the building.
4. Modified Gross: Modified Gross is a general type of lease rate where typically the tenant will be responsible for their proportional share of one or more of the expenses. The landlord will pay the remaining expenses. See the below list of common Modified Gross rental rate structures: 4. Plus All Utilities: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of utilities in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Cleaning: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of cleaning in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Electric: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of the electrical cost in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Electric & Cleaning: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of the electrical and cleaning cost in addition to the rent. 4. Plus Utilities and Char: A type of Modified Gross Lease where the tenant is responsible for their proportional share of the utilities and cleaning cost in addition to the rent. 4. Industrial Gross: A type of Modified Gross lease where the tenant pays one or more of the expenses in addition to the rent. The landlord and tenant determine these prior to signing the lease agreement.
5. Tenant Electric: The landlord pays for all services and the tenant is responsible for their usage of lights and electrical outlets in the space they occupy.
6. Negotiable or Upon Request: Used when the leasing contact does not provide the rent or service type.
7. TBD: To be determined; used for buildings for which no rent or service type is known, commonly utilized when the buildings are not yet built.
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Property Facts
| Total Space Available | 4,800 SF | Gross Leasable Area | 27,062 SF |
| Min. Divisible | 200 SF | Year Built | 1957 |
| Property Type | Retail | Parking Ratio | 0.4/1,000 SF |
| Property Subtype | Restaurant |
| Total Space Available | 4,800 SF |
| Min. Divisible | 200 SF |
| Property Type | Retail |
| Property Subtype | Restaurant |
| Gross Leasable Area | 27,062 SF |
| Year Built | 1957 |
| Parking Ratio | 0.4/1,000 SF |
About the Property
1282 Essex Avenue features private, industrial-grade commercial kitchen space designed to support a wide range of food service and production operations. Ideal for catering, food preparation, delivery-focused concepts, and serving as a satellite kitchen and supply hub for brick-and-mortar businesses, the space offers flexible configurations ranging from 200 to 4,800 square feet, with the ability to customize layouts by combining units to support business growth and evolving operational needs. Designed as a turnkey solution, the kitchens are equipped with essential fixtures such as floor drains, sinks, and commercial hoods, helping operators comply with local health regulations while minimizing startup costs and reducing time to occupancy. With 24/7 access, tenants can maintain uninterrupted production schedules, making the property well-suited for food manufacturers, school lunch providers, growing restaurant groups, and other food-related businesses. Amenities include temperature-controlled cold and dry storage, dedicated loading and supply areas, staff break rooms, restrooms, mail handling services, and ample parking. On-site maintenance and cleaning teams help streamline day-to-day operations, allowing businesses to run efficiently with minimal staffing while focusing on growth and core business activities. Positioned in Columbus' Short North district, 1282 Essex Avenue benefits from proximity to The Ohio State University and surrounding industrial employment centers, placing food operators within reach of consistent demand generated by more than 75,000 students, area workers, and local residents. With 48 kitchens on-site, the property supports a strong ecosystem of delivery activity while providing efficient access to a dense and active consumer base throughout the Columbus market. Launching operations can be accomplished within weeks with up to 90% less investment than building a commercial kitchen from the ground up. Combined with flexible contract terms, scalable configurations, and on-site maintenance and cleaning support, 1282 Essex Avenue offers a turnkey solution designed to support long-term growth, operational flexibility, and evolving business needs. *Disclaimer: None of the kitchens come equipped with commercial cooking equipment. While the team strives to provide accurate representations, please note that images displayed on the listings are fully built-out kitchens for visual purposes only. Please reach out to the agent should you have any inquiries regarding the facilities or kitchens.
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