Property Description
Prime downtown Coos Bay commercial building offering approximately 14,500 square feet of flexible space in the city’s main retail and business corridor. Located at 217 South Broadway (U.S. Highway 101), this property provides exceptional visibility, frontage, and accessibility within the heart of the Oregon Coast’s largest coastal city.
Built in 1925 and fully modernized through a series of structural and utility upgrades, the building combines historic downtown character with updated commercial infrastructure. The spacious layout and zoning (C-1 – Central Commercial) make it ideal for a wide range of uses, including retail, professional services, studio, athletic training, or creative workspace conversion.
Building Features
• Approx. 14,500 SF total floor area
• Lot size ˜ 0.17 acre
• 50 feet of frontage on S. Broadway / Hwy 101
• Two upgraded electrical panels (400 amp and 200 amp service)
• Helical pier foundation reinforcement (by Ram Jack) with transferable limited lifetime warranty
• Updated plumbing and natural-gas systems
• High-efficiency tankless water heaters
• Modernized doors, windows, alarm system, and flood gates
• Natural-gas heating and ample ventilation options
• Multiple access points (front entrance and alley)
• Open layout with high ceilings for training zones, retail floor, or studio build-outs
• Original masonry construction with reinforced support structure
Location Highlights
• Downtown Coos Bay core location along Highway 101 corridor
• Excellent visibility and daily traffic counts from local and tourist travel
• Public parking lot directly across front entrance plus on-street parking
• Walkable to restaurants, shops, and the Coos Bay waterfront district
• Surrounded by active businesses, municipal offices, and cultural venues
• Strategic placement for retail, service, or destination enterprise
Space Highlights
The large, uninterrupted interior floor area allows maximum flexibility for layout and function. Whether configured as an open training or retail space, subdivided into smaller tenant suites, or adapted for creative studios or professional offices, the building’s structure supports a broad range of commercial concepts. Upgraded electrical capacity and plumbing make it suitable for operations requiring robust utility service, while the alley access enables easy delivery and service flow.
The open design accommodates specialized uses such as performance training, wellness centers, yoga studios, indoor sports facilities, showrooms, or light manufacturing uses compatible with C-1 zoning. The space can also be adapted to office, medical, educational, or mixed-use development.
Zoning – C-1 (Central Commercial)
C-1 zoning permits retail, office, and service uses in the downtown core. It is intended for pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use development that supports the community’s commercial and service needs. Fitness centers, studios, and indoor recreation are permitted uses, and residential units are allowed above the first floor. The district encourages dense commercial activity while prohibiting heavy industrial or nuisance uses.
Investment and Redevelopment Potential
With its prime location, significant square footage, and modern infrastructure upgrades, 217 S Broadway offers strong potential for owner-users or investors seeking to redevelop a signature property in Coos Bay’s downtown district. The combination of historic character and structural improvements reduces the renovation burden and positions the building for a variety of commercial or community-oriented uses. Its visibility along Highway 101 makes it well suited for branding and destination traffic.
Summary of Advantages
– 14,500 SF building in active downtown location
– Extensive electrical and foundation upgrades completed
– Open layout ideal for retail, studio, or training facility
– Ample parking and dual access (front and alley)
– Flexible C-1 zoning for commercial mixed use
– Strong daily traffic and tourist exposure via Highway 101
Ideal Uses
Retail | Fitness / Training | Studio | Showroom | Office | Gallery | Event Space
This property represents a rare opportunity to secure a large, high-visibility commercial building in the center of Coos Bay. Its combination of historic presence, modern utility capacity, and strategic location offers immediate utility and long-term value for a wide range of business or investment plans.
