700 Shorter Ave NW
Rome, GA 30165
Red Lobster · Retail Property For Sale

This Red Lobster property is located at 700 Shorter Avenue in Rome, Georgia. This city’s name is in commemoration of the Italian city of Rome due to the fact that it was built on seven hills with a river running in between them. Rome is the largest city in Floyd County and is on the western border of the state. The city’s main strength is in its diverse economy. Rome is known for its manufacturing, education, healthcare, technology, and tourism. Rome is only approximately sixty-six miles northwest of Atlanta, Georgia. The subject property is well-positioned Shorter Avenue Northwest which is highly populated with restaurants and retailers. Major national retailers along Shorter Avenue Northwest include Walmart, Lowe’s, Sam’s Club, Big Lots!, and CVS Pharmacy. The subject property itself is located adjacent to Alto Plaza. Rome, Georgia is home to many colleges and universities that provide great opportunities for a consistent customer base. Shorter University’s main academic and residential campus is one mile down the road and has an enrollment of over 3,700 students. Additionally, both Berry College and Georgia Northwestern Technical College are within a four-mile radius of the property and bring in over eight thousand additional students to the area. This Red Lobster is also located near well-frequented medical centers and top employers. The Floyd Medical Center, Harbin Clinic, and Regional Medical Center are less than two miles away. The Floyd Medical Center is the top employer in Floyd and has 304 beds. The area is home to a number of historic sites and museums that draw visitors into the area. In 2013 alone, over 129 million dollars was generated as a result of tourism-related expenditures. These sites include the Martha Berry Museum, Rome Area History Museum, Chieftains Museum and the Clock Tower.