$132,500
Franklin, LA 70538
MLS# 2020021990
2 baths | 3384 sqft
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Property Description
Historic Commercial Property for Sale in Franklin, Louisiana Discover a unique opportunity to own a piece of history in the heart of Franklin, Louisiana. This property, originally built in the early 1900s, has only had one owner and is brimming with charm and potential. Property Highlights: - Location: Situated on Main Street, this location is near the St. Mary Parish Courthouse, local shops, banks, and just a short stroll from the scenic Pocket Park and the picturesque Bayou Teche. - Upper Floor: The second floor boasts 1,600 sq ft of captivating living space, featuring original wood floors and classic tongue-and-groove walls. This level showcases two fireplaces that enhance its historic allure, ready for renovation to return it to a beautiful residence or to create a charming Airbnb. - Lower Floor: The ground level is 2,000 sq ft currently operating as a cozy café, equipped with two restrooms, a well-appointed bar area, a kitchen, and a welcoming sitting area with display windows that invite plenty of natural light. Additional Features: - Shared rear entrance driveway and dedicated parking for your convenience. - The property's historic character combined with a vibrant location makes it suitable for various commercial ventures or residential conversion. Whether you're looking to invest in a thriving cafe space, renovate a historic residence, or create a unique hospitality experience, this property offers endless possibilities. Don't miss the chance to own a slice of Franklin's history!
Details
Documents
Listing Info
Delayed Marketing: No
For Sale: Yes
For Lease: No
List Price/SqFt: 39.15
For Lease Price: 0
Document Modified: 2025-03-24 21:43:39.029625
Status: Active
Listing Date: 2025-03-24
Listing Price: 132500
Current Price: $132,500
Modification Timestamp: 2026-02-02T22:07:38Z
Photo Modified: 2025-03-25T02:43:39Z
Location, Tax & Legal Info
Multiple Tax Parcels: 2264681432.00, 2264681200.00,
2264681433.00
Legal Desc: LOT BD BECNEL - SELF - POST OFFICE - FIRST ST ACQ 452 343092
LOT BD AUBERTIN - FOSTER & SELF - SELF - POST OFFICE AND SELF ACQ 452 343092
LOT BD FOSTER - MAIN ST - SELF - SELF ACQ 452 343092
Location
Downtown: 1
General Property Description
Lot Dimensions: 138X38X139X40
Stories: 2
SqFt - Total: 3384
SqFt - Source: Public Record
Mineral Rights: Negotiable
Acreage Range: 0 - 0.5
SqFt - Retail: 1800
SqFt - Office: 300
SqFt - Warehouse: 0
Elevator: No
# Offices: 1
# Cranes: 0
Load Dock?: 0
# Overhead Doors: 0
Eave Height (Ft): 13
Ceiling Height (Ft): 11
Current Use: Cafe
Acres: 0.5
Total Baths: 2
Sale/Lease Info
Lease Purchase: No
Est Bldg Ins: 1800
Remarks & Misc
Remarks: Historic Commercial Property for Sale in Franklin, Louisiana
Discover a unique opportunity to own a piece of history in the heart of Franklin, Louisiana. This property, originally built in the early 1900s, has only had one owner and is brimming with charm and potential.
Property Highlights:
- Location: Situated on Main Street, this location is near the St. Mary Parish Courthouse, local shops, banks, and just a short stroll from the scenic Pocket Park and the picturesque Bayou Teche.
- Upper Floor: The second floor boasts 1,600 sq ft of captivating living space, featuring original wood floors and classic tongue-and-groove walls. This level showcases two fireplaces that enhance its historic allure, ready for renovation to return it to a beautiful residence or to create a charming Airbnb.
- Lower Floor: The ground level is 2,000 sq ft currently operating as a cozy café, equipped with two restrooms, a well-appointed bar area, a kitchen, and a welcoming sitting area with display windows that invite plenty of natural light.
Additional Features:
- Shared rear entrance driveway and dedicated parking for your convenience.
- The property's historic character combined with a vibrant location makes it suitable for various commercial ventures or residential conversion.
Whether you're looking to invest in a thriving cafe space, renovate a historic residence, or create a unique hospitality experience, this property offers endless possibilities. Don't miss the chance to own a slice of Franklin's history!
Office/Member/Contract Info
List AOR: RAA
Property Type
Business Opportunity: 1
Restaurant: 1
Price Includes
Real Estate: 1
Parking
On Site: 1
On Street: 1
Rear Parking: 1
Road Frontage
Public Street: 1
Construction
Frame: 1
Foundation
Brick Piers: 1
Exterior
Outside Storage: 1
Partially Fenced: 1
Roof
Metal: 1
Heating
Wall Unit(s): 1
Cooling
Window Units: 1
Gas
individual Meter: 1
Electricity
3 Phase: 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Separate Meters: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Water Company: city of franklin
Financing
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Originating Details
Originating System ID: M00000300
Originating System Key: 20250321024118123617000000
Originating System Listing ID: 2020021990
Originating System Name: RAA Flex
Location Tax Legal Info
Street Number: 607
Street Name: Main
St Suffix: Street
Parish: St. Mary
State: LA
Zip Code: 70538
Subdivision: None
Area: St. Mary
Tax Assessment Number: 2264681200.00
Zone: Commercial
Directions: From hwy 90 take northwest blvd- take a right onto chatsworth rd - at 3 way stop take left onto iberia street - take right at red light onto Main- 3rd building from redlight on right.
Property Features
Property Type: Business Opportunity; Restaurant
Location: Downtown
Road Frontage: Public Street
Exterior: Outside Storage; Partially Fenced
Heating: Wall Unit(s)
Cooling: Window Units
Gas: individual Meter
Electricity: 3 Phase
Sewer: Public Sewer; Separate Meters
Water Source: Public
Construction: Frame
Roof: Metal
Parking: On Site; On Street; Rear Parking
Foundation: Brick Piers
Financing: Cash; Conventional
Price Includes: Real Estate
Flood Determination Disclosure IDX
Listing Office: EXP Realty, LLC
Last Updated: February - 02 - 2026
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