About 1660 Fort Street
High-visibility commercial lease opportunity at Fort Street and Southfield Road offering approximately 5,700 SF of substantially built-out space with the infrastructure to support a wide range of concepts. Built in 2002 and remodeled in 2024, the property features expansive storefront exposure, an open front-of-house, a substantial wood bar, multiple seating/service areas and a dedicated commercial kitchen—creating a strong foundation for a restaurant, café, bakery, lounge, banquet or event concept. The existing buildout offers significant operational value, including a commercial exhaust hood and cooking line, stainless-steel prep areas, multiple sinks and warewashing stations, service/pass-through areas, shelving and storage, draft-beverage infrastructure, dedicated office space and basement storage. Additional features include 220V three-phase power, 16 ft doors, overhead and loading/grade access, alley access, central HVAC, security and fire systems, plus parking lot, on-street and alley parking options. Beyond food and beverage, the size, visibility and flexible configuration may also lend itself to retail, showroom, specialty market, fitness or wellness, medical, professional office, service-based business or other commercial concepts, subject to zoning, licensing and governmental approvals. MLS data notes inventory is included; tenant to verify specific equipment, FF&E and personal property conveyed. Conveniently located near Lafayette School, Raupp School and Lincoln Park Middle School, with Marion Park, VFW Park and Willow Park nearby, plus access to Park Place, the Downriver Development and Lincoln Park Plaza. Fort Street and Southfield Road provide convenient connectivity throughout the Downriver area and to I-75 and I-94.
