- For Lease $80,000.00/YR
- Property Type Retail - Freestanding
- Property Size 2,854 SF
- Lot Size 0.43 Acre
- Building Class B
- Year Built 1976
- Date Updated Aug 17, 2026
Description
Located in the vibrant city of Tuscaloosa, the area surrounding the property offers an enticing blend of commercial opportunities and cultural attractions. Situated on McFarland Blvd, this bustling thoroughfare attracts a steady flow of both residents and visitors. Nearby, the University of Alabama campus infuses the area with a youthful energy, while popular retail and dining destinations like Midtown Village and University Mall provide ample opportunities for foot traffic and exposure. Tuscaloosa's rich history, dynamic local art scene, and proximity to outdoor recreational areas make it an ideal location for retail businesses seeking to captivate a diverse customer base.Zoned GC, this prime location offers appealing prospects for retail and restaurant endeavors. Positioned within close proximity to strong retail and dining brands such as Chick-fil-A, Popeyes, and Applebee's, the property benefits from a bustling commercial environment. Its convenient access to major highways, including I-20/I-59, and impressive traffic counts on McFarland Blvd E and Interstate 20 ensures high visibility and accessibility. With a substantial daytime population and ongoing area redevelopment, the property is poised for sustained growth and success.Available for ground lease, the property at 3517 McFarland Blvd E in Tuscaloosa, AL presents a prime opportunity for retail or restaurant development. Its strategic location in a thriving commercial corridor, surrounded by prominent brands like Chick-fil-A, Applebee's, and Wingstop, highlights its potential for strong retail and dining synergy. Situated near the University of Alabama, with its substantial student population and event-driven traffic, the property offers an advantageous customer base. With convenient access to major highways and a high daytime population within a 1-mile radius, this property is positioned for continued growth and success. The ground lease availability presents an appealing prospect for businesses seeking to establish a prominent presence in this dynamic area.
Highlights
- ± 0.3 miles from I-20
- Daytime population of 9,422 within 1 mile radius (Esri 2026.)
- Ground Lease Available
- Growing Hospitality Presence Multiple hotels are located along the McFarland Boulevard corridor, serving University visitors, business travelers, sporting events and interstate travelers.
- Highly Accessible Location Convenient access to I-20/I-59, I-359 and U.S. Highway 82/McFarland Boulevard provides strong regional connectivity and ease of access for both local and interstate traffic.
- Near The University of Alabama Located within the University of Alabama’s major retail and activity corridor, benefiting from a large student population(+42,000), faculty/staff (+2,000), visitors and significant event-driven traffic.
- Positioned for Continued Growth Ongoing investment and redevelopment throughout the McFarland Boulevard corridor, including major retail redevelopment projects, continue to reinforce the area as one of Tuscaloosa’s key commercial destinations.
- Strong Retail & Restaurant Synergy Nearby retailers Chick-fil-A, Popeyes, Applebee’s, Long Horn Steakhouse, Five Guys, Chipotle, Wingstop, Crunch Fitess, Buffalo Wild Wing, Mavis Tires & more.
- Traffic counts of ± 44,790 AADT McFarland Blvd E
- Traffic counts of ± 67,046 AADT Interstate 20
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1 Space Available
3517 McFarland Blvd E
Space Type
Freestanding
Lease Rate
$80,000.00/YR
Total Space
2,854 SF
Divisible Space
2,854 - 2,854 SF
Available Date
Immediate
Renewal Option
Yes
Sublease
No
Contacts
Watkins Johnston IV
Moore Company Realty
Location
Contact Listing Broker
Watkins Johnston IV
Moore Company Realty
