Lake Wales Auto Emporium

Lake Wales Auto Emporium is located directly on US Hwy 27, the main north/south route through central Florida. Daily traffic exceeds 37,000 vehicles per day. The location serves as the geographical center of the Florida peninsula, approximately 50 miles east of Tampa and 60 miles southwest of Orlando. It provides convenient access to major highways, including US Hwy 27 (north/south), State Highway 60 (east/west) and Interstate 4, 25 miles to the north, making it easily accessible for residents and businesses. The area is surrounded by natural beauty, with lakes, rolling hills, and scenic landscapes. The City of Lake Wales has a growing economy that encompasses various industries, including healthcare, retail, tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing. The healthcare sector is significant, with hospitals, medical clinics, and other facilities serving the community and surrounding areas. The City has undergone explosive growth in the last decade, and additional new developments for up to 9000 residential homes have already been approved, with more proposals pending. A major 1800 acre development is currently in the planning stages, and it's northern most point is 1 block south of this location. The interchange of Hwy 27 and SR 60, 4 miles south of the subject location, is currently under construction to expand both highways from 4 lanes to 6. This is to accommodate the daily traffic volumes that are predicted to increase to 42,800 and 52,800 respectively by the year 2040. A 318 acre, state-of-the-art intermodal transportation terminal is located 9 miles from this location off SR 60. The terminal features five 3,000-foot loading tracks and two 10,000-foot arrival and departure tracks. The terminal processes up to 300,000 containers a year. This is surrounded by 930 acres designated for 7.9 million square feet of warehouse distribution centers, light industrial, and office facilities. Retail opportunities abound, with a mix of local businesses, franchises, and national chains. The tourism industry also plays a role, as Lake Wales is known for its natural beauty and attractions like Bok Tower Gardens and Lake Kissimmee State Park. The future is bright in Lake Wales, with ever expanding business opportunities, in a business friendly and low-tax environment.Lakefront auto dealership with 800 feet of frontage on the heavily traveled US-Hwy 27 in Lake Wales. Average annual daily traffic exceeds 37,000. Excellent access with two entrances, a dedicated deceleration lane from southbound traffic, and a dedicated left-turn lane for northbound traffic. Fully furnished main showroom is 4408 SF and a 15,458 SF service center with working lifts. Plenty of space with additional carports, 43 striped spaces, and an abundance of cleared land on this 7.21 acre property. Back 2.04 acres on the waterfront has been used for additional parking in the past - it is zoned residential, and could be utilized for staff or management housing. The area has experienced explosive growth, and up to 9000 additional residences have already been approved by the City, with more developments pending. The largest 1800 acre development's northern point terminates 1 block south of this location. Owner Financing Available!