RETAIL/RESTAURANT 1st and Basement Levels

714 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902

Property Information

  • For Lease $22.00 - $24.00/SF/YR
  • Property Type Retail
  • Lot Size 3,708 SF
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Year Built 1899
  • Date Updated May 18, 2026

Description

Introducing a timeless gem: Historic Retail Building on Gay Street. Prime storefront for retail on the first floor and a basement level ready for buildout. Abundant natural light, modern amenities and a prestigious landmark location. Private parking for several vehicles behind the building and plenty of parking for customers and staff in the public parking lot across the street. NOTE: retail business has the option to continue for the right buyer. Elevate your business today! Call for details and schedule a viewing.

3 Spaces Available

100

Space Type

Retail

Lease Rate

$24.00/SF/YR

Total Space

1,970 SF

Sublease

No

Build Type

Full build out

Brilliant opportunity to take over an exceptionally well-designed Gay St storefront with successful local vendor craftsman sales. The current tenant is retiring and willing to sell interior fixtures and business. Ideal scenario for a small business owner who wants to have a storefront with the added security of other vendor inventory to pay the bills. OR lease the first floor and the basement as a restaurant/bar/speakeasy. Start date negotiable. Must have at least 24-hours’ notice to show.

200

Space Type

Retail

Lease Rate

$22.00/SF/YR

Total Space

3,536 SF

Sublease

No

Build Type

Full build out

Spectacular second floor with third-floor mezzanine professional office suite! Brick-lined walls with glass interior office walls give this historic building a modern flair. Four offices, large conference room with natural sunlight perfect for attorneys or other professionals; large gathering place with kitchenette on the second level. Mezzanine (3rd) level has a large bullpen area for cubicles, washer/dryer hook-ups and storage rooms. Both levels have bathrooms. Attractive building and premier downtown location. Parking is available in the back of the building.

B

Space Type

Retail

Lease Rate

$22.00/SF/YR

Total Space

1,968 SF

Sublease

No

Build Type

Full build out

Discover a unique 'down under' opportunity in this commercial basement space located on bustling historic Gay Street. Ideal for a bar, pub, wine bar, or various other commercial ventures. Front entry on Gay Street to be established during LOI process. Rear grade-level entry through the alley offers the opportunity for a speak-easy entry. Bring your creative ideas!

Contacts

Christa Rosenberg

Wallace Commercial - Knoxville TN 37919

Location

Located at 714 S Gay St, Knoxville, TN 37902, this property is part of the Downtown Knoxville neighborhood.

Contact Listing Broker
Christa Rosenberg

Wallace Commercial - Knoxville TN 37919

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