Durham Drive Through Restaurants For Sale

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Drive Through Restaurants for Sale within 50 kilometers of Durham, CT, USA

151 Washington Ave

North Haven, CT 06473

Drive Through Restaurant
Retail for Sale
$4,024,271 CAD
2,302 SF

North Haven Retail for Sale

151 Washington Avenue features a 2020 new construction Citizens Bank prototype building consisting of approximately 2,302 SF with a drive-thru ATM that is ideally located on a +/- 0.39 acre parcel. This property is located in a well established market and one that Citizens specifically targeted to relocate to from their prior location, which was 0.2 miles south at 127 Washington Avenue. There are strong daily traffic counts of 19,700 ADT on Route 5/Washington Avenue which is one of the main retail corridors connecting the surrounding communities and sits just 0.2 miles from on/off ramps to Interstate 91 which has daily traffic counts exceeding 85,000+. The 5-mile population exceeds 106,000 and the average household income exceeds $140,500+ within 3 miles of the property. The township is within New Haven County - just 9 miles from New Haven, 30 miles from Hartford, 88 miles from New York and 128 miles from Boston. The nearest Citizens branches are located 5 miles west in Hamden, 6.7 miles south in East Haven, and 15.7 miles north in Middletown. This location will continue to service a large established trade area in a high barrier to entry northeast market. North Haven, CT presents the rare opportunity to own a northeast asset that was newly built in 2020 with a lease featuring attractive rent increases throughout the lease. The property is ideally positioned in an established and well travelled market with a long term lease and a corporate guaranty. North Haven, Connecticut is a highly desirable suburban community located in New Haven County within the Greater New Haven region. Positioned approximately 9 miles north of New Haven and 30 miles south of Hartford, the town benefits from strong regional connectivity and proximity to major employment centers. Given the strong demographic profile, North Haven provides a stable and affluent consumer base that supports a diverse mix of retail, service, and commercial uses. The town offers excellent accessibility via Interstate 91, which runs directly through North Haven and provides convenient connections to New Haven, Hartford, and the broader New England region. In addition, the nearby Merritt Parkway (Route 15) offers direct access to Fairfield County and the New York metropolitan area, making North Haven an attractive commuter location for both residents and businesses. North Haven also benefits from its proximity to major academic and employment institutions, including Quinnipiac University (enrollment of 9,200+), which operates a graduate campus within the town of North Haven, and Yale University located just minutes away in downtown New Haven. These institutions contribute to a highly educated workforce and generate consistent demand for housing, retail, and services throughout the area. The community features a strong economic base supported by industrial parks, regional employers, and continued investment in the surrounding Greater New Haven market. Combined with its strategic highway access, strong demographics, and high quality of life, North Haven remains an attractive location for families, businesses, and commercial investment.

Contact:

District Real Estate Adivsors

Property Subtype:

Bank

Date on Market:

2026-04-14

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355 Foxon Blvd

New Haven, CT 06513

Drive Through Restaurant
Retail for Sale
$4,032,473 CAD
2,046 SF

Restaurant

New Haven Retail for Sale

Absolute NNN Lease: The property operates under a true triple-net lease structure, providing a passive investment with minimal landlord responsibilities and predictable income. Strong National Tenant: Taco Bell is a leading quick-service restaurant brand with strong sales performance and is operated by an experienced multi-unit franchisee, reducing tenant risk. Built-In Rent Growth: The lease includes 2% annual rent increases, offering consistent income growth and a hedge against inflation over the lease term.

Contact:

Lee & Associates

Property Subtype:

Fast Food

Date on Market:

2026-04-13

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More details for 61-65 Town St, Norwich, CT - Land for Sale

Previously Approved Quick Service Restaurant - 61-65 Town St

Norwich, CT 06360

Drive Through Restaurant
Land for Sale
$1,086,717 CAD
0.68 AC Lot

Norwich Land for Sale - NE New London/Norwich

Great visibility commercial lot situated at two lighted intersections along New London Turnpike and Town Street. Nearby retailers include Planet Fitness, Big Lots, Great Clips , Quest Diagnostics and Dollar Tree amongst others. Three Lots totaling .71 acres in Neighborhood Commercial Zone. Across from the Stop & Shop anchored shopping Center aka Norwichtown Commons. Previously approved for a 2,750 SF Burger King with drive-thru lanes. Public Water Sewer Gas

Contact:

Lyman Real Estate Brokerage & Development

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

2024-07-18

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60-62 Hyde Ave

Vernon, CT 06066

Drive Through Restaurant
Office/Retail for Sale
$532,970 - $669,664 CAD
1,917 - 1,960 SF
2 Units Available

Air Conditioning

Vernon Retail for Sale - Tolland County

60 Hyde Ave: Positioned along a high-traffic commercial corridor, 60 Hyde Ave in Vernon offers a 1,960 sq ft office/retail condominium currently configured as a credit union branch. Located on CT Route 30 with convenient access to I-84 approximately one minute away, the property provides strong visibility and accessibility for a variety of business uses. The interior features a functional layout including a reception/waiting area, two private offices, four cubicle workspaces, a break room/kitchen, and a hall bathroom. Existing banking infrastructure includes an ATM at the main entrance and two drive-through ATM lanes, offering added utility for financial institutions or adaptable reuse. Situated within a two-unit commercial condo on approximately 0.89 acres, the property includes six dedicated parking spaces. The flexible layout supports continued financial use or conversion to office, retail, or service-oriented occupancy. 62 Hyde Ave: Positioned along a high-visibility corridor, 62 Hyde Ave in Vernon offers a flexible 1,917 sq ft office/retail space with direct access to CT Route 30 and just one minute to I-84. The interior layout includes eight private offices, a dedicated kitchen/break area, and two half baths, supporting a variety of business operations. Set on approximately 0.89 acres, the property features 14 on-site parking spaces and signage opportunities for added exposure. The configuration is well-suited for professional services, retail, or service-based users seeking convenient highway access and strong daily traffic flow. A functional layout combined with a strategic location makes this a practical option for owner-users or tenants looking to establish or expand in Vernon.

Contact:

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England

Property Subtype:

Storefront Retail/Office

Date on Market:

2026-03-24

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454 Farmingon Ave

Bristol, CT 06010

Drive Through Restaurant
Land for Sale
$1,360,105 CAD
0.75 AC Lot

Bristol Land for Sale - Southwest Outlying

Prime commercial location with 21,000 vehicles per day. Corner 0.75 acre lot with 180 feet along Route 6 and and 160 feet on Mercier Avenue. Approvals by the State of CT and the City of Bristol for a Dairy Queen location with drive through window. Join Auto Zone, O'Reilly's Auto Parts, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Yankee Harley-Davidson, Friendly's Restaurant and Walgreens Pharmacy in this very busy corridor. s

Contact:

Advance Realty CT LLC

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

2026-03-18

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385 New Park Ave

Hartford, CT 06106

Drive Through Restaurant
Retail for Sale
$2,050,410 CAD
1,408 SF

Hartford Retail for Sale

Berkshire Hathaway is pleased to offer for sale 385 New Park Ave, a retail property perfectly located in a high-traffic intersection on the border between Hartford and West Hartford, CT. The property is currently occupied by New Park Avenue Auto Sales and Repair. The subject property sits on 0.31 acres, was built in 1935, and consists of approximately 1,620 SF. The building has ample parking with 30 total spaces, as well as 5 curb cutouts that allow for through traffic across the property, perfect for a drive-thru window. -- Situated directly on New Park Avenue with immediate proximity to the CTFastrak Busway, providing efficient public transit links. -- Located near Interstate 84, offering rapid access to the broader Hartford metropolitan area. -- Surrounded by a mix of high-traffic retailers, including The Home Depot, Walmart Supercenter, Chick-Fil-A, Dunkin Donuts, etc. -- The site has a proven 30-year track record for automotive use, benefiting from the area's high density of similar commercial services. -- Part of the active Parkville neighborhood, which is seeing continued interest for multifamily residential development and mixed-use revitalization. -- Frontage on New Park Avenue ensures constant exposure to local traffic and pedestrians.

Contact:

CTRE dba BHHS NE Westchester Properties

Property Subtype:

Auto Repair

Date on Market:

2026-03-15

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641 Norwich New London Tpke

Uncasville, CT 06382

Drive Through Restaurant
Retail for Sale
$887,144 CAD
1,800 SF

Uncasville Retail for Sale - New London

Positioned along highly traveled Route 32, this former Dunkin' Donuts property presents a prime commercial redevelopment or owner-user opportunity in a high-visibility location. The site benefits from approximately 530 feet of road frontage, providing exceptional exposure and accessibility along one of the area's busiest corridors. The existing building features a drive-through configuration, making it well suited for continued quick-service restaurant use or other drive-through retail concepts. Zoned C-2 Commercial, the property allows for a wide range of permitted uses including retail establishments, childcare facilities, residential apartments or condominiums, microbreweries, office space, gas stations, and other commercial ventures, offering significant flexibility for investors, developers, or owner-users. With strong traffic counts, prominent frontage, and versatile zoning, this property represents a compelling opportunity for repositioning or redevelopment in a highly traveled commercial corridor.

Contact:

Kazantzis Real Estate, LLC

Property Subtype:

Fast Food

Date on Market:

2026-03-12

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722 E Main St

Meriden, CT 06450

Drive Through Restaurant
Retail for Sale
$3,125,853 CAD
2,305 SF

Meriden Retail for Sale

Colliers Hartford is pleased to present the exclusive opportunity to acquire 722 East Main Street in Meriden, Connecticut, a freestanding KFC restaurant leased to an established franchisee under a long-term, triple-net lease. Positioned along East Main Street, Meriden's primary retail corridor, the property benefits from strong visibility, traffic counts exceeding 15,000 vehicles per day, and immediate proximity to the I-91/I-691/Route 15 interchange, one of the most heavily traveled highway clusters in the state. Meriden is a city of approximately 61,000 residents situated midway between Hartford and New Haven, with a dense consumer base and a retail market that ranks among the most active in the state. The tenant, Value Foodservice LLC, is a 59+ unit KFC franchisee, operating under a 15-year NNN lease that commenced September 1, 2016. The franchisee exercised its first option in 2021, extending the term through August 31, 2034, with five additional three-year options carrying the lease through 2049. The lease features 6% rent escalations every three years, providing investors with predictable, growing income and no landlord responsibilities. KFC Meriden is offered at a sale price of $2,286,752 at a 6.25% cap rate.

Contact:

Colliers

Property Subtype:

Fast Food

Date on Market:

2026-03-05

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Drive Through Restaurants For Sale

Drive Through Restaurants

A drive-thru restaurant is a type of fast food establishment that provides customers with the ability to order and receive their meal while still in their car. This type of restaurant has been on the rise in recent years with an increase in demand for quick, mobile-friendly food options.

The majority of drive through restaurants are located on or near busy streets, making them easy for drivers to access. This accessibility can be attractive to investors as it will increase potential revenues by attracting more customers without extensive advertising costs.

Why should you buy a restaurant with a drive through as an investor?

There are many reasons to invest in a drive through restaurant. These restaurants can be profitable if they're modeled correctly and managed well. You need to consider several things when investing in a drive-through restaurant, such as location and demographics, before deciding whether or not it's right for you

The first thing that needs consideration is where your potential business should be located. A major factor here is population density - what does the neighborhood look like? Is there plenty of foot traffic on any given day? If so, this would mean more customers for the restaurant! You also want to make sure there are no competing businesses nearby that may lure away your customer base; try looking at some other areas of town with less competition and underserved population.

What are the costs of buying a drive through restaurant?

The costs to consider include the cost of the building, renovations or repairs and upgrades needed in order to do business. There may be additional fees such as franchise fees, permits, licensing. Talk to your broker about additional costs.

The cost for a commercial property itself will vary depending on the size and location; a building might cost more than one near a busy highway interchange with high traffic volume. The price per square foot also varies significantly by location.

How to make your purchase profitable and sustainable in the long run.

Purchasing a profitable drive-through restaurant requires careful research and consideration of what is needed in the area.

You will need to consider the most profitable drive-through locations, deciding if you want a single site or plan on multiple sites.

Consideration should be given to both established restaurants with traffic volumes that meet your needs as well as those which are under-performing but have potential for time and money investment to increase revenues.

Is it worth it for you to buy a drive thru restaurant now?

Right now is a a great time to invest in a drive through restaurant.

As of 2021, Interest rates are low and there is less competition for properties, which means you can get the property for less money than if you buy it later on down the road when prices and interest rates may increase. Additionally, now would be a good time to buy because people need convenient and safe food options during tough economic times.

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