Commercial Real Estate in Lakeland available for sale
Lakeland Drive Through Restaurants For Sale

Drive Through Restaurants for Sale in Lakeland, FL, USA

More details for 17 Commercial Assets – for Sale

17 Commercial Assets

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Mixed Types for Sale
  • Price Upon Request
  • 15 Properties | Mixed Types

Portfolio of properties for Sale

This 17-property portfolio offers investors the opportunity to expand their holdings by purchasing individual locations, select groupings of similar properties, or the entire portfolio. This nationwide property offering is facilitated by NEWAMCO.ORG. The seller group aims to divest certain assets to realign its portfolio towards targeted sectors. The properties in this portfolio range from a 2,575-square-foot former Taco Bell to a former 55,000-square-foot big-box Academy Sports and development land, showcasing a diverse array of assets. The built property types include former CVS Pharmacy and Pep Boys automotive repair buildings, complemented by two big-box stores and two restaurants. Each property is freestanding, standalone, and vacant and benefits from flexible zoning and not being part of other shopping centers, thus offering maximum versatility. Certain properties feature unique attributes such as drive-thrus, restaurant equipment, and drive-in doors, which enhance their adaptability for various future uses. In addition, the micro-locational benefits make them attractive to a wide range of buyers, with the corresponding cities and markets performing exceptionally well. The larger acreage commercial tracts boast excellent frontage along strong retail corridors with new developments coming around them. Two strongly positioned land parcels present dynamic development opportunities. The wide blend of property offerings presents ample 1031 READY exchange options in price, geography and industry sector opportunities. The markets surrounding each property show solid signs for successful investments, supported by multifaceted economies that promote diverse uses. More than half of the properties are located on hard corners, and some are in designated opportunity zones. For more information, please refer to the attached documents and contact Randall Perry at 727-755-3249.

Contact:

NEWAMCO

Property Subtype:

Mixed Types

Date on Market:

2024-05-20

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More details for Combee Rd, Lakeland, FL - Land for Sale

8.38 Commercial Acres - Combee Rd

Lakeland, FL 33805

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Land for Sale
  • $6,610,575 CAD
  • 3.48 AC Lot
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More details for Old Combee Rd, Lakeland, FL - Land for Sale

Old Combee Rd/Socrum Loop Rd N - Old Combee Rd

Lakeland, FL 33804

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Land for Sale
  • $1,948,380 CAD
  • 1.64 AC Lot

Lakeland Land for Sale - Polk County

Positioned in a rapidly evolving corridor of Lakeland, this 1.64± acre commercially zoned site on Old Combee Road presents a prime opportunity for retail, QSR, or service-oriented development. With strong visibility and convenient access, the property is ideally suited for users seeking to establish a presence in a high-growth, high-demand submarket within Polk County. This site benefits from its strategic location along Old Combee Rd—an increasingly active connector between key Lakeland corridors. The surrounding area continues to experience steady residential expansion, bringing new rooftops and sustained population growth that directly support neighborhood-serving commercial uses. Compelling Demand Drivers: The property is located within a growing trade area fueled by ongoing residential development and infill activity. Lakeland’s continued population growth, combined with its strategic positioning between Tampa and Orlando along the I-4 corridor, has made it one of Central Florida’s most attractive secondary markets for retail expansion. Nearby residential neighborhoods and workforce populations provide a consistent customer base for daily-use businesses such as coffee, quick-service dining, convenience retail, and service providers. The site’s size and configuration offer flexibility for a variety of development concepts, including a single-tenant user with drive-thru or a small multi-tenant retail strip. Why This Site Works: Commercial zoning in place – reduces entitlement risk and shortens development timeline 1.64± acre footprint – ideal size for QSR with drive-thru, small retail plaza, or pad development Strong visibility along Old Combee Rd with easy ingress/egress Located within a growing residential trade area with increasing demand for neighborhood retail Proximity to established Lakeland corridors and major roadways enhances accessibility Positioned for first-mover advantage in an underserved pocket of the market Ideal Uses Include: Dunkin’, Starbucks, fast food/QSR, convenience store, small-format grocery, car wash, medical office, daycare, or professional services. This site is particularly attractive for QSR operators seeking to capture morning and evening traffic patterns driven by nearby residents and commuters. The scale allows for efficient site planning, including drive-thru configurations and adequate parking—key requirements for national and regional brands. Lakeland Market Overview: Lakeland continues to rank among the fastest-growing cities in Florida, benefiting from its central location between Tampa and Orlando. The region’s expanding logistics, distribution, and employment base—combined with ongoing residential development—has created a strong foundation for retail demand and long-term investment stability. Polk County’s pro-growth environment and infrastructure improvements further enhance the viability of new commercial projects, making sites like Old Combee Rd increasingly valuable as development spreads outward from core corridors. Investment Opportunity: Whether for an owner-user, developer, or investor, this property represents a rare opportunity to secure a well-located commercial parcel in a growth corridor with strong fundamentals. As surrounding development continues, demand for conveniently located retail and service offerings will only increase—positioning this site for long-term success.

Contact:

Warnock Wakeman Real Estate

Property Subtype:

Commercial

Date on Market:

2025-03-19

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More details for 6765 S Florida Ave, Lakeland, FL - Land for Sale

6765 S Florida Ave

Lakeland, FL 33813

  • Drive Through Restaurant
  • Land for Sale
  • Price Upon Request
  • 3.22 AC Lot
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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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