Home | Monterey County | Castroville | 95012 | 11261 Merritt St
MLS: ML82053079 | Status: Active | Price: $1,899,000
Beds/Baths: – / –
Property Type: Commercial Sale
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | – | 3,726 | 18,231 | 1973 |
THE GIANT ARTICHOKE PRIME HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITY - Rare opportunity to acquire the iconic Giant Artichoke restaurant property located at the primary entry corridor into Castroville, California, immediately visible from Highway 156. Positioned on a highly visible corner parcel with strong traffic exposure, the property offers exceptional potential for restaurant operators, owner-users, franchise concepts, or redevelopment investors. The property consists of approximately 3,726 square feet plus an approximately 800 square foot enclosed patio situated on an 18,231 square foot commercial lot. Property Highlights: Highly visible corner location at the gateway to Castroville Immediate exposure from Highway 156 Approximately 18,231 SF commercial parcel Approximately 3,726 SF restaurant building Approximately 800 SF enclosed patio area Existing restaurant infrastructure in place Ample parking and strong accessibility Ideal for restaurant, quick-service, franchise, drive-thru conversion, or redevelopment Delivered vacant at close of escrow
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | ML82053079 |
| MLS Source | MLSListings, Inc. |
| Days on Site | 4 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Gas |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Flat |
| Foundation | Slab |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Water | Public |
| Zoning | Commercial |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 0 |
| Present Use | Food Service |
| Utilities | Public Utilities, Water - Public |
Moon Choe
Blue Moon Realty
License #: 01217391
Phone: (408) 359-7070
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castroville Elementary School | public | K-6 | 0.11 mi | 8 |
| North Monterey County Middle School | public | 7-8 | 0.72 mi | 2 |
| North Monterey County High School | public | 9-12 | 1.63 mi | 4 |
| Elkhorn Elementary School | public | K-6 | 3.01 mi | 3 |
| North Monterey County Center For Independent Study | public | 7-12 | 4.75 mi | 5 |
| Central Bay High (Continuation) School | public | 9-12 | 4.75 mi | 1 |
| Prunedale Elementary School | public | K-6 | 4.95 mi | 4 |
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