Be the Broker: Main Street Edition

Be the Broker for this Main Street building

A video showing photos of a brick building with lots of windows.

So much room for activities. | Photo courtesy of Block + Lot

Have you ever driven past an empty building and thought, “That would make a great __________?”

That’s the question we ask in our Be the Broker series. And guess what? We’re back with another installment (and we’ve got some status updates from our first edition, too.)

New to market

Today — we’re sharing 647 E. Main St. which is available for lease.

Most recently, this 1930s building was the home of J.A.D.E — Jameson Automated Design Environments.

It’s located at the corner of East Main Street and Walton Avenue, across from the new La Taquiza and Biscuit Belly.

The single-story building has exposed brick, tall ceilings, and large glass windows for maximum natural light. Bonus: It also has two storefront entrances.

The property is zoned B-1, or neighborhood business, and is ideal for retail or office.

Size: 1,019 sqft
Price: $2,500/month

So, what do you think? Let us know what you’d like to see go here.

Green Tree Tea Room & Antiques a white brick house with tall hedges — Something new is going in at everyone’s favorite white house on Short Street. | Photo by LEXtoday

Updates

Since we last talked, these “Be the Broker properties have some status updates have changed. 👀

A lease is now pending for Greentree Antiques & Tea Room on 521 W. Short St.
A sale is now pending for Saunier Street Livery on 171 Saunier St.

How likely are you to make upgrades or renovations to your home in the next year?

A. Extremely likely
B. Somewhat likely
C. Neither likely nor unlikely
D. Somewhat unlikely
E. Extremely unlikely

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Monday, Feb. 27

Alexander’s Library: Paintings and Art Books by Kathleen O’Brien | Monday, Feb. 27-Wednesday, March 29 | 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m. | Eastside Branch, 3000 Blake James Dr., Lexington | Free | Stop by to browse the colorful work of Mercer County artist Kathleen O’Brien.

Tuesday, Feb. 28

Modern Western Square Dance Lessons | Tuesday, Feb. 28 | 7-9 p.m. | Southern Heights Baptist Church, 3408 Clays Mill Rd., Lexington | $0-$60 | Bring a friend or come solo to learn how to square dance from the experienced team at Do Si Dos Lexington.

Wednesday, March 1

Little Sprouts | Wednesday, March 1 | 10-10:45 a.m. | The Arboretum State Botanical Garden of Kentucky, 500 Alumni Dr., Lexington | $4 | Children ages 3-5 will enjoy hands-on exploration through crafts, science experiments, and a short walk in the park.

Thursday, March 2

Third Thursday Tunes + Bourbon | Thursday, March 2 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | girlsgirlsgirls Burritos, 395 S. Limestone, Lexington | Free | Celebrate Friday eve with two-for-one bourbon pours, plus even more happy hour specials.

Friday, March 3

Sundy Best | Friday, Mar. 3 | 7 p.m. | Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St., Lexington | $26 | Celebrate the release of this duo’s first new album since 2016, “Feel Good Country.”

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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Weather

70º | Thunderstorms | 90% chance of rain

Open

Par6 Social, located at 3565 Nicholasville Rd. at Fayette Mall, officially opens today at 4 p.m. Lexington’s newest interactive entertainment complex will have a restaurant, bar, 14 large-screen TVs, and three Topgolf Swing Suite simulators. Learn more and book your reservation. ⛳

Development

The Planning Commission approved a zone text amendment to increase Sayre’s athletic footprint. This change, which would allow up to 10,000 sqft. of indoor space, would also allow for the construction of an indoor weight room + the use of outdoor speakers and lights. 🏗️ (Lexington Herald-Leader)
A zone change request hoping to put a Dutch Brothers Coffee in the former “Blue Arby’s” near UK was denied. The planning commission cited concerns about traffic in a high-pedestrian area. However, the Oregon-based coffee chain announced last year it plans to open in the Northside at 234 E. New Circle Rd. (Lexington Herald-Leader)

Lexingtonian

Congratulations to sports broadcaster Tom Hammond for receiving the 2023 University of Kentucky Founders Day Award. The honor is given to a UK alum who “personifies goodwill...and dedication to our Commonwealth.” Tom recently retired after 50 years in the broadcast world. (UKNOW)

Number

288. That’s the new record for all-time hits set by UK softball catcher Kayla Kowalik. She surpassed the previous record of 285 in last Thursday’s match-up against Washington. We’re excited to see that number grow throughout the season. 🥎 (UK Athletics)

Feel Good

We’re not monkeying around with this news. A capuchin monkey was found along the side of the road near mile marker 99 on I-75 last week. Don’t pout – Max has been returned to his rightful owners. (LEX18)

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Home, sweet (temporary) home

Lexington Sporting Club finally has a home (for now)

A bird's eye view of Toyota Stadium at Georgetown College.

Toyota Stadium at Georgetown College will be the temporary home for Lexington SC. | Photo courtesy of Lexington Sporting Club

Lexington Sporting Club has found a (temporary) home.

The professional soccer team just announced they signed a multiyear deal with Georgetown College to host home games at Toyota Stadium. The team’s permanent home is still up in the air, pending the City’s approval of a proposed ~$20 million complex on Athens Boonesboro Rd.

Did you know? Toyota Stadium was also home to the Cincinnati Bengals’ Summer Training Camp from 1997-2011.

For now, the 5,000-seat venue will provide a “fan-friendly atmosphere” said principal owner Bill Shively, as well as a professional environment for the team.

While ticket deposits are sold out for home matches, you can still get on the waitlist to be alerted when spots open up.

Here’s the preliminary home schedule:

⚽ Saturday, April 8 at 7 p.m. vs Forward Madison
⚽ Saturday, April 15 at 7 p.m. vs South Georgia Tormenta FC
⚽ Saturday, April 22 at 7 p.m. vs Greenville Triumph SC

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Molly

Editor’s pick: If you’re like me and love pimento cheese — random I know but hear me out — then check out The Mouse Trap’s “Uses of Pimento Cheese” event. It will take place Thursday, March 23 at 6:30 p.m. and your ticket includes a hands-on demonstration, dinner, and drinks.

Missed Friday’s newsletter? See our ABCs of Lexington restaurants, here.

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Editorial: Molly Thompson, Aayat Ali, Britt Thorson, Emily Shea, Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto, Dayten Rose, Sarah Leonhardt, Katie Smith | Send us a scoop, question, or feedback.

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