For Lease

Plant Riverside District - Restaurant / Entertainment Space

313 W River St, Savannah, GA 31401

8,235

SF Available
Positioned in the heart of Savannah’s Historic Riverfront, 313 W. River Street offers a premier location within one of the most heavily trafficked and iconic corridors in the Southeast. The property sits just steps from the Plant Riverside District, a transformative mixed-use destination featuring luxury hospitality, award-winning dining, rooftop entertainment venues, and year-round events that draw both local residents and visitors alike. Savannah continues to experience strong tourism demand, attracting approximately 13 to 17 million visitors annually, supported by a thriving hospitality sector and more than $4 billion in annual visitor spending. This consistent influx of both overnight guests and day visitors drives steady, year-round foot traffic along River Street—one of the most active pedestrian corridors in the Southeast. The surrounding area features a dense concentration of restaurants, bars, boutique retailers, and entertainment venues, creating a highly synergistic environment for experiential users. The property also benefits from dual accessibility via River Street and Factors Walk, enhancing visibility and offering unique opportunities for signage, branding, and customer flow. Located within Savannah’s Historic Landmark District, the property delivers an authentic architectural setting that is highly sought after by both operators and visitors. This location is ideally suited for restaurant, bar, entertainment, and hospitality users seeking a destination presence within one of the Southeast’s most dynamic and high-performing tourism markets.Rare opportunity to lease ±8,235 SF of second-floor space on Savannah’s iconic River Street, located within a historic 18th-century brick building just steps from the Plant Riverside District. This highly visible riverfront location benefits from exceptional pedestrian traffic driven by Savannah’s strong tourism base of approximately 13–17 million visitors annually, as well as a dense concentration of hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The space features classic historic elements including exposed heart pine beams and columns, large arched window openings, and ceiling heights of approximately 14 feet, creating a distinctive and authentic setting ideal for a destination-oriented concept. The layout offers flexibility for a wide range of uses, including restaurant, bar, entertainment, hospitality, or experiential retail. Access is available from both River Street and Factors Walk, providing multiple entry points and unique opportunities for branding, signage, and customer flow. Ownership is planning base-level improvements to the space prior to delivery, providing a strong foundation for tenant buildout. Tenant improvement allowances and additional landlord participation may be considered for qualified operators, subject to lease terms and deal structure. Offered at $40.00/SF NNN, this represents a premier opportunity for operators seeking a flagship presence in one of the Southeast’s most active and recognizable waterfront corridors.

Key features

  • ±8,235 SF available on the second floor of a historic three-story riverfront building
  • Approximate ceiling heights of ±14 feet
  • Dual access via River Street and Factors Walk, enhancing visibility and customer flow
  • Exceptional pedestrian traffic driven by approximately 13–17 million annual visitors and surrounding hospitality density
  • Flexible floor plate allowing for a wide range of layouts and concept designs
  • Historic 18th-century brick construction featuring exposed heart pine beams and columns
  • Ideal for restaurant, bar, entertainment, hospitality, or experiential retail users
  • Large arched window openings providing natural light and unique architectural character
  • Located on Savannah’s premier River Street corridor, immediately adjacent to Plant Riverside District
  • NNN lease structure
  • Offered at $40.00/SF NNN
  • Ownership planning base-level improvements prior to tenant delivery
  • Tenant improvement allowance and additional landlord participation negotiable for qualified tenants

Rental Details

  • Number of spaces 1
  • Total square feet available 8,235 SF
  • For Lease $40.00/SF/YR
  • Space Types Restaurant
  • Lease Type NNN
  • Date Updated May 4, 2026
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For Lease 1 Space Available

Contacts

Shane Litts

Engel & Völkers - Savannah

Building Details

  • For Lease $40.00/SF/YR
  • Property Type Retail - Street Retail
  • Property Size 25,308 SF
  • Units 4
  • Lot Size 0.24 Acre
  • Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
  • Year Built 1780
  • Date Updated May 4, 2026

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Getting Around

  • Walk Score ®

    Very Walkable (79)

  • Bike Score ®

    Very Bikeable (76)
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Location

  • City Savannah, GA
  • Neighborhood Downtown Savannah
  • Zip Code 31401

Points of Interest

Chevron

0.34 miles

Parkers Gas Station

0.53 miles

Parker's

0.61 miles

Enmark

0.69 miles

Lal's

1.33 miles

Citgo

1.37 miles

Marathon Oil

1.78 miles

Tesla Supercharger

7.83 miles

River Street West Lot 2

0.13 miles

Whitaker St. Garage (Underground)

0.18 miles

Robinson Garage

0.28 miles

SunTrust Bank

0.29 miles

Bryan St. Garage

0.36 miles

River Street East Lot

0.41 miles

Civic Center Parking Lot

0.48 miles

Lincoln Parking Garage

0.48 miles

Harpers Boutique

0.35 miles

Odin and Sons and Collectables

0.36 miles

XIII West York Street

0.37 miles

Savannah Blueprint

0.41 miles

Kroger

1.19 miles

Forage

2.16 miles

Whole Foods Market

3.07 miles

Target

3.30 miles

Georgia Farmers Market

3.38 miles

313 W River St Listing Summary

  • The Price for Retail Space at 313 W River St

    The cost of renting retail space in a property highly depends on features such as its location, parking availability and type of retail space, or advantages and features that might be unique to it. When it comes to 313 W River St, asking rent starts at $$40.00/SF/YR per square foot.

    313 W River St is located in the Downtown Savannah neighborhood, which is home to a total of 7 retail listing(s). In the case of most businesses that need retail space, access to potential customers is critical. This can come in the form of retail space situated in high-traffic pedestrian areas, or convenient suburban locations with good public transport or plenty of parking. Reach out to the listing broker for information on best parking and other access options at or near the property.

  • Retail Space Options Available at 313 W River St

    The property exclusively contains Restaurant space totaling 8,235 square feet. The leasing opportunity here is available under NNN lease terms.

    In addition to retail space type, you will also need to consider the space size that you need for your business to operate at its best. You will find 1 retail space(s) ranging from 1,000 square feet to 10,000 square feet at 313 W River St, which can serve small or medium retail businesses that are planning to accommodate growth throughout the duration of their lease at this address. For more information or to schedule a tour of the property, reach out using the contact form on this page to get in touch with a broker.

  • Get to Know the Retail Scene in the Downtown Savannah Neighborhood

    313 W River St is located in the Downtown Savannah neighborhood of Savannah. The Downtown Savannah retail market offers 7 retail listing(s), representing a total of 38,202 square feet of retail space for lease.

    The most common retail type in the Downtown Savannah neighborhood is Restaurant, of which the market currently offers 2 space(s).

    When looking for retail space for your company, picking the right area is essential. Some neighborhoods have a long history of being top shopping destinations in general, while others gain a reputation for strongly representing a specific type of business. In addition to knowing the reputation of your chosen business location neighborhood, it’s also important to know your customer base. For instance, the average Downtown Savannah resident is 28 years old, and the median household income here is $52,509 per year.

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Shane Litts

Engel & Völkers - Savannah

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