973 Smith Avenue S
973 Smith Ave S, West Saint Paul, MN 55118
FOR SALE - 2nd Generation Restaurant Freestanding Building with Turnkey Restaurant Package
INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
- Located on the border of West St. Paul and Mendota Heights
- Renovated vintage storefront with large windows
- Outdoor patio, bar area, and private event room
- Ample street parking and signage opportunities
- Prime location at Smith & Dodd, “Top of the Hill” in West St. Paul
- Minutes from Grand Casino Arena, Ordway Center, and Palace Theater via High Bridge
- Excellent visibility and traffic flow with MN-62 and Dodd Rd access
- Fully outfitted, turn-key restaurant or retail space
- Chef-designed commercial kitchen featuring:
- 18′ hood with fire suppression
- 2 walk-in coolers and 1 freezer
- High-end ovens
- State-of-the-art tap system
- Fully sprinkled, dual HVAC systems, TPO “green” white roof, updated plumbing & electrical
- Additional garden-level kitchen for catering prep or rental use
- ADA-compliant upgrades: wheelchair-accessible doors, grab bars, lowered switches
- 3 bathrooms (2 public and 1 for staff)
- Solid block/brick construction with finished full basement
- Great for 2nd generation restaurant users
PROPERTY OVERVIEW
- Building Size: 6,824 sf (includes finished basement - 3,417 sf upper level)
- Lot Size: .18 acres (7,841 sf)
- County: Dakota
- PID: 42-34950-02-120
- Zoning: B2 - Community Business
- Occupancy Type: Single Tenant
- Year Built: 1948
- Renovated: 2019-2020
- Floors: 2
- 1st Floor Clear Height: 12’ 3”
- Basement Clear Height: 8’ 8”
- Parking: 8 spaces and ample street parking
- HVAC: Dual Systems
- Sprinkler: Yes
- Cross Streets: Smith Avenue S and Dodd Road
- 2026 Tax: $11,358.00
- Sale Price: $1,399,000.00
DEMOGRAPHICS
- Average HH Population: 1 mile - 8,018, 3 miles - 59,015, and 5 miles - 165,300
- Average HH Income: 1 mile - $76,949, 3 miles - $67,200, and 5 miles - $64,309
TRAFFIC COUNTS
- Smith Avenue S: 8,688 vpd
- Dodd Rd: 6,922 vpd
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Building Details
- For Sale $1,399,000
- Property Type Retail
- Lot Size 0.18 SF
- Year Built 1948
- Date Updated May 26, 2026
Getting Around
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Walk Score ®
Very Walkable (76) -
Transit Score ®
Some Transit (30) -
Bike Score ®
Bikeable (58)
Location
- City West Saint Paul, MN
- Zip Code 55118
- Market Minneapolis St Paul
Points of Interest
Saint Paul Union Depot
2.23 miles
Union Depot
2.30 miles
10th Street
2.35 miles
Robert Street
2.58 miles
Capitol/Rice Street
2.69 miles
Western Avenue
2.78 miles
Dale Street
2.94 miles
Victoria Street
3.17 miles
Lexington Parkway
3.46 miles
Speedway
0.80 miles
Paces 66 Station
1.19 miles
BP
1.41 miles
Holiday
1.58 miles
Mobil
1.72 miles
ChargePoint
2.30 miles
Tesla Supercharger
3.67 miles
Ramsey House and Forepaugh's Parking
1.69 miles
Dodge Nature Center
1.77 miles
Children's Minnesota Hospital - Red Ramp
1.77 miles
Science Museum Ramp
1.81 miles
Lilydale Trailhead
1.82 miles
RiverCentre Ramp
1.82 miles
Faith United Methodist Church
1.99 miles
Capital City Plaza Parking Ramp
2.02 miles
Victory Ramp
2.02 miles
Cooper's SuperValu
1.44 miles
West Side Grocery
1.49 miles
El Burrito Mercado
1.52 miles
Walmart Supercenter
1.82 miles
Mississippi Market Natural Foods Co-op
1.86 miles
Rainbow Foods
1.86 miles
Cossetta Alimentari
1.87 miles
Target
2.01 miles
Trader Joe's
2.24 miles
973 Smith Ave S Listing Summary
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What is the asking price at 973 Smith Avenue S?
973 Smith Avenue S is currently listed for sale at Contact for pricing.
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What is the total size of 973 Smith Avenue S?
973 Smith Avenue S has a total of 6,824 square feet.
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What is the year built for 973 Smith Avenue S?
The year built for 973 Smith Avenue S is 1948.