Freestanding QSR On .30 Acres At Signalized Intersection

8570 Watson Road is a 1,679 SF freestanding retail/commercial building on 0.30 acres at a signalized corner in Webster Groves, MO. The property sits at Watson Road and S. Elm Ave / S. Rock Hill Road with combined traffic counts exceeding 33,000 VPD. The site offers 136′ of frontage on Watson Road and 99′ on Elm Avenue, along with 10 surface parking spaces (5.96/1,000 SF).

Webster Groves is one of the St. Louis metro’s most desirable trade areas — a historic suburb just southwest of downtown known for strong demographics, top-rated schools, and a vibrant commercial mix. Median household income within 3 miles exceeds $105,000. The 1-mile population is 11,501 with 5,210 households. The 3-mile radius encompasses 103,448 residents across 44,722 households.

The site sits in a dense retail corridor featuring Walgreens, Steak ‘n Shake, Circle K, Domino’s, and Boccardi’s within immediate proximity. Area anchors include Walmart, ALDI, Dierbergs, Petco, Guitar Center, and Schnucks. The nearby Villages at Crestwood Crossing development adds to demand drivers in the submarket. Grant’s Farm — attracting 450,000 annual visitors — is minutes away.

The building was built in 1980 and most recently occupied as Elicia’s Pizza. The property is zoned R4 (Parcel: 25K-43-0824). Served by bus line with access to the Shrewsbury-Lansdowne MetroLink station 8 minutes away. Exceptionally car-friendly with easy I-44 access. Listed at $750,000 ($446.70/SF) on Cash/Conventional terms. Month-to-month continuation at term end. Owner will not sell to a buyer intending to operate a liquor store or vape shop.