Business in 201 SW 1st Ave 145 Fort Lauderdale for rent with MLS# A12015540
Unique **corner-lot commercial building** offering a rare **turn-key operation** in prime Downtown Fort Lauderdale. This prestigious **2-story, 4,134 SF** leasable space includes elevator access, full facilities, and **active City of Fort Lauderdale permits** supporting nightclub, entertainment venue, restaurant, bar, lounge, and additional hospitality concepts. The property also features a **stand-alone building connected to the main structure**, ideal for VIP lounges, private events, back-of-house operations, or expansion of revenue-producing areas. Directly across from a **city parking lot**, the site benefits from exceptional visibility and unmatched convenience for high-traffic nightlife and dining operations. Lease at **$60/SF** (approx. **$26,670/mo**) **+ property taxes (~$2,608/mo)** and **building insurance (~$1,667/mo)**. Fully **move-in ready**, offering immediate activation and strong cash-flow potential. Optional **furniture, appliances, and personal inventory** available for **+$6,000/mo** for a complete turn-key setup. Landlord seeks a **36-month lease** with annual renewal options. Offered **AS-IS, WHERE-IS**; tenant responsible for all operational expenses, taxes, and related costs. Bring your business to one of Fort Lauderdale's most **exclusive nightlife corridors**, surrounded by thriving entertainment, dining, and hospitality venues.
201 SW 1st Ave 145, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
- Price:
- $26,600.00
- Original List Price:
- $26,600.00
- Financial Data Source:
- Owner
- Lease Term:
- 36 Months
- Tenant Pays:
- Common Area Maintenance, Hvac Maintenance
- Lease Terms / Move In Requirements:
- 1–3 Year Lease
- Listing Type:
- For Rent
- Status:
- Active
- Special Sale Conditions:
- Corporate Listing (Corporate Owned Property)
- Business Type:
- Bar/tavern/lounge, Restaurant
- Listing Category:
- Commercial Lease
- Property Type:
- Business
- MLS Number:
- A12015540
- Description of Last Important Update:
- New Listing
- Last Major Update on:
- May 8, 2026 10:35 am
- Built-Up Area:
- 4,134 Sqft
- Lot Area:
- 3,000 Sqft
- Lot Size Unit:
- Square Feet
- Waterfront:
- No
- Security:
- Security System, Other, Motion Detectors, Safe Room Interior
- Exterior:
- Security High Impact Doors
- Windows:
- Impact Glass, Impact glass, Impact Glass
- Green Energy Efficient:
- Appliances, Roof, Insulation
- Air Conditioning
- Air Conditioning System:
- Central Air
- Heating
- Heating System:
- Central, Electric
- Storm Protection:
- Impact Glass, Impact-Resistant Doors, Other, Safe Room
- Year Built:
- 1972
- Year Built Details:
- Resale
- Roof:
- Concrete
- Number of Buildings:
- 1
- Construction Materials:
- Block
- Flooring:
- Concrete
- Road Frontage Type:
- City Street
- Tax Annual Amount:
- $31,304.00
- Tax Year:
- 2025
- Security Deposit Description:
- First Month Rent,Last Month Rent,Security Deposit
- Covered Spaces:
- 0
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Water Source:
- Public
- Building Name:
- ESCAPE LOUNGE
- Association Name:
- NONE
- Senior Community:
- No
- Documents Available:
- Aerial, Ground Photo, Site Plan, Inventory, Building Plans, Ground Photo
- Listing Terms Considered by Seller:
- Other
- Occupant Type:
- Vacant
- Buyer Possession:
- Immediately, Closing And Funding
- Tax Legal Description:
- BRICKELL REDEVELOPMENT PLAT 147-27 B PORTION OF PARCEL B DESC AS:COMM NW COR PAR C,E 134.75 ALG N/L TO POB,N 20.00,E 85.60,S 35.45,W 85.60,N
- Real Estate Folio Number (Parcel Number):
- 504210920022
- Zoning Description:
- RAC-CC
- Title to the property is held by owner as:
- Other Ownership
- Originally published on:
- May 8, 2026 10:35 am
- Active on the market since:
- April 2, 2026
- Price change occurred on:
- May 8, 2026 10:35 am
- Listing Status Last Changed On:
- May 8, 2026 10:35 am
- Photos updated on:
- May 14, 2026 3:21 pm
- Last Modified:
- May 14, 2026 8:00 pm
- Property Description:
- FORMER NIGHT CLUB ENTERTAINMEN
- Common Area Maint Amount:
- 4275.0000
- Flood Zone:
- AE
- Common Area Maint Includes:
- A/C & Heating Maintenance, Fire Liability Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, None, Other Tenant Pays, Real Estate Tax
- Florida Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program:
- 0
- Subdivision Number:
- 92
- Courtesy of:
- Weichert Realtors Capella Estates
- Attribution:
- Not provided
- Street Name:
- 1st Ave
- Street Number:
- 201
- Unit Number:
- 145
- City:
- Fort Lauderdale
- State:
- Florida
- Zip Code:
- 33301
- County:
- Broward
- Latitude:
- N26° 7' 1.6''
- Longitude:
- W81° 51' 17.4''
- Street Direction Prefix:
- SW
Neighborhood Stats
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates

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