MLK District Centerpiece: Prime Retail in Historic Uptown

Description:

This newly renovated retail space offers the perfect blend of modern upgrades, prime visibility, and neighborhood charm—an exceptional opportunity for retail, boutique, or service-oriented users seeking to establish themselves in one of St. Petersburg’s most vibrant, high-growth corridors.

This recently white-boxed space offers a clean, modern canvas ready for your brand’s vision, significantly minimizing build-out costs and time to market. This truly is an exceptional opportunity to join a tight-knit community of other established businesses in a high-demand district within a desirable historic neighborhood.

This historic space features impressive high ceilings, an expansive open concept, and an array of brand-new features, including:

- Brand New Electrical and 3.5 ton HVAC Systems
- ADA-Compliant Restroom
- New, Modern LED Lighting Throughout
- Brand New Hurricane-Rated Glass Storefront

The property provides both functionality and flexibility for a variety of retail concepts. There is Off-Street Parking available in the rear for staff and customer convenience, as well as an abundance of free 3-hour street parking and a new city parking lot within a short walk. Additionally, there is potential for Outdoor Seating for Activation both on the front sidewalk as well as in the back, which would be perfect for F&B concepts, wellness studios, or client engagement. This versatile space is ideal for Retail, Boutique, Wellness, Salon, Creative Studio, service-oriented users, and more. Don't wait to establish your brand in the heart of the growing MLK District and capitalize on St. Petersburg's explosive growth!

Positioned at 5th Ave N and Dr MLK St N, this prime retail opportunity offers exceptional exposure, steady foot and vehicle traffic, and seamless connectivity to Downtown St. Pete and I-275—just a minutes away. Customers will love the ample on-street and off-street parking, as well as a new city-owned parking lot conveniently located just one block to the south.

This stretch of MLK St N is home to a vibrant collection of eclectic art galleries, craft coffee shops, boutiques, wellness studios, and independent restaurants. Surrounding businesses include Sunstate Yoga, Gypsy Souls Coffee, Uptown Eats, Maven & Mane, NOVA 535, Herban Flow, Tampa Floats, Chad Mize Gallery, I Am Not So Cool Vintage, and Bloom Body Art—creating a rich ecosystem of local operators that attract consistent neighborhood and visitor traffic alike. The district’s lively, walkable streetscape and loyal community base make it the perfect setting for boutique retail, restaurant, wellness, or experiential concepts ready to stand out.

The MLK Business District—St. Pete’s longest and most eclectic destination—offers the perfect blend of authentic charm and modern momentum. Whether your vision is culinary, creative, or community-driven, this is where it belongs.


Separately metered water and electric

Separately Metered Electric

---

Report Listing This listing was syndicated through:

1 Space Available

Documents: